Dover, Delaware to Edison: Road Trip Guide & Distance

111 miles 178.6 km · straight line
138.8 miles estimated 223.3 km · driving distance
2h 47min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
32° NNE bearing direction

How far is Dover, Delaware from Edison?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Edison is 111 miles (178.6 km) as the crow flies. Edison is located NNE of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 138.8 miles, taking about 2h 47min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware and Edison in New Jersey.

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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Dover, Delaware and Edison. 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 Dover, Delaware to Edison

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 47min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 20min $11–$21* Budget
Train ~2h 39min $17–$49* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, Delaware & Edison

Quick Facts

Dover, Delaware
39.16°N, 75.52°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
Edison
40.52°N, 74.41°W
America/New_York
27m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 37 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 224.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients