Origin
Annapolis, MD
Evening in Annapolis on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annapolis, MD to Bryans Road, MD
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annapolis, MD
Jason Gooljar
Bryans Road, MD
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
Traveling from Annapolis to Bryans Road covers 51.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 10 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is a relatively short distance that doesn't require an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $9 on fuel for the journey. The route connects two points within Maryland’s Northeast region, offering a straightforward path between the state capital and your destination. Because the drive is short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around local traffic patterns. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you where you need to be without a massive time commitment.
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
25.8 miles from Annapolis, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise. While you will spend 18.7 miles on the John Hanson Highway, the route relies on a mix of roads including the Capital Beltway and the Indian Head Highway to navigate toward Bryans Road. With a highway share of 0%, you should be prepared for frequent transitions and varying road conditions. The drive requires your attention as you move off major thoroughfares and onto more localized paths. This combination keeps the pace varied, forcing you to stay alert as the environment shifts from high-speed corridors to more technical stretches.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John Hanson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 18.7 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 early in the drive near MD 450 / College Avenue.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 51.5 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: near the start (MD 450 / College Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MD 450 / College Avenue
Enter roundabout onto MD 450 / College Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
20.9 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
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 7A
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
8
36.3 mi into trip
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~48m in
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I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
8
36.9 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
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 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
6
37 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Continue toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Annapolis, MD to Bryans Road, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
Forest Heights
36.9 mi in
|
~49m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Hanson Highway | 18.7 mi | 22m |
| Capital Beltway | 14.5 mi | 19m |
| Indian Head Highway | 14.4 mi | 20m |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Bladen Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| College Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
John Hanson Highway
— 18.7 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis, MD and Bryans Road, MD.
1
Start on School Street
137 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
2
Enter roundabout onto MD 450
77 ft
·
1 sec
·
College Avenue
3
Continue on MD 450
343 ft
·
7 sec
·
College Avenue
4
Turn left onto MD 70
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bladen Street
5
Continue on MD 70
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
19 mi
·
22 min
·
John Hanson Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 7A
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 95; I 495
15 mi
·
19 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
411 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
this road
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
447 ft
·
15 sec
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
14
Turn left onto MD 210
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Indian Head Highway
Use the none lane.
15
Continue on MD 210
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Indian Head Highway
16
Turn left onto MD 227
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
Livingston Road
17
Arrive at destination
MD 227
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 1 hour and 10 minute journey, there is no need to plan for formal stops along the way. Your biggest challenge will be managing the turn-heavy nature of the route, so keep a close eye on your GPS to navigate the transitions between the John Hanson Highway and the Indian Head Highway successfully. Aim to leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the Capital Beltway, which can significantly impact your travel time. Because the fuel cost is a modest $9, you can easily fill up before you depart Annapolis and arrive in Bryans Road with plenty of range to spare. Use the short duration to your advantage by keeping a flexible schedule for your arrival.
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 25.8 miles from Annapolis, MD, or about 34m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.7 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 51.5 miles or 1h 10m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 25.8 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bryans Road, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Annapolis, 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 Annapolis, MD
This is one driving day of about 51.5 miles and 1h 10m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Annapolis, 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 Hanson Highway for about 18.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.8 mi from Annapolis, MD · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 51.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.8 miles from Annapolis, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bryans Road, MD
The final approach into Bryans Road, 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 Bryans Road, 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
$8.52 one way
$17.04 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.32 | $18.65 |
| premium | $4.92 | $9.98 | $19.96 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.44 | $22.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Bryans Road, MD
Evening in Bryans Road on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 10m 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 Annapolis, MD to Bryans Road, MD covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John Hanson Highway, Capital Beltway, Indian Head Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.8 miles from Annapolis, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.52 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 10 significant decision points across 51.5 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: near the start (MD 450 / College Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 20.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 36.3 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Annapolis, MD to Bryans Road, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
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