Fall Road Trips in Delaware
Routes
27
Avg Distance
82 mi
Avg Drive
1h 47m
Destinations
22
Delaware in the fall offers a refreshing driving experience with its 28 routes averaging 82 miles and around 1 hour 47 minutes. The state's generally flat terrain, with a maximum elevation under 250 feet, makes for an accessible autumn exploration. You'll find drives with a drive score up to 8, and many routes offer access to parks, perfect for a crisp fall day.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.44/gal
Diesel: $6.28/gal
Typical trip cost
$9–$18
One-way, ~82 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~29 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-10-19
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 route scores an 8 and covers over 100 miles of mostly flat terrain. With park access, it's a solid choice for experiencing Delaware's autumn scenery across its surface roads.
Editor's pick
Bethany Beach, DE → Elsmere, DE
Through: Baltimore
Also scoring an 8, this 102-mile drive provides access to parks and traverses mostly flat terrain. It's a great way to see the state on its surface roads during the fall.
Editor's pick
Selbyville, DE → Pike Creek Valley, DE
Through: Baltimore
This journey reaches an elevation of 240 feet and boasts a drive score of 8. It’s a good option for exploring Delaware's parks on its surface roads, spanning over 100 miles.
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
Seaford, DE → Edgemoor, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia
Delmar, DE → Bear, DE
Through: Wilmington
Seaford, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → Philadelphia +2 more
Wilmington, DE → Lewes, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Rehoboth Beach
Bellefonte, DE → Georgetown, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Lewes, DE
Through: Rehoboth Beach
Seaford, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore
Georgetown, DE → Newport, DE
Through: Baltimore
Elsmere, DE → Milton, DE
Through: Dover → Beaches → Rehoboth Beach
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
Georgetown, DE → Townsend, DE
Dover, DE → Greenville, DE
Through: Baltimore → Philadelphia → New York +1 more
Pike Creek Valley, DE → Rodney Village, DE
Through: Salisbury → Norfolk
Newark, DE → Wyoming, DE
Through: Beaches → Salisbury → Norfolk