Origin
Millsboro, DE
Late night in Millsboro on Saturday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Millsboro, DE to Middletown, DE
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 35m
Distance
68.4 mi
110 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 28m
★
6 AM
1h 36m
8 AM
1h 50m
10 AM
1h 41m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Millsboro, DE
Matt Barnard
Middletown, DE
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Trip Overview
The drive from Millsboro, DE to Middletown, DE covers 68.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Bay Road, Gravel Hill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.3 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.34 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.2 miles from Millsboro, DE
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 35m. Total distance: 68.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 35m drive with frequent turns across 68.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
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 17.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 16.9 miles in near DE 30 / Cedar Creek Road.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 16.9 miles (DE 30 / Cedar Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
16.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
DE 30 / Cedar Creek Road
At end of road, turn left onto DE 30 / Cedar Creek Road
Navigation decision point
4
22.4 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
45.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
|
DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
58.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward US 13: North Smyrna, Townsend
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 13: North Smyrna, Townsend
5
58.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Millsboro, DE to Middletown, DE, road signs begin pointing toward Townsend along the way.
Townsend
58.7 mi in
|
~1h 20m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 17.3 mi | 19m |
| Bay Road | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| Gravel Hill Road | 13.8 mi | 21m |
| Cedar Creek Road | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Summit Bridge Road | 4.8 mi | 7m |
| South Dupont Parkway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Isaacs Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Coastal Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 17.3 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Millsboro, DE and Middletown, DE.
1
Start on DE 24 Bus; DE 30
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on DE 24 Bus; DE 30
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
John J Williams Highway
3
Turn left onto DE 30
14 mi
·
21 min
·
Gravel Hill Road
4
Continue on DE 30
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Isaacs Road
5
At end of road, turn left onto DE 30
5.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Cedar Creek Road
6
Turn right onto Wilkins Road
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Wilkins Road
7
Continue on Cedar Neck Road
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Cedar Neck Road
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
9
Merge onto DE 1
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Coastal Highway
10
Continue on DE 1
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Milford Bypass
11
Continue on DE 1
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Bay Road
12
Continue on DE 1 Toll
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
13
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Toward US 13: North Smyrna, Townsend
15
Keep slight left at fork
131 ft
·
5 sec
16
Turn left onto US 13
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
South Dupont Parkway
17
Take the exit onto DE 71
4.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Summit Bridge Road
18
Continue on DE 71
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
South Broad Street
19
Turn right onto DE 299
99 ft
·
3 sec
·
East Main Street
20
Arrive at destination
DE 299
Trip Plan
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 34.2 miles from Millsboro, DE, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.3 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.2 miles or 51m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Middletown, DE than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Millsboro, DE so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Millsboro, DE
This is one driving day of about 68.4 miles and 1h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Millsboro, 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 17.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.2 mi from Millsboro, DE · 51m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.2 miles from Millsboro, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Middletown, DE
The final approach into Middletown, 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
$11.34 one way
$22.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.42 | $24.84 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.27 | $26.53 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.10 | $30.20 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.18 | $3.28 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.99 | $2.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.4 | 0 | $9.58 | $4.38 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Middletown, DE
Late night in Middletown on Saturday
Local time
5:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
64°F
Milford, DE
34 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
12 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 35m 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 Millsboro, DE to Middletown, DE covers 68.4 miles and takes about 1h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Bay Road, Gravel Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.2 miles from Millsboro, DE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.34 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 68.4 miles you will encounter 10 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 16.9 miles (DE 30 / Cedar Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 22.4 miles: Navigation decision point; at 45.8 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Millsboro, DE to Middletown, DE, road signs begin pointing toward Townsend along the way.
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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