Middletown, New Jersey to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Middletown, New Jersey from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Middletown, New Jersey to Wilmington, Delaware is 87.9 miles (141.4 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located WSW of Middletown, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 109.9 miles, taking about 2h 13min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States — Middletown, New Jersey in New Jersey 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. 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. 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 Middletown, New Jersey 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.