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 Dundalk, MD
Drive Time
45m
Distance
32.8 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 42m
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6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annapolis, MD
Jason Gooljar
Dundalk, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
Connecting Annapolis to Dundalk is a straightforward 32.8-mile journey that typically takes about 45 minutes to complete. Because this is a short, efficient trip, it serves perfectly as a one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should be plenty to cover the distance, making this an economical commute within Maryland. You will navigate primarily via I-97, the Harbor Tunnel Thruway, and Broening Highway. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, you can expect a familiar, consistent driving environment throughout the entire trip.
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
16.4 miles from Annapolis, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive that transitions from interstate travel into more localized roadway segments. With roughly 55% of your trip spent on highways, you will experience a balance between sustained speed and urban navigation. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-97, spanning 17.9 miles, which provides the primary flow for the first half of your journey. As you transition toward the Harbor Tunnel Thruway and Broening Highway, the character of the road changes, requiring more focused attention than the open highway. The combination of these road types makes for a functional, predictable experience behind the wheel.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 32.8 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 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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
7
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 21
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
7
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
6
11.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
I 97
Keep slight left at fork onto I 97
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
29.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 97 | 17.9 mi | 20m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 2.9 mi | 4m |
| Broening Highway | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 2 mi | 2m |
| John Hanson Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Holabird Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 97
— 17.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis, MD and Dundalk, 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
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
John Hanson Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 21
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Use the none lane.
10
Continue on I 97
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 97
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 97
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 97
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
13
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
15
Continue on I 895
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 10
Toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on Holabird Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Holabird Avenue
18
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
19
Turn straight onto Broening Highway
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Broening Highway
20
Turn left onto Belclare Road
490 ft
·
20 sec
·
Belclare Road
21
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
22
Continue on Dundalk Avenue
285 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
23
Arrive at destination
1 ft
·
Dundalk Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 45-minute duration, you have significant flexibility regarding when you choose to depart. Since there are no required stops along the 32.8-mile path, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep in mind that your route relies on major thoroughfares like the Harbor Tunnel Thruway, so it is wise to monitor traffic conditions before heading out to avoid potential congestion. Ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave, as your $5 gas estimate assumes a direct trip. Use the shorter, non-highway sections to adjust your pace as you approach your final destination in Dundalk.
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 16.4 miles from Annapolis, MD, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.9 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 32.8 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.4 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dundalk, 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 32.8 miles and 45m.
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 I 97 for about 17.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.4 mi from Annapolis, MD · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 32.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.4 miles from Annapolis, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dundalk, MD
The final approach into Dundalk, 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 Dundalk, 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
$5.43 one way
$10.85 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.94 | $11.88 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.36 | $12.71 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.29 | $14.57 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.20
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(2.9 mi)
$0.20
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
$5
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Dundalk, MD
Evening in Dundalk on Sunday
Local time
7:59 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
19 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
45m 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 Dundalk, MD covers 32.8 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 97, Harbor Tunnel Thruway, Broening Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.4 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 $5.43 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 32.8 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 4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Annapolis, MD to Dundalk, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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