Trip from Seaford, DE to Milton, DE

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

39m

Distance

22.6 mi

36 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 10 min

4 AM

0h 36m ★

6 AM

0h 39m

8 AM

0h 46m

10 AM

0h 42m

12 PM

0h 41m

3 PM

0h 42m

5 PM

0h 45m

8 PM

0h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This short 22.6-mile drive from Seaford to Milton, Delaware, takes about 39 minutes and is perfect for a quick local excursion. With a minimal fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical option. As both locations are within the Northeast region and the state of Delaware, you won't be crossing state lines or major regional divides. This route is best suited as a single-day trip, offering a straightforward journey without the need for an overnight stay. It's a simple, direct path connecting two points within the state.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 22.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

39m 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.

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 39-minute trip. With zero highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on local roads like Old Furnace Road, Shingle Point Road, and Middleford Road. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 7.7 miles on Old Furnace Road, offering a brief period of uninterrupted driving before the turns resume. This route's character is defined by its frequent changes in direction, characteristic of a drive through a more developed or rural local network rather than an open highway.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Old Furnace Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.7 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 High Street.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 39m drive. You will face about 7 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 3 miles (Old Furnace Road): Navigation decision point; at 14.3 miles (US 9; DE 404 / East Market Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 7 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | High Street

Turn right onto High Street

Navigation decision point

3 mi into trip | ~5m in | Old Furnace Road

Turn right onto Old Furnace Road

Navigation decision point

14.3 mi into trip | ~24m in | US 9; DE 404 / East Market Street

Enter roundabout onto US 9; DE 404 / East Market Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

19.4 mi into trip | ~33m in | DE 30 / Gravel Hill Road

At end of road, turn left onto DE 30 / Gravel Hill Road

Navigation decision point

22.5 mi into trip | ~39m in | Front Street

Turn left onto Front Street

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Old Furnace Road	7.7 mi	11m
Shingle Point Road	4.4 mi	6m
Middleford Road	2.8 mi	5m
County Seat Highway	2.8 mi	4m
Lewes Georgetown Highway	1.7 mi	2m
East Market Street	1.2 mi	3m
Chestnut Street	0.9 mi	2m
West Market Street	0.8 mi	2m

Longest stretch: Old Furnace Road — 7.7 mi, about 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Seaford, DE and Milton, DE.

Start on South Pine Street

49 ft · 8 sec · South Pine Street

Turn right onto High Street

0.2 mi · 40 sec · High Street

Continue on Middleford Road

2.8 mi · 5 min · Middleford Road

Turn right onto Old Furnace Road

2.6 mi · 4 min · Old Furnace Road

Continue on Old Furnace Road

5.1 mi · 7 min · Old Furnace Road

Turn left onto US 9

2.8 mi · 4 min · County Seat Highway

Continue on US 9

0.8 mi · 2 min · West Market Street

Enter roundabout onto US 9; DE 404

336 ft · 12 sec · East Market Street

Continue on US 9; DE 404

1.2 mi · 2 min · East Market Street

Continue on US 9; DE 404

1.7 mi · 2 min · Lewes Georgetown Highway

Turn left onto Shingle Point Road

2.2 mi · 3 min · Shingle Point Road

At end of road, turn left onto DE 30

52 ft · 0 sec · Gravel Hill Road

Turn slight right onto Shingle Point Road

2.2 mi · 3 min · Shingle Point Road

Continue on Chestnut Street

0.9 mi · 2 min · Chestnut Street

Turn left onto Front Street

210 ft · 7 sec · Front Street

Arrive at destination

Front Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.75 one way

$7.49 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 8 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$4.10	$8.21
premium	$4.93	$4.38	$8.77
diesel	$5.61	$4.99	$9.98

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	6.8	$2.37	$1.08
Efficient EV	5.7	$1.98	$0.90
EV Truck/SUV	9	$3.16	$1.45

Gas CO2

8 kg

EV CO2

3 kg (63% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Seaford, DE

Evening in Seaford on Thursday

Local time

8:05 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Milton, DE

Evening in Milton on Thursday

Local time

8:05 PM

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

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 Seaford, DE to Milton, DE covers 22.6 miles and takes about 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Old Furnace Road, Shingle Point Road, Middleford Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from Seaford, DE. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.75 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 39m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The route from Seaford, DE to Milton, DE does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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