How far is Smyrna, DE from Townsend, DE?
The driving distance from Smyrna, DE to Townsend, DE is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 8.1 miles (13 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Town in Delaware, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Smyrna and Townsend.
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Start on East South Street
14 m · 5 sec · East South Street
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Turn right onto South Main Street
585 ft · 20 sec · South Main Street
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Turn right onto East Commerce Street
962 ft · 21 sec · East Commerce Street
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Turn left onto North Dupont Boulevard
2717 ft · 1 min · North Dupont Boulevard
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Continue on South Dupont Parkway
3029 ft · 59 sec · South Dupont Parkway
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Continue on South Dupont Highway
1.1 km · 59 sec · South Dupont Highway
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Continue on South Dupont Parkway
4.6 mi · 6 min · South Dupont Parkway
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Take the exit left toward Summit Bridge Road
1.6 mi · 3 min · Summit Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Main Street
2335 ft · 1 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto South Street
27 m · 3 sec · South Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Smyrna and Townsend.
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.
South Dupont Parkway
Continue on South Dupont Parkway
4.58 mi · 00h 06m
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 Smyrna and Sunny near Townsend.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Smyrna to Townsend?
The road trip is about 8.8 miles (14.1 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Clayton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 4.3 miles from Smyrna and 4.3 miles from Townsend.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 8.1 miles (13 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.7 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 8:02 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.27 one way or $2.53 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Smyrna and Sunny near Townsend.
Stop Ideas Near Clayton
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Smyrna and Townsend. Straight-line distance: 8.06 mi (12.97 km).
#1 Smyrna
Town in Delaware
| Population | 12,163 |
| Coordinates | 39.2998300, -75.6046500 |
| Altitude | 10 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Townsend
Town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States
| Population | 2,764 |
| Coordinates | 39.3951100, -75.6916000 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
End: Townsend (-75.6916, 39.39511)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 14 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 10m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 06m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $1.27 | $2.53 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $1.43 | $2.85 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $1.54 | $3.07 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $1.85 | $3.71 |
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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