The drive from Salisbury, MD to Havre de Grace, MD covers 118.2 miles and takes about 2h 39m 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, Sussex Highway, Pulaski Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 34 miles on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $19.60 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.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
59.1 miles from Salisbury, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 39m. Total distance: 118.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 2h 39m drive with frequent turns across 118.2 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 23 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 34 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 early in the drive near West Vine Street.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 118.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip|~0m in|West Vine Street
Turn left onto West Vine Street
Navigation decision point
5
55.1 mi into trip|~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward Wilmington, Delaware Memorial Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Wilmington, Delaware Memorial Bridge
8
91.5 mi into trip|~1h 56m in
Take the exit toward DE 72: Delaware City, Newark
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 152
Toward DE 72: Delaware City, Newark
8
91.7 mi into trip|~1h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward DE 72 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward DE 72 North
5
91.8 mi into trip|~1h 57m in|DE 72 / Wrangle Hill Road
Merge onto DE 72 / Wrangle Hill Road
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Salisbury, MD and Havre de Grace, MD, road signs point toward Wilmington and Newark.
Wilmington
55.1 mi in|~1h 14m
Newark
91.5 mi in|~1h 56m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
34 mi
39m
Sussex Highway
26.7 mi
36m
Pulaski Highway
21.8 mi
33m
South Dupont Highway
21.1 mi
25m
South Salisbury Boulevard
4 mi
7m
Wrangle Hill Road
3.7 mi
6m
North Salisbury Boulevard
3.1 mi
3m
Puncheon Run Connector
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
— 34 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Salisbury, MD and Havre de Grace, MD.
1
Start on this road
76 ft·11 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto West Vine Street
0.1 mi·28 sec·West Vine Street
3
Turn left onto US 13 BUS
4.0 mi·7 min·South Salisbury Boulevard
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 13
3.1 mi·3 min·North Salisbury Boulevard
5
Continue on US 13
27 mi·36 min·Sussex Highway
6
Continue on US 13
21 mi·25 min·South Dupont Highway
7
Take the exit
0.1 mi·8 sec
Toward Wilmington, Delaware Memorial Bridge
8
Continue on Puncheon Run Connector
2.4 mi·3 min·Puncheon Run Connector
9
Merge onto DE 1 Toll
2.3 mi·2 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll
28 mi·31 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
4.0 mi·4 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 152Toward DE 72: Delaware City, NewarkUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
347 ft·10 sec
Toward DE 72 NorthUse the left lane.
14
Merge onto DE 72
3.7 mi·6 min·Wrangle Hill Road
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto US 40
3.7 mi·5 min·Pulaski Highway
Use the left lane.
16
Continue on US 40
8.3 mi·13 min·Pulaski Highway
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on US 40
9.8 mi·13 min·Pulaski Highway
18
Take the exit
298 ft·11 sec
19
Turn left onto Ontario Street
164 ft·7 sec·Ontario Street
20
Turn right onto Legion Drive
491 ft·22 sec·Legion Drive
21
Turn left onto MD 7
0.4 mi·1 min·Otsego Street
22
Continue on MD 7
0.2 mi·44 sec·North Union Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
MD 7
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 59.1 miles from Salisbury, MD, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 34 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 26 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.1 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Havre de Grace, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Salisbury, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Salisbury, MD
This is one driving day of about 118.2 miles and 2h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Salisbury, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway for about 34 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.1 mi from Salisbury, MD
· 1h 19m into the drive
The midpoint is around 59.1 miles from Salisbury, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Havre de Grace, MD
The final approach into Havre de Grace, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Havre de Grace, MD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Assateague Island National Seashore
National Seashore
Want to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime for...
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was a deeply spiritual woman who lived her ideals and dedicated her life to freedom. She is the Underground Railroad’s best known conductor and before the Civil War repeatedly risked he...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$19.60 one way
$39.19 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg41 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$21.46
$42.92
premium
$4.93
$22.92
$45.85
diesel
$5.61
$26.10
$52.19
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 41.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.5
0
$12.41
$5.67
Efficient EV
29.6
0
$10.34
$4.73
EV Truck/SUV
47.3
0
$16.55
$7.56
Gas CO2
41 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (66% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Salisbury, MD
Morning
in Salisbury on Friday
Local time
10:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Havre de Grace, MD
Morning
in Havre de Grace on Friday
Local time
10:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
27 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
2h 39m 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 Salisbury, MD to Havre de Grace, MD covers 118.2 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, Sussex Highway, Pulaski Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.1 miles from Salisbury, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.60 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 118.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 55.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 91.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Salisbury, MD and Havre de Grace, MD, road signs point toward Wilmington and Newark.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Assateague Island National Seashore and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
