Fuquay-Varina to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105.6 miles 170 km · straight line
132 miles estimated 212.5 km · driving distance
2h 39min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
152° SSE bearing direction

How far is Fuquay-Varina from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Fuquay-Varina to Wilmington, North Carolina is 105.6 miles (170 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located SSE of Fuquay-Varina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 132 miles, taking about 2h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States.

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 Fuquay-Varina and Wilmington, North Carolina. 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 Fuquay-Varina to Wilmington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 39min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 11min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 31min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Fuquay-Varina & Wilmington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Fuquay-Varina
35.58°N, 78.80°W
America/New_York
119m elevation
Wilmington, North Carolina
34.23°N, 77.94°W
America/New_York
9m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 235.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients