Norfolk, Virginia to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Norfolk, Virginia from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Norfolk, Virginia to Wilmington, Delaware is 204 miles (328.3 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located N of Norfolk, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 255 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Both are located in United States — Norfolk, Virginia in Virginia and Wilmington, Delaware in Delaware.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee.

Coordinates come from public place data for Norfolk, Virginia 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.