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Trip from Felton, DE to Georgetown, DE

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

44m

Distance

27.5 mi

44 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 41m ★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m

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

town in Kent County, Delaware, United States

Felton, DE

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town in Sussex County, Delaware, United States

Georgetown, DE

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a quick excursion through Delaware, the 27.5-mile journey from Felton to Georgetown is a straightforward option. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 44 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly economical route for a localized getaway. You will primarily navigate via Dupont Boulevard, Canterbury Road, and Midstate Road as you travel within the Northeast region. Because the total duration is under an hour, you will not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated planning. It is a practical, no-fuss connection that gets you from point A to point B without any unnecessary overhead.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

13.8 miles from Felton, DE

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route features zero highway miles. The road requires your full attention due to its winding, local nature, offering a different pace compared to typical commuter corridors. Your longest uninterrupted segment spans 13.6 miles along Dupont Boulevard, providing the only real stretch where you can settle into a steady rhythm. As you transition between the various local roads, the driving environment remains consistent and intimate. You will find that the lack of highway driving forces a more engaged, hands-on experience behind the wheel throughout the entire 27.5-mile duration.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dupont Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 13.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 12 / West Main Street.

Route Complexity 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 8 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 12 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (DE 15 / Canterbury Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (DE 14 / Milford Harrington Highway): Navigation decision point.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 8 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | DE 12 / West Main Street

At end of road, turn right onto DE 12 / West Main Street

Navigation decision point

3
2.9 mi into trip | ~5m in | DE 15 / Canterbury Road

Turn right onto DE 15 / Canterbury Road

Navigation decision point

4
9.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | DE 14 / Milford Harrington Highway

Turn left onto DE 14 / Milford Harrington Highway

Navigation decision point

4
26.8 mi into trip | ~42m in | DE 18; DE 404 / North Bedford Street

At end of road, turn left onto DE 18; DE 404 / North Bedford Street

Navigation decision point

5
27.4 mi into trip | ~44m in | US 9; DE 404 / The Circle

Enter roundabout onto US 9; DE 404 / The Circle

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dupont Boulevard 13.6 mi 19m
Canterbury Road 6.9 mi 12m
Midstate Road 2.4 mi 4m
North Bedford Street 1.5 mi 4m
DuPont Boulevard 1.3 mi 1m
Milford Harrington Highway 1.1 mi 1m
West Main Street 0.5 mi <1m
The Circle <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Dupont Boulevard — 13.6 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Felton, DE and Georgetown, DE.

1

Start on this road

157 ft · 13 sec · this road
2

At end of road, turn right onto DE 12

0.5 mi · 52 sec · West Main Street
3

Continue on DE 12

2.4 mi · 4 min · Midstate Road
4

Turn right onto DE 15

6.9 mi · 12 min · Canterbury Road
5

Turn left onto DE 14

1.1 mi · 1 min · Milford Harrington Highway
6

Take the ramp

365 ft · 10 sec
7

Merge onto US 113

6.2 mi · 8 min · Dupont Boulevard
8

Continue on US 113

1.3 mi · 1 min · DuPont Boulevard
9

Continue on US 113

7.4 mi · 10 min · Dupont Boulevard
10

Take the exit onto North Bedford Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · North Bedford Street
11

At end of road, turn left onto DE 18; DE 404

0.7 mi · 2 min · North Bedford Street
12

Enter roundabout onto US 9; DE 404

440 ft · 15 sec · The Circle
13

Arrive at destination

US 9; DE 404

Trip Plan

Since this is a short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak local traffic is always a smart move. You do not need to factor in any scheduled stops given the brief 44-minute drive time, allowing you to head straight to your destination. Make sure your fuel tank is ready for the journey, as the $5 cost estimate assumes a direct trip with minimal idling. Keep a close eye on the transitions between Canterbury Road and Midstate Road, as the turn-heavy nature of the route requires frequent navigation adjustments. Taking advantage of the short distance means you can easily adjust your schedule on the fly if your plans in Georgetown change.

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 13.8 miles from Felton, DE, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 13.6 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 27.5 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 13.8 miles or 23m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 36m

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

Before You Leave

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Have your navigation ready before leaving Felton, DE.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Felton, DE

This is one driving day of about 27.5 miles and 44m.

At 27.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Dupont Boulevard for about 13.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 13.8 mi from Felton, DE · 23m into the drive

Pacing Suggestions

Milton, DE

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 27.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Milford, DE

Meal break

The midpoint is around 13.8 miles from Felton, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Georgetown, DE

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Georgetown, DE if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.56 one way

$9.12 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 10 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $4.99 $9.99
premium $4.93 $5.33 $10.67
diesel $5.61 $6.07 $12.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 9.6 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 8.3 0 $2.89 $1.32
Efficient EV 6.9 0 $2.41 $1.10
EV Truck/SUV 11 0 $3.85 $1.76

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.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Felton, DE

Night in Felton on Wednesday

Local time

11:04 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Georgetown, DE

Night in Georgetown on Wednesday

Local time

11:04 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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

44m 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Felton, DE to Georgetown, DE covers 27.5 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dupont Boulevard, Canterbury Road, Midstate Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.8 miles from Felton, DE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a straightforward 44m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (DE 12 / West Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 2.9 miles (DE 15 / Canterbury Road): Navigation decision point; at 9.8 miles (DE 14 / Milford Harrington Highway): Navigation decision point.
The route from Felton, DE to Georgetown, DE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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