Dover, Delaware to Pittsburgh: Road Trip Guide & Distance

253.3 miles 407.7 km · straight line
316.7 miles estimated 509.6 km · driving distance
6h 22min estimated drive time
$30 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
292° WNW bearing direction

How far is Dover, Delaware from Pittsburgh?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Pittsburgh is 253.3 miles (407.7 km) as the crow flies. Pittsburgh is located WNW of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.7 miles, taking about 6h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware and Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.

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 Dover, Delaware and Pittsburgh. 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 Pittsburgh

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 22min $30 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 38min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 3min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Dover, Delaware & Pittsburgh

Quick Facts

Dover, Delaware
39.16°N, 75.52°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
Pittsburgh
40.44°N, 80.00°W
America/New_York
367m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 84 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 98.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients