Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
39m
Distance
29.9 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bridgeville, DE
Sonny Vermeer
Dover, DE
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If you are looking for a straightforward trip through the heart of Delaware, this 29.9-mile connection between Bridgeville and Dover is an efficient choice. You can easily complete the journey in about 39 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day outing. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should cover your needs for this short transit. The route keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning you from the southern end of the state toward the capital. Because the drive is brief, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex planning. It serves as a practical, no-nonsense path for anyone needing to navigate between these two points.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 29.9 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.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (7%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way north. You will spend roughly 7% of your time on highways, meaning the majority of your trip involves navigating local roads rather than high-speed interstates. The route relies primarily on South Dupont Highway, Sussex Highway, and US 13 Alternate to get you to your destination. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on South Dupont Highway, where you can settle in for 20.5 miles of consistent driving. While the road demands your attention due to frequent turns, it lacks the monotony of a long-distance highway grind.
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 around 0.3 miles in near US 13 Business / North Main Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 5 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (US 13 Business / North Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.7 miles (Redden Road): Navigation decision point; at 27.6 miles (US 13 Alternate): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
At end of road, turn left onto US 13 Business / North Main Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto Redden Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit onto US 13 Alternate
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Turn right onto West Loockerman Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto Kings Highway
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Dupont Highway | 20.5 mi | 24m |
| Sussex Highway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| US 13 Alternate | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| North Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Market Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Redden Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Loockerman Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Kings Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeville, DE and Dover, DE.
Start on DE 404 Business
At end of road, turn left onto US 13 Business
Turn right onto Redden Road
Turn left onto US 13; DE 404
Continue on US 13
Take the exit onto US 13 Alternate
Turn right onto West Loockerman Street
Turn left onto Kings Highway
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$4.96 one way
$9.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.43 | $10.86 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.80 | $11.60 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.60 | $13.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 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 | 9 | 0 | $3.14 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.91 |
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
Morning in Bridgeville on Thursday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Sunny
Destination
Morning in Dover on Thursday
Local time
7:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Mostly Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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.
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