Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeville, DE
Sonny Vermeer
Dover, DE
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If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the heart of Delaware, this 29.9-mile connection between Bridgeville and Dover is an efficient choice. You can easily complete the journey in about 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this short transit. The route keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning you from the southern end of the state toward the capital. Because the drive is brief, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path for anyone needing to navigate between these two points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Dupont Highway | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| Sussex Highway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| US 13 Alternate | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Redden Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Loockerman Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kings Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeville, DE and Dover, DE.
Start on DE 404 Business
At end of road, turn left onto US 13 Business
Turn right onto Redden Road
Turn left onto US 13; DE 404
Continue on US 13
Take the exit onto US 13 Alternate
Turn right onto West Loockerman Street
Turn left onto Kings Highway
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 29.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn left onto US 13 Business / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Redden Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 13 Alternate
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto West Loockerman Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Bridgeville on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Dover on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way north. You will spend roughly 7% of your time on highways, meaning the majority of your trip involves navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates. The route relies primarily on South Dupont Highway, Sussex Highway, and US 13 Alternate to get you to your destination. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on South Dupont Highway, where you can settle in for 20.5 miles of consistent driving. While the road demands your attention due to frequent turns, it lacks the monotony of a long-distance highway grind.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near US 13 Business / North Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 13 Business / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Redden Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 13 Alternate): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
37 ft
Total Descent
51 ft
Highest Point
63 ft
~10.7 mi in
Elevation Range
34 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 29.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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