Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
23.5 mi
38 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, DE
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Seaford, DE
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If you are looking for a straightforward trip through Delaware, this 23.5-mile journey from Milford to Seaford is an efficient way to traverse the state. Expect the drive to take approximately 38 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a quick day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Shawnee Road, Sussex Highway, and Bridgeville Highway, keeping your transit costs low with an estimated fuel budget of just $4. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent local atmosphere throughout the transit. This route is best suited for travelers who prefer short, manageable distances over long hauls.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Shawnee Road | 10.2 mi | 17m |
| Sussex Highway | 8.5 mi | 11m |
| Bridgeville Highway | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Lakeview Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Beach Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Front Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Causey Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, DE and Seaford, DE.
Start on this road
Turn right onto DE 36
Turn left onto DE 36
Turn right onto DE 36
Continue on DE 36
Continue on DE 36
Turn right onto DE 16; DE 36
Continue on DE 16; DE 36
Turn left onto US 13
Take the exit
Continue on Bridgeville Highway
Continue on North Front Street
Turn right onto High Street
Turn left onto South Pine Street
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 23.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto DE 36 / Southeast Front Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto DE 36 / North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto DE 36 / Causey Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto US 13 / Sussex Highway
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Pine Street
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$3.90 one way
$7.79 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.27 | $8.53 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.56 | $9.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.19 | $10.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Milford on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Seaford on Sunday
Local time
3:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
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, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will spend much of your time navigating local roads, with the longest uninterrupted stretch being a 10.2-mile segment on Shawnee Road. Because the path relies on regional connectors like Bridgeville Highway, the pace remains steady but requires your full attention at intersections and turns. Transitioning between these local roads gives the trip a functional, suburban feel that avoids the high-speed intensity of major interstates. It is a practical drive that keeps you close to the landscape as you move between towns.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near DE 36 / Southeast Front Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 38m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (DE 36 / Southeast Front Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (DE 36 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (DE 36 / Causey Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 38m. Total distance: 23.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m 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.
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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