Origin
Delaware City, DE
Night in Delaware City on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delaware City, DE to Milford, DE
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
57.1 mi
92 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delaware City, DE
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Milford, DE
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Trip Overview
This 57.1-mile drive from Delaware City, DE to Milford, DE will take approximately 1 hour and 13 minutes. It's a manageable single-day trip, so no overnight stays are necessary. You'll primarily be on roads like the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and Bay Road, with a significant portion being local driving. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region. This route offers a straightforward way to travel between these two Delaware locations, making it a practical choice for a short excursion.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 35.8 mi | 41m |
| Bay Road | 14.7 mi | 19m |
| Wrangle Hill Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| North Walnut Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| 5th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Clinton Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| US 113 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 35.8 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delaware City, DE and Milford, DE.
1
Start on Clinton Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Clinton Street
2
Turn right onto DE 9
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
5th Street
3
Continue on DE 9
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Wrangle Hill Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward DE 1 South: Dover
5
Merge onto DE 1
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
28 mi
·
32 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Continue on DE 1
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Bay Road
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 113; DE 1 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
US 113; DE 1 Business
Toward US 113 South, DE 1 Business: Milford, Georgetown
12
Take the exit
501 ft
·
15 sec
13
Continue on DE 1 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Walnut Street
14
Keep slight right at fork onto North Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Street
15
Turn left onto DE 36
200 ft
·
8 sec
·
Southeast Front Street
16
Turn left
301 ft
·
22 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.6 miles from Delaware City, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.5 and 57.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
DE 9 / 5th Street
Turn right onto DE 9 / 5th Street
Navigation decision point
4
4.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward DE 1 South: Dover
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward DE 1 South: Dover
6
7.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
55.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
|
US 113; DE 1 Business
Keep slight right at fork onto US 113; DE 1 Business toward US 113 South, DE 1 Business: Milford, Georgetown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 113 South, DE 1 Business: Milford, Ge...
5
57.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.47 one way
$18.93 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.37 | $20.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.07 | $22.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.61 | $25.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 20 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $6.00 | $2.74 |
| Efficient EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Milford, DE
Night in Milford on Saturday
Local time
9:28 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Partly Sunny
E 5 to 10 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 13m on the road
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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only a portion on highways. You'll spend a good amount of time navigating local roads, so keep an eye on your navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 35.8 miles on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before transitioning back to more varied road conditions. The overall feel is less about high-speed cruising and more about engaging with the local road network.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 35.8 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near DE 9 / 5th Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 57.1 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (DE 9 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.7 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 57.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 35.8 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Milford, DE before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (DE 9 / 5th Street): Navigation decision point; at 4.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 7.7 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — First State National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Milford, DE before heading back.
How this page is built
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 NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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