How far is Fort Bragg, NC from Wilmington, NC?
The driving distance from Fort Bragg, NC to Wilmington, NC is about 99 miles (159.3 km), with a travel time of about 01h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 87.3 miles (140.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 39m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Halfway Point
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City in Bladen County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fort Bragg and Wilmington.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fort Bragg and Wilmington.
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Start on Normandy Drive
84 m · 12 sec · Normandy Drive
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Turn right onto All American Parkway
1.6 mi · 3 min · All American Parkway
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Take the exit slight right
1 km · 1 min
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Continue on All American Freeway
6.4 mi · 9 min · All American Freeway
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Continue on Owen Drive
4.8 mi · 6 min · Owen Drive
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Take the ramp right toward NC 87 South: Elizabethtown
1637 ft · 40 sec
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Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 1 hr 32 min
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Merge slight right onto Andrew Jackson Highway
13.3 mi · 18 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Continue on Ocean Highway East
3.1 mi · 4 min · Ocean Highway East
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Continue on Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
1.2 km · 1 min · Cape Fear Memorial Bridge
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Turn left onto South 3rd Street
551 ft · 17 sec · South 3rd Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 3rd Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fort Bragg and Wilmington.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
NC 87 South
Merge slight left
67.8 mi · 01h 32m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
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Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fort Bragg to Wilmington?
The road trip is about 99 miles (159.3 km) and usually takes 01h 49m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Elizabethtown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 49.5 miles from Fort Bragg and 49.5 miles from Wilmington.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 87.3 miles (140.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.7 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.82 one way or $27.65 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms Likely around Fort Bragg and Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Wilmington.
Stop Ideas Near Elizabethtown
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fort Bragg and Wilmington. Straight-line distance: 87.28 mi (140.46 km).
#1 Fort Bragg
United States Army installation; census designated place in North Carolina
| Population | 29,183 |
| Coordinates | 35.1390000, -79.0060300 |
| Altitude | - |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wilmington
The largest city in the state of North Carolina.
| Population | 124,794 |
| Coordinates | 34.2257300, -77.9447100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 3rd Street (-77.944833, 34.225717)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 159 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 28m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 14m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.96 | $13.82 | $27.65 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $15.46 | $30.91 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $16.68 | $33.35 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $19.63 | $39.26 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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