Origin
Milford, DE
Afternoon in Milford on Friday
Local time
4:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Milford, DE to Greenville, DE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
70.6 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
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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Greenville, DE
Alex Borelli
Trip Overview
This 70.6-mile drive from Milford, DE to Greenville, DE is best tackled in a single day, taking about 1 hour and 30 minutes. You'll navigate primarily via the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway and North Dupont Boulevard, with a portion on US 202. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this journey offers a straightforward transition within the Northeast region. The route is characterized by frequent turns and local road driving, making it a more engaging, less highway-intensive experience. It's a manageable distance perfect for a day trip without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.3 miles from Milford, DE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 70.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 11% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 43.7 miles along the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. This means you'll experience a variety of road types, transitioning from main arteries to more localized streets. The drive's personality is less about open-road cruising and more about navigating through communities, with frequent adjustments in direction. It's a dynamic route that keeps you engaged with the changing scenery and road conditions.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 54.9 miles in near DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 54.9 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.1 miles (I 295 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
54.9 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
8
60.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 13m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165B
Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
6
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
I 295 / Delaware Turnpike
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295 / Delaware Turnpike toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, N...
7
63.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
Take the exit toward DE 141 North: Newport
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
8
63.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m in
Keep slight right at fork toward DE 141 North: Newport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Milford, DE and Greenville, DE, road signs point toward Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey.
Baltimore
54.9 mi in
|
~1h 7m
|
via DE 1
Philadelphia
60.2 mi in
|
~1h 13m
New York
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via I 295
New Jersey
63.1 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via I 295
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 43.7 mi | 51m |
| North Dupont Boulevard | 14.9 mi | 19m |
| US 202 | 5.8 mi | 9m |
| Delaware Turnpike | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Walnut Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Kennett Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Rehoboth Boulevard | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Front Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 43.7 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Milford, DE and Greenville, DE.
1
Start on this road
34 ft
·
4 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto DE 36
136 ft
·
6 sec
·
Southeast Front Street
3
Turn right onto North Walnut Street
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
North Walnut Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto DE 1 Business
290 ft
·
7 sec
·
North Rehoboth Boulevard
5
Turn straight onto DE 1 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
North Walnut Street
6
Turn slight right onto US 113; DE 1 Business
15 mi
·
19 min
·
North Dupont Boulevard
7
Continue on DE 1 Toll
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
8
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll
28 mi
·
31 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
9
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Exit 165B
Toward I 95 North: Wilmington, Philadelphia
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Delaware Turnpike
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 295
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
·
Delaware Turnpike
Toward I 295, NJTP: Delaware Memorial Bridge, New York, New Jersey
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 5B
Toward DE 141 North: Newport
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on US 202; DE 141
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
US 202; DE 141
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward DE 52 North: Greenville
18
Turn straight onto DE 52
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Kennett Pike
19
Continue on Kennett Pike
17 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kennett Pike
20
Arrive at destination
Kennett Pike
Trip Plan
With a short 1 hour and 30 minute duration, this 70.6-mile trip offers plenty of flexibility for departure times. Given the nature of the route, which involves many turns, it's wise to set your navigation before you begin. While there are no specific stops recommended in the data, consider breaking up the drive if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure you have adequate fuel before setting off. Pay close attention to signage, especially as you transition between the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, North Dupont Boulevard, and US 202, to stay on track.
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 35.3 miles from Milford, DE, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.7 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 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.3 miles or 44m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Greenville, DE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Milford, DE so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Milford, DE
This is one driving day of about 70.6 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Milford, DE.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 43.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.3 mi from Milford, DE · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.3 miles from Milford, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Greenville, DE
The final approach into Greenville, DE usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.70 one way
$23.41 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.82 | $25.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.59 | $31.18 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.12
Delaware Turnpike
(1.8 mi)
$0.12
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.41 | $3.39 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.18 | $2.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.2 | 0 | $9.88 | $4.52 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Greenville, DE
Afternoon in Greenville on Friday
Local time
4:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Middletown, DE
35 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 30m 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 Greenville, DE covers 70.6 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, North Dupont Boulevard, US 202. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.3 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 $11.70 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 70.6 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 54.9 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.1 miles (I 295 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Milford, DE and Greenville, DE, road signs point toward Baltimore, Philadelphia, New York and New Jersey.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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