Baltimore, MD Road Trips

Drivers starting from Baltimore, MD have 19 mapped routes to choose from, making it a small but connected base in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 50 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Routes from Baltimore, MD spread mainly west and east, covering a wide geographic range.

Trip Routes

61

Longest Drive

185.1 mi

Mountain Lake Park, MD

Quickest Drive

14m

Linthicum, MD

Plan Around Baltimore, MD

Trips from Baltimore, MD

Driving from Baltimore, MD

On average, trips departing from Baltimore, MD run 50 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 8m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 149 miles (2h 54m), while the shortest is just 9 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Baltimore, MD include Frostburg, MD (148.6 mi, 2h 54m), Cumberland, MD (138.8 mi, 2h 37m), Delmar, MD (103.2 mi, 2h 28m), California, MD (83.4 mi, 2h 2m), and Easton, MD (63.4 mi, 1h 32m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in MD currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 50-mile trip from Baltimore, MD, budget about $8 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 19 mapped routes leaving Baltimore, MD and 42 routes heading into Baltimore, MD, covering 61 total connections. Distances range from 9 to 149 miles.

The longest mapped route from Baltimore, MD covers 149 miles and takes approximately 2h 54m. Shorter options start at just 9 miles.

The average route from Baltimore, MD runs about 50 miles with a drive time of roughly 1h 8m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 50-mile trip from Baltimore, MD costs roughly $8 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Baltimore, MD include Frostburg, MD, Cumberland, MD, Delmar, MD and California, MD. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

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