Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
28m
Distance
16.5 mi
26 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Long Neck, DE
Dominik Rheinheimer
Georgetown, DE
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If you are looking for a straightforward, quick journey in Delaware, the 16.5-mile trip from Long Neck to Georgetown is an ideal choice. Expect to spend about 28 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect excursion for a single day. You will navigate via Johnson Road, Indian Mission Road, and Park Avenue, keeping you entirely on local roads rather than interstates. With a modest fuel budget of $3, this drive is highly economical and requires no overnight stops. It is a practical route for those traveling within the Northeast region, offering a direct connection between these two Delaware communities without the complexity of highway navigation.
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
8.2 miles from Long Neck, DE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
This 16.5-mile path is a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You won’t encounter any highway stretches on this route, as it relies exclusively on local roads to get you to your destination. The longest uninterrupted section you will find is a 3.7-mile stretch along Johnson Road. Because the route is composed entirely of local roads, you should prepare for frequent turning and a lower-speed pace compared to typical interstate travel. It is a straightforward trip that trades highway cruising for a more hands-on, local driving experience.
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.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Long Neck, DE to Georgetown, DE is easy. At 28m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Long Neck, DE to Georgetown, DE is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Woodduck Road | — | — |
| Half-Shelf Pond Road | — | — |
| Pot Nets Road | — | — |
| Long Neck Road | — | — |
| Indian Mission Road | — | — |
| Harbeson Road | — | — |
| Johnson Road | — | — |
| Springfield Road | — | — |
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Step-by-step road directions between Long Neck, DE and Georgetown, DE.
Start on Blue Jay Lane
Continue on Woodduck Road
Turn right onto Half-Shelf Pond Road
Turn right onto Pot Nets Road
At the end of the road, turn left onto Long Neck Road
Continue on Indian Mission Road
Continue on Harbeson Road
Turn left onto Johnson Road
Continue on Springfield Road
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward South Bedford Street
Exit the roundabout onto South Bedford Street
Enter the roundabout toward The Circle
Arrive at your destination
Since this is a quick 28-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 16.5-mile journey in one go, as there are no required stops along the way. Planning is minimal, but keep in mind that the route's turn-heavy nature means you should stay alert for navigation changes throughout the drive. Budgeting $3 for fuel should be more than enough to cover your needs for the trip. A specific tip for this drive is to keep your map navigation handy, as the reliance on local roads like Indian Mission Road and Park Avenue involves several turns that might be easy to miss if you aren't paying close attention.
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.
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 16.5 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.2 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 24m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, DE than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Long Neck, DE.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Long Neck, DE
This is one driving day of about 16.5 miles and 28m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.2 mi from Long Neck, DE · 14m into the drive
A short stop after about 16.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 8.2 miles from Long Neck, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.00 | $5.99 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.20 | $6.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.64 | $7.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| Efficient EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.44 | $0.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.31 | $1.06 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% 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
Night in Long Neck on Wednesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
46°F
Clear
Destination
Night in Georgetown on Wednesday
Local time
11:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°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.
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