Origin
Middletown, DE
Night in Middletown on Saturday
Local time
9:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Middletown, 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
58m
Distance
43.5 mi
70 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
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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Milford, DE
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Trip Overview
This 45.2-mile journey from Middletown to Milford, Delaware, is a quick 46-minute drive, making it an ideal day trip. You'll navigate primarily on local roads like South Broad Street and Summit Bridge Road, with a small portion on South Dupont Parkway, but no significant highway time as the highway share is 0%. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $7, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its short distance and urban-to-local road profile, it's perfectly suited for a single day's adventure without the need for an overnight stop. The entire drive stays within Delaware, offering a straightforward exploration of the local landscape.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 16.2 mi | 18m |
| Bay Road | 14.7 mi | 19m |
| Summit Bridge Road | 4.9 mi | 7m |
| South Dupont Parkway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| North Walnut Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| South Broad Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| US 113 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 16.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Middletown, DE and Milford, DE.
1
Start on DE 299
99 ft
·
11 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto DE 71
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broad Street
3
Continue on DE 71
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Summit Bridge Road
4
Take the ramp onto DE 71
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Summit Bridge Road
5
Merge onto US 13
4.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Dupont Parkway
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
7
Merge onto DE 1 Toll
12 mi
·
13 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
22 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 21.8 miles from Middletown, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 43.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
DE 71 / South Broad Street
Turn left onto DE 71 / South Broad Street
Navigation decision point
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Turn left toward DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
4
22.3 mi into trip
|
~29m 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
6
41.5 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
43.5 mi into trip
|
~58m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.21 one way
$14.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.90 | $15.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.44 | $16.87 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.60 | $19.21 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13 | 0 | $4.57 | $2.09 |
| Efficient EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.09 | $2.78 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (67% 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
9:26 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
5 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
58m 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 45.2-mile route. With a 0% highway share, you'll be on surface streets and county roads for the entire 46-minute duration. The longest uninterrupted stretch isn't specified, but the 'turn-heavy' profile suggests frequent intersections and changes in direction rather than long, straightaways. This means you'll be actively engaged with the road, navigating through communities rather than cruising on an open highway. It’s a drive that keeps you connected to the local environment.
Only 11% 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: 16.2 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 early in the drive near DE 71 / South Broad Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 43.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (DE 71 / South Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 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 Middletown, DE to Milford, DE, road signs begin pointing toward Beaches along the way.
Beaches
10.3 mi in
|
~15m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 43.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m 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 16.2 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: near the start (DE 71 / South Broad Street): Navigation decision point; at 10.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.3 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 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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