Asheville to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

277.6 miles 446.8 km · straight line
347 miles estimated 558.5 km · driving distance
6h 59min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
109° ESE bearing direction

How far is Asheville from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Asheville to Wilmington, North Carolina is 277.6 miles (446.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located ESE of Asheville. By car, the driving distance is approximately 347 miles, taking about 6h 59min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Asheville and Wilmington, North Carolina. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Asheville to Wilmington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 59min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 23min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 38min $42–$121* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Asheville & Wilmington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Asheville
35.60°N, 82.55°W
America/New_York
649m elevation
Wilmington, North Carolina
34.23°N, 77.94°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients