Fall Road Trips in Delaware
Routes
21
Avg Distance
84 mi
Avg Drive
1h 50m
Destinations
17
Delaware in the fall offers a collection of 21 drives, averaging 84 miles and just under two hours. With a drive score range of 8, these routes feature mostly flat terrain and access to parks. For EV drivers, one route boasts excellent coverage with 24 DC fast chargers.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.49/gal
Diesel: $5.35/gal
Typical trip cost
$9–$19
One-way, ~84 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~29 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01
Climate through the year: Delaware
Delaware peaks at around 87°F in Jul and cools to 41°F / 26°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jun at ~4.7 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 41 | 26 | 3.2 | 6.1 |
| Feb | 44 | 27 | 2.8 | 7.8 |
| Mar | 53 | 34 | 4.2 | 3.1 |
| Apr | 64 | 44 | 3.5 | 0.1 |
| May | 74 | 53 | 3.6 | — |
| Jun | 82 | 63 | 4.7 | — |
| Jul | 87 | 68 | 4.4 | — |
| Aug | 85 | 67 | 4 | — |
| Sep peak | 79 | 59 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct peak | 67 | 47 | 3.7 | — |
| Nov peak | 56 | 37 | 3.1 | 0.2 |
| Dec | 46 | 30 | 3.9 | 2.9 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for DE — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Check the weather forecast for your route, not just your origin and destination.
- Bring layers for shoulder-season travel — mornings and evenings can be much cooler than midday.
- Delaware routes can vary in condition depending on the time of year. Check for construction zones.
Frequently Asked Questions
Fall Routes
Editor's pick
Ocean View, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
This 103-mile route, scoring an 8, provides access to parks across mostly flat terrain. It's a solid choice for experiencing the state's fall scenery.
Editor's pick
Bethany Beach, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
Boasting excellent EV coverage with 24 DC fast chargers, this 102-mile drive also scores an 8 and traverses mostly flat terrain with park access.
Editor's pick
Selbyville, DE → Pike Creek Valley, DE
Through: Baltimore
Reaching an elevation of 240 feet, this 102-mile route offers park access and a drive score of 8. It's a great way to explore Delaware's autumnal landscapes.
Ocean View, DE → Newark, DE
Elsmere, DE → Frankford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Georgetown
Ocean View, DE → New Castle, DE
Through: New Jersey → New York
Claymont, DE → Seaford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Salisbury +1 more
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Rehoboth Beach, DE
Seaford, DE → Bellefonte, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia
Delmar, DE → Bear, DE
Through: Wilmington
Seaford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia +2 more
Bellefonte, DE → Georgetown, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Seaford, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore
Georgetown, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Baltimore
Milford, DE → Claymont, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → Edgemoor Industrial Park
Bellefonte, DE → Milford, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Milford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Elsmere, DE → Harrington, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Elsmere, DE → Felton, DE
Through: Baltimore → Dover → Beaches +2 more
Dover, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Newark, DE → Wyoming, DE
Through: Beaches → Salisbury → Norfolk