Dover, Delaware to Washington DC: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Dover, Delaware from Washington DC?

The distance from Dover, Delaware to Washington DC is 83 miles (133.6 km) as the crow flies. Washington DC is located WSW of Dover, Delaware. By car, the driving distance is approximately 94.1 miles, taking about 2h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States — Dover, Delaware in Delaware and Washington DC in District of Columbia.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. 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 Washington DC. 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.