Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
31m
Distance
19.8 mi
32 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Fair
3 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seaford, DE
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Millsboro, DE
Matt Barnard
If you are planning to travel between Seaford and Millsboro, DE, you are looking at a quick 19.8-mile trip that typically takes around 31 minutes to complete. This short journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of just $3, this drive is an incredibly economical way to navigate between these two Delaware locations. Both the origin and destination sit within the Northeast region, making for a consistent regional experience throughout your time on the road. Because the trip is so brief, it offers great flexibility, allowing you to easily fit the drive into a larger itinerary or complete it as a standalone errand.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 31m. Total distance: 19.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
31m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will spend zero percent of your time on highways, relying instead on a mix of local routes including Hardscrabble Road, Concord Road, and Dupont Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 9.5-mile segment on Hardscrabble Road, which dictates much of the route’s flow. Because the path is composed entirely of local roads, the drive feels intimate and requires your full attention as you navigate the turns. It is a straightforward, practical transit that moves you efficiently through the landscape without the high-speed intensity of major expressways.
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 High Street.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 31m 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 (High Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (US 13; DE 20 / Sussex Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 1.6 miles (DE 20 / Concord Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto High Street
Navigation decision point
Merge onto US 13; DE 20 / Sussex Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining
Turn sharp left onto DE 20 / Concord Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
Turn left onto Sheep Pen Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto DE 24 Bus; DE 30 / Washington Street
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Hardscrabble Road | 9.5 mi | 14m |
| Concord Road | 6.4 mi | 9m |
| Dupont Boulevard | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Middleford Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Sussex Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| High Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Seaford, DE and Millsboro, DE.
Start on South Pine Street
Turn right onto High Street
Continue on Middleford Road
Turn straight
Merge onto US 13; DE 20
Turn sharp left onto DE 20
Continue on DE 20
Turn left onto Sheep Pen Road
Take the ramp onto US 113
Take the exit
Turn left onto DE 24 Bus; DE 30
Continue on DE 24 Bus; DE 30
Arrive at destination
Regular Gas
$3.28 one way
$6.57 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.60 | $7.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Late night in Seaford on Saturday
Local time
2:04 AM
EDT
Current temp
40°F
Clear
Destination
Late night in Millsboro on Saturday
Local time
2:04 AM
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.
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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