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
29.3 mi
47 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.
Middletown, DE
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Camden, DE
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Spanning just 29.3 miles, this quick trip from Middletown to Camden, Delaware, is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 39 minutes to complete. Because of the manageable distance, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Summit Bridge Road, and South Dupont Parkway. With an estimated fuel cost of only $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to move through the Northeast region. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a local errand, the lack of mandatory stops makes this a highly efficient drive. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 14.6 mi | 16m |
| Summit Bridge Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Dupont Parkway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Puncheon Run Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South Dupont Highway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| South Broad Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| East Camden Wyoming Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, DE and Camden, DE.
Start on DE 299
Turn left onto DE 71
Continue on DE 71
Take the ramp onto DE 71
Merge onto US 13
Turn left
Merge onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight right at fork onto Puncheon Run Connector
Turn left onto US 13
Turn right onto DE 10
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto DE 71 / South Broad Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 13 / South Dupont Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn left toward DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto Puncheon Run Connector toward Salisbury, Norfolk
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$4.86 one way
$9.72 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.32 | $10.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.47 | $12.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.3 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 | 8.8 | 0 | $3.08 | $1.41 |
| Efficient EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.88 |
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 Middletown on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
39°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Camden on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise on this 29.3-mile stretch. While you will spend about 15% of your time on highways, the character of the road shifts frequently as you transition between local paths and larger corridors. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 14.6 miles along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, providing a brief period of steady cruising. Outside of that section, be prepared for more frequent adjustments as you navigate the turn-heavy layout of the local roads. This mix keeps you engaged behind the wheel, offering a dynamic driving experience that changes pace as you move south through Delaware.
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 early in the drive near DE 71 / South Broad Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 8 decision points packed into just 29.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 39m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (DE 71 / South Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.8 miles (US 13 / South Dupont Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 10.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Middletown, DE and Camden, DE, road signs point toward Beaches, Salisbury and Norfolk.
Beaches
Salisbury
Norfolk
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 29.3 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.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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