Boston, Massachusetts to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

295.4 miles 475.4 km · straight line
334.1 miles actual route 537.7 km · driving distance
7h 3min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 6min flight time
234° SW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Wilmington, Delaware is 295.4 miles (475.4 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located SW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 334.1 miles, taking about 7h 3min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 6min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Wilmington, Delaware in Delaware.

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. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Wilmington, Delaware. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Wilmington, Delaware

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 3min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 28min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 42min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Wilmington, Delaware

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Wilmington, Delaware
39.75°N, 75.55°W
America/New_York
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 98 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 25 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 84.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM