Trip from Aberdeen, MD to Montgomery Village, MD

Drive Time

1h 41m

Distance

76.6 mi

123 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 34m ★
6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Aberdeen, MD, MD

Aberdeen, MD

Jonathan Borba

Downtown Montgomery Village, MD, MD

Montgomery Village, MD

Altamart

Trip Overview

Spanning 76.6 miles, this trip from Aberdeen to Montgomery Village is a straightforward journey through Maryland that takes roughly 1 hour and 41 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stops. You should budget approximately $13 for fuel to complete the trek. The route transitions through the Northeast region of Maryland, utilizing a combination of the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I-95, and the Intercounty Connector. This drive is best suited for those looking for a practical, efficient transit between these two points rather than a leisurely scenic tour.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

38.3 miles from Aberdeen, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you navigate different road types. While you will spend a portion of your time on major corridors, only 18% of the journey is classified as highway driving. You will encounter a mix of fast-paced stretches and more technical local navigation, creating a varied experience behind the wheel. The longest uninterrupted segment you will face is a 16.1-mile stretch on the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. Be prepared for frequent transitions as the road character shifts from highway speeds to more localized traffic patterns throughout the 76.6-mile trip.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 19.1 miles in near Express Toll Lanes.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 76.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 19.1 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

6
19.1 mi into trip | ~24m in | Express Toll Lanes

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
6
25.6 mi into trip | ~32m in | Express Toll Lanes

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
6
34.7 mi into trip | ~45m in | I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
54.8 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in

Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West
8
71.9 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Take the exit toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 2 Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Aberdeen, MD to Montgomery Village, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Gaithersburg along the way.

Gaithersburg

71.9 mi in | ~1h 30m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway 16.1 mi 18m
Intercounty Connector 15.7 mi 19m
I 95 13.6 mi 15m
Harbor Tunnel Thruway 12 mi 15m
Express Toll Lanes 7.7 mi 9m
Goshen Road 1.9 mi 4m
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel 1.4 mi 2m
West Bel Air Avenue 1.4 mi 2m
Longest stretch: John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway — 16.1 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Aberdeen, MD and Montgomery Village, MD.

1

Start on MD 132

1.4 mi · 2 min · West Bel Air Avenue
2

Turn right onto Beards Hill Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Beards Hill Road
3

Turn left onto MD 22

0.5 mi · 42 sec · Aberdeen Thruway
Use the left lane.
4

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
5

Merge onto I 95

16 mi · 18 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

6.5 mi · 7 min · Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

1.2 mi · 1 min · Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
8

Merge onto I 895

3.8 mi · 5 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the none lane.
9

Continue on I 895

1.4 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
10

Continue on I 895

2.2 mi · 3 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11

Continue on I 895

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895

0.5 mi · 41 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 895

6.0 mi · 7 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 95

14 mi · 15 min · I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Merge onto MD 200 Toll

9.5 mi · 11 min · Intercounty Connector
Use the none lane.
17

Continue on MD 200 Toll

6.2 mi · 7 min · Intercounty Connector
Exit 8A Use the none lane.
18

Continue on I 370

0.5 mi · 41 sec · I 370
19

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Exit 2 Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg Use the slight right lane.
20

Turn right onto MD 355

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Frederick Road
21

Continue on MD 355

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Frederick Avenue
22

Turn right onto South Summit Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · South Summit Avenue
23

Continue on Goshen Road

1.9 mi · 4 min · Goshen Road
Use the none lane.
24

Turn left onto Stewartown Road

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Stewartown Road
25

Arrive at destination

Stewartown Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging. Keep in mind that the route's turn-heavy nature means you should stay alert for frequent road changes, especially when transitioning between the Intercounty Connector and local segments. Because the drive takes under two hours, you can easily complete it without needing formal rest stops, though checking your fuel levels before heading out is a smart way to stick to your $13 estimate. A helpful tip for this specific route is to monitor traffic reports for the Intercounty Connector before you leave, as this segment can be pivotal to maintaining your 1 hour and 41 minute arrival time.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.3 miles from Aberdeen, MD, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 76.6 miles or 1h 41m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 38.3 miles or 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 21m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery Village, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Aberdeen, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Aberdeen, MD

This is one driving day of about 76.6 miles and 1h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Aberdeen, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway for about 16.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 38.3 mi from Aberdeen, MD · 49m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

38 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 76.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Aberdeen, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Montgomery Village, MD

The final approach into Montgomery Village, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Montgomery Village, MD.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.68 one way

$25.35 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $13.87 $27.74
premium $4.92 $14.84 $29.69
diesel $5.64 $17.02 $34.04

Estimated Tolls: $0.84

Harbor Tunnel Thruway (12 mi) $0.84

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Tolls

$1

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23 0 $8.04 $3.68
Efficient EV 19.2 0 $6.70 $3.06
EV Truck/SUV 30.6 0 $10.72 $4.90

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Aberdeen, MD

Evening in Aberdeen on Sunday

Local time

5:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery Village, MD

Evening in Montgomery Village on Sunday

Local time

5:25 PM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 41m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Aberdeen, MD to Montgomery Village, MD covers 76.6 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, Intercounty Connector, I 95. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 38.3 miles from Aberdeen, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $12.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 76.6 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 19.1 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.7 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Aberdeen, MD to Montgomery Village, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Gaithersburg along the way.

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