Long Island to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

524.3 miles 843.8 km · straight line
649.5 miles actual route 1045.3 km · driving distance
12h 54min estimated drive time
$63 - $77 estimated fuel cost
~1h 33min flight time
212° SSW bearing direction

How far is Long Island from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Long Island to Wilmington, North Carolina is 524.3 miles (843.8 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located SSW of Long Island. By car, the driving distance is approximately 649.5 miles, taking about 12h 54min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 33min. Both are located in United States — Long Island in New York and Wilmington, North Carolina in North Carolina.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Long Island and Wilmington, North Carolina. 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.

How to Get from Long Island to Wilmington, North Carolina

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 12h 54min $63 - $77 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 33min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~15h 29min $52–$97* Budget
Train ~16h 46min $78–$227* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Long Island & Wilmington, North Carolina

Quick Facts

Long Island
40.79°N, 73.14°W
America/New_York
20m 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 175 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 44 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 47.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM