Richmond, Virginia to Wildwood, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Wildwood, New Jersey?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Wildwood, New Jersey is 174 miles (280 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, New Jersey is located NE of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 217.5 miles, taking about 4h 23min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Wildwood, New Jersey in New Jersey.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Richmond, Virginia and Wildwood, New Jersey. 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.