There are 30.41 miles from Ocean City to Lewes in north direction and 33 miles (53.11 kilometers) by car, following the MD 528 N route.
Ocean City and Lewes are 49 minutes far apart, if you drive non-stop .
This is the fastest route from Ocean City, MD to Lewes, DE. The halfway point is Bethany Beach, DE.
Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE are in the same time zone (EDT). Current time in both locations is 3:03 pm.
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Gas Consumption and Emissions
A car with a fuel efficiency of MPG will need 1.33 gallons of gas to cover the route between Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Ocean City to Lewes is $5.13.
During the route, an average car will release 25.99 pounds of CO2 to the atmosphere. The carbon footprint would be 0.79 pounds of CO2 per mile.
- Average USA gas price used for calculation is $3.87 per gallon of regular gas. Price last updated on September 26, 2022.
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Halfway Point Between Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE
If you want to meet halfway between Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE or just make a stop in the middle of your trip, the exact coordinates of the halfway point of this route are 38.574913 and -75.062828, or 38º 34' 29.6868" N, 75º 3' 46.1808" W. This location is 16.52 miles away from Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE and it would take approximately 24 minutes to reach the halfway point from both locations.
Closest City or Town to Halfway Point
The closest town to the halfway point is Bethany Beach, DE, situated 15 miles from Ocean City, MD and 19 miles from Lewes, DE. It would take 25 minutes to go from Ocean City to Bethany Beach and 26 minutes to go from Lewes to Bethany Beach.
Weather in Ocean City and Lewes
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Lowest Price Rental Cars in Ocean City, MD
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Distance conversions
Checkout the distance in miles, kilometers and nautical miles between Ocean City, MD and Lewes, DE in this table:
Straight line distance | 30.41 mi | 48.94 km | 26.43 nautical mi |
Driving distance | 33 mi | 53.16 km | 28.70 nautical mi |
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Am I allowed to travel from Lewes to Ocean City?
Yes, travel within United States is currently allowed.
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What are the travel restrictions in Ocean City?
Domestic travel is not restricted, but some conditions may apply
- Face masks are recommended
- There is a social distancing requirement of 2 metres
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What is the national COVID-19 helpline number in Ocean City?
The national COVID-19 helpline number in Ocean City is 800-232-4636.
Do I have to wear a face mask on public transport in Ocean City?
Wearing a face mask on public transport in Ocean City is recommended.
What should I do if I have COVID-19 symptoms when I arrive in Ocean City?
Make yourself known to an official member of staff and/or call the national coronavirus helpline number on 800-232-4636.
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Questions & Answers
What is the cheapest way to get from Lewes to Ocean City?
The cheapest way to get from Lewes to Ocean City is to drive which costs $9 - $14 and takes 50 min.
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What is the fastest way to get from Lewes to Ocean City?
The quickest way to get from Lewes to Ocean City is to taxi which costs $220 - $270 and takes 50 min.
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How far is it from Lewes to Ocean City?
The distance between Lewes and Ocean City is 49 km. The road distance is 53.2 km.
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How do I travel from Lewes to Ocean City without a car?
The best way to get from Lewes to Ocean City without a car is to taxi which takes 50 min and costs $220 - $270.
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How long does it take to get from Lewes to Ocean City?
It takes approximately 50 min to drive 53.2 km from Lewes to Ocean City.
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Can I drive from Lewes to Ocean City?
Yes, the driving distance between Lewes to Ocean City is 53 km. It takes approximately 50 min to drive from Lewes to Ocean City.
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Where can I stay near Ocean City?
There are 1851+ hotels available in Ocean City. Prices start at $150 AUD per night.
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What companies run services between Lewes, DE, USA and Ocean City, MD, USA?
You can catch a taxi from Lewes to Ocean City with Delaware Beach Taxi or City Cab of Delaware.
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