Origin
Milford, DE
Late night in Milford on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, DE to Georgetown, DE
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
25m
Distance
16.5 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 23m
★
6 AM
0h 26m
8 AM
0h 30m
10 AM
0h 27m
12 PM
0h 27m
3 PM
0h 27m
5 PM
0h 30m
8 PM
0h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Milford, DE
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Georgetown, DE
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Trip Overview
This short 16.5-mile drive from Milford to Georgetown, Delaware, is easily manageable in about 25 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day trip. You'll primarily be on Dupont Boulevard and North Bedford Street, with no significant highway driving. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $3, reflecting the route's brevity and efficiency. Given its short distance, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for when you choose to depart and how you structure your time. Both Milford and Georgetown are located within the Northeast region of the US, keeping you firmly within Delaware.
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
8.3 miles from Milford, DE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, which is characterized by its lack of highway segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 12.6 miles on Dupont Boulevard. This means you'll be navigating through local roads for most of the journey, with frequent turns and a more engaged driving experience compared to cruising on an interstate. The road's personality is that of a familiar local thoroughfare rather than an open highway, requiring your attention to navigation and traffic.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 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 12.6 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 36 / Southeast Front Street.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 25m drive. You will face about 6 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 36 / Southeast Front Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (DE 36 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (DE 36 / Causey Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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DE 36 / Southeast Front Street
Turn right onto DE 36 / Southeast Front Street
Navigation decision point
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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DE 36 / North Walnut Street
Turn left onto DE 36 / North Walnut Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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DE 36 / Causey Avenue
Turn right onto DE 36 / Causey Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
15.8 mi into trip
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~23m in
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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
16.5 mi into trip
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~25m in
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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 | 12.6 mi | 17m |
| North Bedford Street | 1.5 mi | 4m |
| DuPont Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Lakeview Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Causey Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| The Circle | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Walnut Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dupont Boulevard
— 12.6 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, DE and Georgetown, DE.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto DE 36
136 ft
·
10 sec
·
Southeast Front Street
3
Turn left onto DE 36
140 ft
·
3 sec
·
North Walnut Street
4
Turn right onto DE 36
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Causey Avenue
5
Continue on DE 36
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lakeview Avenue
6
Turn slight left onto US 113
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Dupont Boulevard
7
Continue on US 113
1.3 mi
·
1 min
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DuPont Boulevard
8
Continue on US 113
7.4 mi
·
10 min
·
Dupont Boulevard
9
Take the exit onto North Bedford Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
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North Bedford Street
10
At end of road, turn left onto DE 18; DE 404
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North Bedford Street
11
Enter roundabout onto US 9; DE 404
440 ft
·
15 sec
·
The Circle
12
Arrive at destination
US 9; DE 404
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 25 minutes, this trip offers maximum flexibility; you can leave whenever it's most convenient. There are no extended stretches that would necessitate planned stops for rest, and with only 16.5 miles to cover, you won't need to worry about splitting the drive. The fuel cost is minimal at around $3, so you’re unlikely to face any surprises there. A practical tip for this route: pay close attention to the local signage as you transition between Dupont Boulevard and North Bedford Street, as the turns are a key feature of this drive.
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 8.3 miles from Milford, DE, or about 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 12.6 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 16.5 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 8.3 miles or 12m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Georgetown, DE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Milford, DE.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milford, DE
This is one driving day of about 16.5 miles and 25m.
At 16.5 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Dupont Boulevard for about 12.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 8.3 mi from Milford, DE · 12m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 8.3 miles from Milford, 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
$2.74 one way
$5.47 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Georgetown, DE
Late night in Georgetown on Thursday
Local time
12:20 AM
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
25m 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 Milford, DE to Georgetown, DE covers 16.5 miles and takes about 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dupont Boulevard, North Bedford Street, DuPont Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 8.3 miles from Milford, DE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.74 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 25m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (DE 36 / Southeast Front Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (DE 36 / North Walnut Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (DE 36 / Causey Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Milford, DE to Georgetown, DE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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