Hershey to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Hershey from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Hershey to Wilmington, Delaware is 69.3 miles (111.5 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located ESE of Hershey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 86.6 miles, taking about 1h 45min. A direct flight would take roughly 38min. Both are located in United States — Hershey in Pennsylvania and Wilmington, Delaware in Delaware.

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. 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 Hershey and Wilmington, Delaware. 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.