How far is Wilmington, NC from Cordova, NC?
The driving distance from Wilmington, NC to Cordova, NC is about 130.8 miles (210.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 35m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 10m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 02h 35m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Township in Robeson County, North Carolina
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilmington and Cordova.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington and Cordova.
-
1
Start on South 3rd Street
113 m · 14 sec · South 3rd Street
-
2
Continue on South 3rd Street
155 m · 23 sec · South 3rd Street
-
3
Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
-
4
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
60.1 mi · 1 hr 14 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
-
5
Continue on American Indian Highway
33.6 mi · 37 min · American Indian Highway
-
6
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
20.2 mi · 23 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
-
7
Keep slight left to continue on G R Kindley Freeway
10.5 mi · 11 min · G R Kindley Freeway
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward US 1: Rockingham
1626 ft · 40 sec
-
9
Turn left
1435 ft · 24 sec
-
10
Merge slight left
3078 ft · 55 sec
-
11
Turn right onto Rosalyn Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Rosalyn Road
-
12
Turn straight onto Ledbetter Street
1 km · 1 min · Ledbetter Street
-
13
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Ledbetter Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilmington and Cordova.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Andrew Jackson Highway
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
60.1 mi · 01h 14m
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.
Clear leaving Wilmington and Sunny near Cordova.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilmington to Cordova?
The road trip is about 130.8 miles (210.5 km) and usually takes 02h 35m 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?
Orrum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.4 miles from Wilmington and 65.5 miles from Cordova.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 116.9 miles (188.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.9 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 1:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.30 one way or $36.60 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Clear around Wilmington and Sunny near Cordova.
Stop Ideas Near Orrum
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Orrum.
Dillon
Fayetteville
Florence
Hamlet
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilmington and Cordova. Straight-line distance: 116.88 mi (188.1 km).
#1 Wilmington
The largest city in the state of North Carolina.
| Population | 124,794 |
| Coordinates | 34.2257300, -77.9447100 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cordova
Township in Richmond County, North Carolina
| Population | 1,775 |
| Coordinates | 34.9129300, -79.8220000 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cordova (-79.822, 34.91293)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 21m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 10m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 37m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $18.30 | $36.60 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $20.46 | $40.92 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $22.07 | $44.15 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $25.98 | $51.97 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in North Carolina · May 03, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.