How far is Townsend, DE from Dover, DE?
Fastest route
The route from Townsend, Delaware 19734, USA to Dover, Delaware, USA takes approximately 26 minutes and covers a distance of 22.5 miles via DE-1 S. The route includes toll roads and follows a specific set of directions.
Directions
- Head northeast on Main St toward Niles St.
- Turn right onto DE-71 S/Summit Bridge Rd, and continue to follow Summit Bridge Rd.
- Take a slight right onto US-13 S.
- Turn left onto the ramp to Dover/Beaches.
- Follow DE-1 S to Kent County and take exit 98 from DE-1 S (toll road).
- Keep left at the fork to stay on DE-1 S (toll road).
- Take exit 98 for DE-8 toward Downtown Dover/Little Creek (toll road).
- Continue on DE-8 and drive to S State St in Dover.
- Turn right onto DE-8/N Little Creek Rd and continue to follow DE-8.
- Turn left onto Kings Hwy SW.
- Finally, turn left onto S State St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Drive northeast on Main St and turn right onto DE-71 S/Summit Bridge Rd.
- 🛣️ Take a slight right onto US-13 S and then turn left onto the ramp to Dover/Beaches.
- 🚦 Follow DE-1 S and take exit 98 from DE-1 S. Keep left at the fork and continue on DE-1 S (toll road).
- 💰 Take exit 98 for DE-8 toward Downtown Dover/Little Creek (toll road).
- 🗺️ Continue on DE-8 and turn right onto DE-8/N Little Creek Rd.
- 🔄 Follow DE-8 until you can turn left onto Kings Hwy SW.
- 🚗 Finally, turn left onto S State St to reach your destination in Dover.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Townsend and Dover.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Townsend and Dover.
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Start on South Street
119 m · 15 sec · South Street
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2
Turn right onto Lattomus Street
136 m · 21 sec · Lattomus Street
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Turn right onto Commerce Street
144 m · 19 sec · Commerce Street
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4
Turn right onto Main Street
2923 ft · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto Summit Bridge Road
1.5 mi · 2 min · Summit Bridge Road
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Take the ramp straight toward Summit Bridge Road
744 ft · 20 sec · Summit Bridge Road
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Merge slight left onto South Dupont Parkway
4.5 mi · 6 min · South Dupont Parkway
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Turn left onto DE 1 Toll South: Dover, Beaches
1855 ft · 46 sec
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Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
9.5 mi · 11 min · Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 13: North Dover
1.3 km · 2 min
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Keep slight left
52 m · 6 sec
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Turn left onto North Dupont Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · North Dupont Highway
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Take the exit straight
1 km · 1 min
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Turn straight onto North Governors Boulevard
1230 ft · 25 sec · North Governors Boulevard
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Continue on North Governors Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · North Governors Avenue
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Turn left onto West Loockerman Street
736 ft · 25 sec · West Loockerman Street
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Turn left onto Kings Highway
11 m · 2 sec · Kings Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kings Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Townsend and Dover.
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.
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
9.45 mi · 00h 11m
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 Townsend and Sunny near Dover.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Townsend to Dover?
The road trip is about 22.6 miles (36.3 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?
Smyrna is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Townsend and 11.9 miles from Dover.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.6 miles (30 km), while the road route adds roughly 4 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 $3.27 one way or $6.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Townsend and Sunny near Dover.
Stop Ideas Near Smyrna
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Smyrna.
Dover, Delaware
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Townsend and Dover. Straight-line distance: 18.65 mi (30.02 km).
#1 Townsend
Town in New Castle County, Delaware, United States
| Population | 2,764 |
| Coordinates | 39.3951100, -75.6916000 |
| Altitude | 20 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Dover
City in and county seat of Kent County, Delaware, United States, and capital city of Delaware
| Population | 38,199 |
| Coordinates | 39.1581700, -75.5243700 |
| Altitude | 9 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kings Highway (-75.524406, 39.158185)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 36 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $3.96 | $7.93 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $4.78 | $9.57 |
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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