How far is Wilmington, NC from Long View, NC?
The driving distance from Wilmington, NC to Long View, NC is about 31.7 miles (51 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Human settlement in Brunswick County, North Carolina, United States of America
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Wilmington and Long View.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wilmington and Long View.
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Start on South 3rd Street
113 m · 14 sec · South 3rd Street
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Continue on South 3rd Street
155 m · 23 sec · South 3rd Street
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Turn right
3.5 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
13.6 mi · 18 min · Andrew Jackson Highway
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Take the exit slight right
6.1 mi · 9 min
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Turn right onto General Howe
8.2 mi · 11 min · General Howe
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Continue straight
126 m · 7 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Wilmington and Long View.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Andrew Jackson Highway
Continue on Andrew Jackson Highway
13.6 mi · 00h 18m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Wilmington and Sunny near Long View.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Wilmington to Long View?
The road trip is about 31.7 miles (51 km) and usually takes 00h 43m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Northwest is a useful midpoint, sitting about 15.8 miles from Wilmington and 15.8 miles from Long View.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.6 miles (36.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.44 one way or $8.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Wilmington and Sunny near Long View.
Stop Ideas Near Northwest
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Founders Park
Leland Town Hall
Leland Police-Animal Control
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Northwest.
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Dillon
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Wilmington and Long View. Straight-line distance: 22.64 mi (36.44 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 Long View
Town in North Carolina, United States
| Population | 4,951 |
| Coordinates | 34.4751700, -78.2022200 |
| Altitude | 2 |
| Country | United States |
End: Long View (-78.20222, 34.47517)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 51 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 23m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.96 | $4.44 | $8.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.43 | $4.96 | $9.92 |
| Premium | $4.78 | $5.35 | $10.70 |
| Diesel | $5.62 | $6.30 | $12.60 |
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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