Fredericksburg to Wilson: Road Trip Guide & Distance

180.1 miles 289.9 km · straight line
225.2 miles estimated 362.4 km · driving distance
4h 32min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~52min flight time
188° S bearing direction

How far is Fredericksburg from Wilson?

The distance from Fredericksburg to Wilson is 180.1 miles (289.9 km) as the crow flies. Wilson is located S of Fredericksburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 225.2 miles, taking about 4h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 52min. Both are located in United States — Fredericksburg in Virginia and Wilson in North Carolina.

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. 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 Fredericksburg and Wilson. 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 Fredericksburg to Wilson

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 32min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~52min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 26min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 18min $27–$79* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fredericksburg & Wilson

Quick Facts

Fredericksburg
38.30°N, 77.46°W
America/New_York
15m elevation
Wilson
35.72°N, 77.92°W
America/New_York
33m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 60 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 138.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients