Raleigh to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Raleigh from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Raleigh to Wilmington, Delaware is 321.9 miles (518 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located NNE of Raleigh. By car, the driving distance is approximately 370 miles, taking about 7h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 9min. Both are located in United States — Raleigh in North Carolina and Wilmington, Delaware in Delaware.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Raleigh and Wilmington, Delaware. 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.