Gaithersburg to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gaithersburg from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Wilmington, North Carolina is 342.3 miles (550.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located S of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 410.7 miles, taking about 8h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Wilmington, North Carolina in North Carolina.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gaithersburg 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.