Dover, Delaware to Long Island: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dover, Delaware from Long Island?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Long Island is 169.4 miles (272.6 km) as the crow flies. Long Island is located NE of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 219 miles, taking about 4h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware and Long Island in New York.

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 Long Island. 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.