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 Seaford, DE
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
36.9 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Fair
2 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
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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Seaford, DE
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Dover to Seaford is a straightforward 36.9-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes. Since the entire trip stays within Delaware, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip rather than an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $6 on fuel for the one-way transit. Because there are no mandatory stops required by the route, you have complete flexibility to make the drive in a single push. This route provides a simple, efficient connection between these two points, making it an easy addition to your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Dupont Highway | 20.5 mi | 25m |
| Sussex Highway | 10.6 mi | 14m |
| Bridgeville Highway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| South Governors Avenue | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| North Front Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Reed Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kings Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Dupont Highway
— 20.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dover, DE and Seaford, DE.
1
Start on Kings Highway
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Kings Highway
2
Turn left onto East Reed Street
0.2 mi
·
50 sec
·
East Reed Street
3
Turn left onto US 13 Alternate
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
South Governors Avenue
4
Merge onto US 13
20 mi
·
25 min
·
South Dupont Highway
5
Continue on US 13
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Sussex Highway
6
Take the exit
169 ft
·
4 sec
7
Continue on Bridgeville Highway
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Bridgeville Highway
8
Continue on North Front Street
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North Front Street
9
Turn right onto High Street
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
High Street
10
Turn left onto South Pine Street
49 ft
·
2 sec
·
South Pine Street
11
Arrive at destination
South Pine Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.5 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 36.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Reed Street
Turn left onto East Reed Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
US 13 Alternate / South Governors Avenue
Turn left onto US 13 Alternate / South Governors Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 13 / South Dupont Highway
Merge onto US 13 / South Dupont Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
3
33.7 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
5
36.9 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
South Pine Street
Turn left onto South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.12 one way
$12.24 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.16 | $14.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.15 | $16.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.87 | $1.77 |
| Efficient EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.23 | $1.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.17 | $2.36 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Seaford, DE
Night in Seaford on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
15 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
51m 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 rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. You will navigate using South Dupont Highway, Sussex Highway, and Bridgeville Highway to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted section consists of 20.5 miles along South Dupont Highway, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Because the road relies on local thoroughfares, your pace will be dictated by the flow of traffic rather than cruise control. Be prepared for a more hands-on driving experience as you transition through these local corridors.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 20.5 mi on South Dupont Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Reed Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Dover, DE to Seaford, DE is easy. At 51m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Reed Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 13 Alternate / South Governors Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 13 / South Dupont Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 36.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 20.5 miles on South Dupont Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 0.1 miles (East Reed Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (US 13 Alternate / South Governors Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.7 miles (US 13 / South Dupont Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Seaford, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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