Trip from Seaford, DE to Greenville, DE

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 54m

Distance

89.8 mi

144 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$15

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 25 min

4 AM

1h 46m ★

6 AM

1h 55m

8 AM

2h 11m

10 AM

2h 0m

12 PM

1h 59m

3 PM

2h 1m

5 PM

2h 10m

8 PM

1h 50m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Greenville, DE

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 89.8-mile journey from Seaford, DE to Greenville, DE, a drive that will take approximately 1 hour and 54 minutes. This route stays within the Northeast region, specifically Delaware, and is well-suited for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $15, this drive is an economical option. The main roads you'll travel include the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, South Dupont Highway, and Sussex Highway, offering a varied driving experience. Expect a turn-heavy local drive that's manageable for a day excursion.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

44.9 miles from Seaford, DE

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway	41.7 mi	48m
South Dupont Highway	21.1 mi	25m
Sussex Highway	13 mi	17m
US 202	5.8 mi	9m
Puncheon Run Connector	2.4 mi	3m
Delaware Turnpike	1.9 mi	2m
Middleford Road	0.9 mi	1m
Kennett Pike	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway — 41.7 mi, about 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Seaford, DE and Greenville, DE.

Start on South Pine Street

49 ft · 8 sec · South Pine Street

Turn right onto High Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · High Street

Continue on Middleford Road

0.9 mi · 1 min · Middleford Road

Turn left onto US 13; DE 20

13 mi · 17 min · Sussex Highway

Continue on US 13

21 mi · 25 min · South Dupont Highway

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 8 sec

Toward Wilmington, Delaware Memorial Bridge

Continue on Puncheon Run Connector

2.4 mi · 3 min · Puncheon Run Connector

Merge onto DE 1 Toll

2.3 mi · 2 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll

28 mi · 31 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll

6.5 mi · 7 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1

5.2 mi · 6 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.1 mi · 1 min

Exit 165B Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 95

1.8 mi · 2 min · Delaware Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295

0.2 mi · 16 sec · Delaware Turnpike

Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Exit 5B Toward DE 141 North: Newport Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 53 sec

Exit 5B Toward DE 141 North: Newport Use the right lane.

Continue on US 202; DE 141

5.8 mi · 9 min · US 202; DE 141

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec

Toward DE 52 North: Greenville

Turn straight onto DE 52

0.6 mi · 1 min · Kennett Pike

Continue on Kennett Pike

17 ft · 1 sec · Kennett Pike

Arrive at destination

Kennett Pike

Trip Plan

Given this is a relatively short drive of under two hours, you have considerable flexibility in planning your departure time. There are no designated stops provided, so you can easily make this a direct trip or plan your own breaks as needed. With a fuel cost estimate of $15, you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. A practical tip for this route is to remain vigilant for the numerous turns, especially as you transition between the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, South Dupont Highway, and Sussex Highway, to ensure you stay on course efficiently.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 44.9 miles from Seaford, DE, or about 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 41.7 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 20 miles or 27m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 44.9 miles or 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 33m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, DE than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Seaford, DE so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Seaford, DE

This is one driving day of about 89.8 miles and 1h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Seaford, DE.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 41.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Smyrna, DE

45 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

Felton, DE

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Smyrna, DE

Meal break

The midpoint is around 44.9 miles from Seaford, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Newport Family Restaurant in Graystone Plaza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wilmington, Delaware

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.4

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13029981073

Visit website

Trattoria di Napoli Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bear, Delaware

1.5 mi

La Consentida Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

New Castle, Delaware

1.3 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Kaffeina Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Wilmington, Delaware

