Washington DC to Wilmington, Delaware: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Washington DC from Wilmington, Delaware?

The distance from Washington DC to Wilmington, Delaware is 98.5 miles (158.5 km) as the crow flies. Wilmington, Delaware is located NE of Washington DC. By car, the driving distance is approximately 108.1 miles, taking about 2h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Washington DC in District of Columbia and Wilmington, Delaware in Delaware.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 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.