Wilmington, NY Road Trips
Wilmington, NY serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 2 outbound routes across the area. Routes from here tend to cover serious ground — the average trip runs 310 miles, so plan for multi-day adventures. Most routes from Wilmington, NY head south, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
5
Longest Drive
325.6 mi
Islip, NY
Quickest Drive
5h 47m
Yonkers, NY
Plan Around Wilmington, NY
Popular Incoming Routes
Useful if Wilmington, NY is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.
Continue From Wilmington, NY
Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.
Trips from Wilmington, NY
Driving from Wilmington, NY
Expect an average of 310 miles and about 6h 28m behind the wheel when leaving Wilmington, NY. This is long-haul territory. Most routes stretch past the 250-mile mark, so pack snacks and plan fuel stops. The longest mapped route runs 326 miles (6h 46m), while the shortest is just 295 miles.
Popular Destinations
The most popular drives from Wilmington, NY include Islip, NY (325.6 mi, 6h 46m) and Queens, NY (295.1 mi, 6h 9m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in NY currently averages around $4.01 per gallon. For the typical 310-mile trip from Wilmington, NY, budget about $49 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
The majority of destinations are to the south. Morning starts help you avoid the midday heat on longer drives. These are full-day drives. Start by 7 or 8 AM if you want to arrive at a reasonable hour without rushing.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 2 mapped routes leaving Wilmington, NY and 3 routes heading into Wilmington, NY, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 295 to 326 miles.
The longest mapped route from Wilmington, NY covers 326 miles and takes approximately 6h 46m. Shorter options start at just 295 miles.
The average route from Wilmington, NY runs about 310 miles with a drive time of roughly 6h 28m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.01/gallon for regular), the average 310-mile trip from Wilmington, NY costs roughly $49 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Wilmington, NY include Islip, NY and Queens, NY. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Wilmington, NY by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
979
Median Income
$91,750
Median Home Value
$260,300
Median Age
43.6
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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