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 89.8

Hours: 10:30 am–3:30 pm

+13027570689

Visit website

Mugs Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Dover, Delaware

2.8 mi

Newport Family Restaurant in Graystone Plaza

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.4

Wilmington, Delaware

Hours: 7 am–8 pm

+13029981073

Visit website

Trattoria di Napoli Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 77

Bear, Delaware

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13028387711

Visit website

La Consentida Mexican Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.4

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+13023221110

Bertucci's Italian Restaurant

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 77

Newark, Delaware

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13022866600

Visit website

The Legend Restaurant&Bakery

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.4

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: 6:30 am–9 pm

+13023226222

Visit website

Cosmos Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 83.4

Wilmington, Delaware

Hours: 7:30 am–8:30 pm

+13029940920

Visit website

Capers & Lemons

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 89.8

Wilmington, Delaware

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+13022560524

Visit website

Cobblestone Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 38.5

Dover, Delaware

Hours: 8:30 am–4 pm

+13027357874

Visit website

Kaffeina Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 89.8

Wilmington, Delaware

Hours: 10:30 am–3:30 pm

+13027570689

Visit website

Mugs Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $1 to $10 mile 38.5

Dover, Delaware

Hours: 6:30 am–1 pm

+13026774879

Visit website

Centreville Place: Cafe + Market

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 89.8

Wilmington, Delaware

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13027774911

Visit website

Brownstone Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 38.5

Dover, Delaware

Hours: Closed

+13027412220

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Seaford, Delaware

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 83.4

New Castle, Delaware

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 83.4

Wilmington, Delaware

+13029981930

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 38.5

Dover AFB, Delaware

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+13026775938

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 74.1 and 82.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

74.1 mi into trip | ~1h 31m in | DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore

79.4 mi into trip | ~1h 37m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 165B Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia

82.3 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | I 295 / Delaware Turnpike

Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Delaware Turnpike toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, N...

82.4 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in

Take the exit toward DE 141 North: Newport

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 5B Toward DE 141 North: Newport

82.8 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Keep slight right at fork toward DE 141 North: Newport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 5B Toward DE 141 North: Newport

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.89 one way

$29.78 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 31 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$16.31	$32.61
premium	$4.93	$17.42	$34.83
diesel	$5.61	$19.83	$39.65

Estimated Tolls: $0.12

Delaware Turnpike (1.8 mi) $0.12

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$15

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$40–$65

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	26.9	$9.43	$4.31
Efficient EV	22.5	$7.86	$3.59
EV Truck/SUV	35.9	$12.57	$5.75

Gas CO2

31 kg

EV CO2

11 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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Seaford, DE

Night in Seaford on Saturday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Greenville, DE

Night in Greenville on Saturday

Local time

9:28 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

63°F

Smyrna, DE

45 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 54m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

First State National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Famous as the First State to ratify the Constitution, Delaware was born out of a conflict among three world powers for dominance of the Delaware Valley. From this beginning, the region developed a dis...

4 mi from route ~10 min detour Free near mile 89.8

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll encounter numerous intersections and changes in direction rather than long stretches of consistent highway. While 9% of the route utilizes highways, the majority involves navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 41.7 miles on the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience where the road's personality shifts frequently, requiring your attention to navigate turns and local traffic.

Only 9% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 41.7 mi on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 around 74.1 miles in near DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.8 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: at 74.1 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 82.3 miles (I 295 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Seaford, DE and Greenville, DE, road signs point toward Wilmington, Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey.

Wilmington

35.2 mi in | ~45m

Baltimore

74.1 mi in | ~1h 31m | via DE 1

Philadelphia

79.4 mi in | ~1h 37m

New York

82.3 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 295

New Jersey

82.3 mi in | ~1h 41m | via I 295

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 54m. Total distance: 89.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 54m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 41.7 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.12 in tolls one way, starting with Delaware Turnpike. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Greenville, 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.

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 Greenville, 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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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Newport Family Restaurant in Graystone Plaza

Kaffeina Cafe

Newport Family Restaurant in Graystone Plaza

Trattoria di Napoli Restaurant

La Consentida Mexican Restaurant

Bertucci's Italian Restaurant

The Legend Restaurant&Bakery

Cosmos Restaurant

Capers & Lemons

Cobblestone Cafe

Kaffeina Cafe

Mugs Cafe

Centreville Place: Cafe + Market

Brownstone Cafe

Tesla Supercharger

GPM Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

Urban Air Trampoline and Adventure Park

Go Ape Zipline and Adventure Park

Brandywine Park

Wilmington & Western Railroad

River Walk

Delaware State Police Museum

The Delaware Contemporary

Air Mobility Command Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Seaford, DE

Greenville, DE

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 54m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

First State National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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