How far is Claymont, DE from Newark, DE?
Fastest route
The route from Claymont, Delaware 19703, USA to Newark, Delaware, USA is approximately 30 minutes long and covers a distance of 23.5 miles. The fastest route currently available avoids a road closure on Ogletown Rd.
Directions
- Get on I-495 S:
- Head north on Governor Printz Blvd toward Philadelphia Pike.
- Governor Printz Blvd turns right and becomes Philadelphia Pike.
- Slight right to merge onto I-495 S toward Del Mem Br/Port of Wilm/Baltimore.
- Follow I-495 S and I-95 S to DE-896 N/S College Ave. Exit from I-95 S:
- Continue on I-495 S.
- Merge onto I-95 S.
- Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 5 A-B for Delaware 141 toward Newport/New Castle.
- Exit onto DE-896 N/S College Ave.
- Continue on S College Ave to your destination in Newark:
- Merge onto DE-896 N/S College Ave.
- Continue straight onto S College Ave.
- Use any lane to turn right onto E Delaware Ave.
- Turn left onto Academy St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Make sure to follow the directions and road signs while driving.
- ⚠️ Take note of any changes in road conditions or closures that may affect your route.
- ⏰ Consider checking for traffic updates before you start your journey to anticipate any delays.
- 📍 Keep an eye out for landmarks or specific buildings mentioned in the directions to help you navigate.
- 🚧 If you encounter any road closures or unexpected obstacles, be prepared to find alternative routes.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Claymont and Newark.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Claymont and Newark.
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Start on Governor Printz Boulevard
38 m · 5 sec · Governor Printz Boulevard
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Turn right onto Philadelphia Pike
2589 ft · 1 min · Philadelphia Pike
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 South: Port of Wilmington, Newark, Baltimore, Delaware Memorial Bridge
1236 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
10.3 mi · 12 min · Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
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Merge slight right onto Wilmington Expressway
1.6 mi · 2 min · Wilmington Expressway
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Continue on Delaware Turnpike
3.4 mi · 4 min · Delaware Turnpike
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Take the exit slight right toward DE 273: Christiana, Newark
1280 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on DE 273 West: Newark
957 ft · 27 sec
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Turn right
4.2 mi · 8 min
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Turn right
79 m · 19 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Claymont and Newark.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
10.3 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Claymont and Sunny near Newark.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Claymont to Newark?
The road trip is about 20.7 miles (33.3 km) and usually takes 00h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Newport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.4 miles from Claymont and 10.4 miles from Newark.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.4 miles (28 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.3 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.98 one way or $5.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Claymont and Sunny near Newark.
Stop Ideas Near Newport
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old Town Hall Museum
CHESTER CITY HALL
Newport Town Administration
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Newport.
Wilmington station
Newark
Downingtown
Exton
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Claymont and Newark. Straight-line distance: 17.4 mi (28 km).
#1 Claymont
Census-designated place in Delaware
| Population | 8,253 |
| Coordinates | 39.8006700, -75.4596400 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Newark
City in New Castle County, Delaware, United States
| Population | 33,849 |
| Coordinates | 39.6837200, -75.7496600 |
| Altitude | 38 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-75.749701, 39.68374)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 33 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 20m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 15m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $2.98 | $5.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.36 | $6.71 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $3.62 | $7.23 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $4.37 | $8.73 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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