Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
49.5 mi
80 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Newark, DE
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Wyoming, DE
Mick Haupt
Newark, DE to Wyoming, DE is 49.5 miles and takes about 1h 6m via Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Wrangle Hill Road, and Sunset Lake Road, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Delaware, making it a straightforward drive without crossing state lines. You'll primarily be on surface roads, so expect a more relaxed pace compared to interstate travel. With minimal driving time and cost, this route is ideal for a quick local excursion or an easy segment of a larger trip.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 34.2 mi | 39m |
| Wrangle Hill Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Sunset Lake Road | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Puncheon Run Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| South College Avenue | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Chapel Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Webbs Lane | 1 mi | 2m |
| East Chestnut Hill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Newark, DE and Wyoming, DE.
Start on this road
At end of road, turn right onto DE 273
Turn left onto DE 896
Turn left onto DE 4
Turn right onto DE 72
Continue on DE 72
Continue on DE 72
Take the ramp
Merge onto DE 1
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork 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 Webbs Lane
Turn left onto New Burton Road
Continue on North Layton Avenue
Turn right onto West Camden Wyoming Avenue
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Newark, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 44.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
At end of road, turn right onto DE 273 / East Main Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Turn left onto DE 4 / East Chestnut Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto DE 72 / South Chapel Street
Lane positioning matters here
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
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
$8.75 one way
$17.51 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $9.59 | $19.18 |
| premium | $5.24 | $10.22 | $20.44 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $10.43 | $20.85 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| Efficient EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.33 | $1.98 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.93 | $3.17 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Afternoon in Newark on Wednesday
Local time
2:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Clear
Destination
Afternoon in Wyoming on Wednesday
Local time
2:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly 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.
This 49.5-mile drive is entirely on surface roads, with no highway time included. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 34.2 miles along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. You'll navigate through local areas, noticing the transition from more developed sections to potentially more rural cruising as you progress. The lack of highway driving means you'll be interacting with local traffic and varying speed limits throughout the trip.
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 273 / East Main Street.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 49.5 miles you will encounter 13 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: near the start (DE 273 / East Main Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.9 miles (DE 4 / East Chestnut Hill Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (DE 72 / South Chapel Street): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
99 ft
Total Descent
187 ft
Highest Point
128 ft
Elevation Range
123 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Newark, DE and Wyoming, DE, road signs point toward Beaches, Salisbury and Norfolk.
Beaches
Salisbury
Norfolk
Founded 1694
Newark is in Delaware.
Top landmarks
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 6m. Total distance: 49.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 6m 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.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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