Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
56.7 mi
91 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Smyrna, DE
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Millsboro, DE
Matt Barnard
Traveling from Smyrna to Millsboro covers 56.7 miles, typically taking about 1 hour and 19 minutes to complete. This straightforward journey stays entirely within Delaware, moving you through the state's Northeast region. Budget roughly $9 for fuel, making this an affordable trip that easily fits into a single day. Because the duration is relatively short, you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated scheduling. It serves as a practical connection between these two Delaware locales, offering a consistent driving experience for those needing to traverse the state.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 56.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (48%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This trip features a mixed drive profile, balancing fast highway segments with local road transitions. You will navigate via US 113, Bay Road, and the Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, with approximately 48% of the route spent on highways. Be prepared for a long, consistent push, as your longest uninterrupted stretch reaches 27.2 miles on US 113. While the drive is efficient, the shift between highway speeds and local road conditions requires you to stay alert behind the wheel. Expect a varied pace that moves you steadily toward your destination.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
92 ft
Total Descent
99 ft
Highest Point
50 ft
~35.5 mi in
Elevation Range
51 ft
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 56.7 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 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles (DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward DE 1 Toll: Dover, Beaches, Wilmington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork onto US 113; DE 1 Business toward US 113 South, DE 1 Business: Milford, Georgetown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Smyrna, DE to Millsboro, DE, road signs begin pointing toward Georgetown along the way.
Georgetown
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 113 | 27.2 mi | 39m |
| Bay Road | 14.7 mi | 19m |
| Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| South Dupont Boulevard | 1 mi | 1m |
| South Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Main Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Washington Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East South Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna, DE and Millsboro, DE.
Start on East South Street
Turn left onto South Main Street
Merge onto US 13
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
Continue on DE 1
Keep slight right at fork onto US 113; DE 1 Business
Take the exit
Turn left onto DE 24 Bus; DE 30
Continue on DE 24 Bus; DE 30
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Smyrna, DE · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Smyrna, DE, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Millsboro, 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.
Regular Gas
$9.12 one way
$18.24 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.27 | $20.53 |
| premium | $4.95 | $11.06 | $22.12 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $13.35 | $26.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.95 | $2.72 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.96 | $2.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.7 | 0 | $7.94 | $3.63 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Evening in Smyrna on Friday
Local time
5:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
Destination
Evening in Millsboro on Friday
Local time
5:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
41°F
Clear
63°F
Spring Hill, DE
28 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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