Origin
Dover, DE
Night in Dover on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dover, DE to Greenville, 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 9m
Distance
53.5 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 6m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dover, DE
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Greenville, DE
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
This 53.5-mile drive from Dover to Greenville, Delaware, is a manageable 1-hour and 9-minute journey. It's perfectly suited as a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. The route primarily utilizes the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and Delaware Turnpike, with a smaller portion on US 202. Expect a fuel cost of around $9 for this trip. Given its relatively short distance and straightforward path through the Northeast region, this drive offers a convenient way to travel between these two Delaware locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 40.6 mi | 47m |
| US 202 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Delaware Turnpike | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| East Division Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| North Little Creek Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Kennett Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 40.6 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, DE and Greenville, DE.
1
Start on Kings Highway
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Kings Highway
2
Merge onto DE 8
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Division Street
3
Continue on DE 8
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Little Creek Road
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
5
Merge onto DE 1 Toll
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
8
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 165B
Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
10
Merge onto I 95
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Delaware Turnpike
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Delaware Turnpike
Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on US 202; DE 141
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
US 202; DE 141
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward DE 52 North: Greenville
16
Turn straight onto DE 52
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kennett Pike
17
Continue on Kennett Pike
17 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kennett Pike
18
Arrive at destination
Kennett Pike
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.7 miles from Dover, 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 37.8 and 46.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
37.8 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
8
43.1 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165B
Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
6
46 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 295 / Delaware Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Delaware Turnpike toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, N...
7
46.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
Take the exit toward DE 141 North: Newport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
8
46.5 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward DE 141 North: Newport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.87 one way
$17.74 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.38 | $20.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.81 | $23.62 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Delaware Turnpike
(1.8 mi)
$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Tolls
$0
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.62 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Greenville, DE
Night in Greenville on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
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
13 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 9m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
This route has a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll navigate a fair number of intersections and changes in direction. While 15% of the drive is on highways, the majority involves local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 40.6 miles on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience, transitioning between faster highway segments and more involved local road navigation as you progress towards Greenville.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 40.6 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 37.8 miles in near DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.5 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 37.8 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46 miles (I 295 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Dover, DE and Greenville, DE, road signs point toward Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey.
Baltimore
37.8 mi in
|
~45m
|
via DE 1
Philadelphia
43.1 mi in
|
~52m
New York
46 mi in
|
~55m
|
via I 295
New Jersey
46 mi in
|
~55m
|
via I 295
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 9m. Total distance: 53.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 9m 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 40.6 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Delaware Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Greenville, 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 37.8 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 46 miles (I 295 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Greenville, 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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