Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
14.7 mi
24 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Georgetown, DE
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Blades, DE
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If you are planning a quick excursion through Delaware, the 14.7-mile journey from Georgetown to Blades is a straightforward local trip. You can expect to reach your destination in about 24 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a half-day outing or a simple one-day commute. Because this route involves zero highway driving, it functions perfectly as a local backroads experience rather than a high-speed transit. Budgeting just $2 for fuel makes this one of the most affordable drives you can tackle in the Northeast. Since the entire trip takes place within Delaware, you will remain in a familiar regional setting from start to finish. It is a practical, no-fuss route that requires no overnight planning.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 14.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m 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
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy, local-road experience as you navigate your way between these two Delaware towns. You will spend your time winding through a mix of Concord Road, County Seat Highway, and West Market Street. With a highway share of 0%, this path avoids the monotony of interstate travel in favor of more technical, ground-level driving. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 6.9 miles spent on Concord Road, which serves as the backbone of your journey. Be prepared for a steady, hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with local road conditions throughout the entire 24-minute duration.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
11 ft
Total Descent
54 ft
Highest Point
54 ft
Elevation Range
43 ft
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near US 9 / West Market Street.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Georgetown, DE to Blades, DE is easy. At 24m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (US 9 / West Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 14.7 miles (South Market Street): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Right onto US 9 / West Market Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto South Market Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Concord Road | 6.9 mi | 10m |
| County Seat Highway | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| West Market Street | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East High Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| The Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Market Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Georgetown, DE and Blades, DE.
Start on US 9; DE 404
Continue on US 9
Continue on US 9
Turn right onto DE 20
Continue on DE 20
Continue on East High Street
Turn left onto South Market Street
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$2.44 one way
$4.87 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.85 | $5.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.25 | $6.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.54 | $0.71 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.29 | $0.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.06 | $0.94 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in Georgetown on Friday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
Destination
Evening in Blades on Friday
Local time
6:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
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.
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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