Origin
Dover, DE
Night in Dover on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dover, DE to Newport, 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
Distance
47.7 mi
77 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 56m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 10m
8 PM
0h 57m
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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Newport, DE
Mohan Nannapaneni
Trip Overview
This 47.7-mile drive from Dover to Newport, Delaware, is a straightforward 1-hour trip that's perfectly suited for a day excursion. With a fuel cost estimated at $8, it's an economical option for a quick getaway. The route primarily utilizes local roads, including Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and Stanton Christiana Road, with no highway driving. You'll experience a turn-heavy local drive, making it easy to navigate and enjoy the scenery at a relaxed pace. Given its short duration, this trip doesn't require an overnight stay, offering flexibility for your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 41 mi | 47m |
| Stanton Christiana Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| West Newport Pike | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| East Division Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Mitch Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| North Little Creek Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| West Market Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 41 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, DE and Newport, 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
5.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on DE 7
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Stanton Christiana Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Continue on DE 7; DE 4
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Mitch Road
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on DE 4
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Mitch Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on DE 4
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
West Newport Pike
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on DE 4
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Market Street
14
Turn right onto South James Street
88 ft
·
9 sec
·
South James Street
15
Continue on South James Street
73 ft
·
1 sec
·
South James Street
16
Arrive at destination
South James Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.9 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 37.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
DE 8 / East Division Street
Merge onto DE 8 / East Division Street
Merge point - match speed before joining
5
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
Navigation decision point
Toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
4
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
31.4 mi into trip
|
~38m 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
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
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.91 one way
$15.82 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.66 | $17.32 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.25 | $18.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.53 | $21.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.17 | $1.91 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.68 | $3.05 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Newport, DE
Night in Newport on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Middletown, DE
24 mi in
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
14 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 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?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this entire 47.7-mile journey, as the highway share is 0%. You won't encounter any significant highway stretches, meaning your longest uninterrupted driving segment will be 41 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This route will feel more like navigating through towns and local communities rather than a high-speed transit. The character of the road will likely involve frequent turns and changes in speed limits as you transition between different local roads like Stanton Christiana Road and West Newport Pike.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 0.3 miles in near DE 8 / East Division Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.7 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.3 miles (DE 8 / East Division Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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.
On the drive from Dover, DE to Newport, DE, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
37.8 mi in
|
~45m
|
via DE 1
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 47.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 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 41 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 Newport, 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 0.3 miles (DE 8 / East Division Street): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 2.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 3.7 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 Newport, 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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