Providence to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

259.5 miles 417.7 km · straight line
324.4 miles estimated 522.1 km · driving distance
6h 32min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Providence from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Providence to Wilmington, Delaware is 259.5 miles (417.7 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located WSW of Providence. By car, the driving distance is approximately 324.4 miles, taking about 6h 32min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Providence in Rhode Island 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. 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 Providence 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.

How to Get from Providence to Wilmington, Delaware

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 32min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 50min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 12min $39–$114* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Providence & Wilmington, Delaware

Quick Facts

Providence
41.82°N, 71.41°W
America/New_York
23m elevation
Wilmington, Delaware
39.75°N, 75.55°W
America/New_York
28m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients