Richmond, Virginia to Wilmington, North Carolina: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Richmond, Virginia from Wilmington, North Carolina?

The distance from Richmond, Virginia to Wilmington, North Carolina is 230.8 miles (371.4 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, North Carolina is located S of Richmond, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 288.5 miles, taking about 5h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 58min. Both are located in United States — Richmond, Virginia in Virginia and Wilmington, North Carolina in North Carolina.

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 Richmond, Virginia 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.