Clinton, MD Road Trips

With 6 routes heading out and 1 heading in, Clinton, MD works well as a modest departure point in the Northeast. Most drives stay under 40 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Clinton, MD head north, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

census-designated place in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States

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Trip Routes

7

Longest Drive

48.6 mi

Gwynn Oak, MD

Quickest Drive

46m

Bethesda, MD

Plan Around Clinton, MD

Popular Incoming Routes

Useful if Clinton, MD is the arrival point and you want the strongest routes into the city first.

Redland, MD to Clinton, MD 39.1 mi · 1h 1m

Continue From Clinton, MD

Good next legs if this city is only one stop in a longer road trip.

Clinton, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD 48.6 mi · 1h 14m Clinton, MD to Columbia, MD 46.5 mi · 1h Clinton, MD to Baltimore, MD 45.9 mi · 1h 6m Clinton, MD to Catonsville, MD 43.5 mi · 1h 2m

Trips from Clinton, MD

Clinton, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD

48.6 mi 1h 14m

Clinton, MD to Columbia, MD

46.5 mi 1h

Clinton, MD to Baltimore, MD

45.9 mi 1h 6m

Clinton, MD to Catonsville, MD

43.5 mi 1h 2m

Clinton, MD to North Bethesda, MD

35.1 mi 49m

Clinton, MD to Bethesda, MD

22.5 mi 46m

Driving from Clinton, MD

Expect an average of 40 miles and about 59m behind the wheel when leaving Clinton, MD. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 49 miles (1h 14m), while the shortest is just 23 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Clinton, MD include Gwynn Oak, MD (48.6 mi, 1h 14m), Columbia, MD (46.5 mi, 1h), Baltimore, MD (45.9 mi, 1h 6m), Catonsville, MD (43.5 mi, 1h 2m), and North Bethesda, MD (35.1 mi, 49m). 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 40-mile trip from Clinton, MD, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes mostly head north. Summer trips benefit from long daylight hours, while winter departures should start early to maximize visibility. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 6 mapped routes leaving Clinton, MD and 1 routes heading into Clinton, MD, covering 7 total connections. Distances range from 23 to 49 miles.

The longest mapped route from Clinton, MD covers 49 miles and takes approximately 1h 14m. Shorter options start at just 23 miles.

The average route from Clinton, MD runs about 40 miles with a drive time of roughly 59m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 40-mile trip from Clinton, MD costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Clinton, MD include Gwynn Oak, MD, Columbia, MD, Baltimore, MD and Catonsville, MD. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Short Drives from Clinton, MD

Gwynn Oak, MD 48.6 mi Columbia, MD 46.5 mi Baltimore, MD 45.9 mi Catonsville, MD 43.5 mi North Bethesda, MD 35.1 mi Bethesda, MD 22.5 mi

Trips to Clinton, MD

Redland, MD to Clinton, MD

39.1 mi 1h 1m

Nearby Hubs

Other cities within driving distance of Clinton, MD that also have route pages.

Bethesda, MD 22.5 mi · 46m North Bethesda, MD 35.1 mi · 49m Catonsville, MD 43.5 mi · 1h 2m Baltimore, MD 45.9 mi · 1h 6m Columbia, MD 46.5 mi · 1h Gwynn Oak, MD 48.6 mi · 1h 14m