Washington DC to Wildwood, New Jersey: Road Trip Guide & Distance

119.6 miles 192.4 km · straight line
182.2 miles actual route 293.3 km · driving distance
4h 7min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
86° E bearing direction

How far is Washington DC from Wildwood, New Jersey?

The distance from Washington DC to Wildwood, New Jersey is 119.6 miles (192.4 km) as the crow flies. Wildwood, New Jersey is located E of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 182.2 miles, taking about 4h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia 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 Washington DC and Wildwood, New Jersey. 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.

How to Get from Washington DC to Wildwood, New Jersey

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 7min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Bus ~4h 56min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 55min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Washington DC & Wildwood, New Jersey

Quick Facts

Washington DC
38.91°N, 77.04°W
America/New_York
7m elevation
Wildwood, New Jersey
38.99°N, 74.81°W
America/New_York
2m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 40 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 208.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM