Newark, New Jersey to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Newark, New Jersey from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Newark, New Jersey to Wilmington, North Carolina is 494.9 miles (796.5 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located SSW of Newark, New Jersey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 593.9 miles, taking about 11h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 30min. Both are located in United States — Newark, New Jersey in New Jersey 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. 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 Newark, New Jersey 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.