Origin
Annapolis, MD
Late night in Annapolis on Monday
Local time
4:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD
Drive Time
43m
Distance
32.1 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good 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 40m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annapolis, MD
Jason Gooljar
Adelphi, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are traveling from Annapolis to Adelphi, you are looking at a straightforward 32.1-mile journey that typically takes about 43 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle in under an hour without needing an overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Roscoe Rowe Boulevard, the John Hanson Highway, and the Capital Beltway to complete the trek. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should be sufficient for this transit within Maryland. Since both the origin and destination are located in the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent local environment throughout the drive.
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
16.1 miles from Annapolis, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 18.4 miles along the John Hanson Highway. Because the highway share is 0%, you should expect to navigate more frequent transitions and turns as you move between major thoroughfares. The road’s personality shifts from the local layout of Annapolis into a more complex network of connections as you approach Adelphi. Staying alert is key, as the route requires consistent attention to the path ahead rather than settling into a long-distance cruise.
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.
Church Circle is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
299 ft
0 ft
Total Climb
464 ft
Total Descent
338 ft
Highest Point
299 ft
~30.8 mi in
Elevation Range
299 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Church Circle | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| College Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Bladen Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John Hanson Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 495 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Capital Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Church Circle
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis, MD and Adelphi, MD.
1
Start on School Street
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Church Circle
79 ft
·
2 sec
·
Church Circle
3
Exit the rotary onto College Avenue
344 ft
·
7 sec
·
College Avenue
4
Turn left onto Bladen Street
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Bladen Street
5
Continue on Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
6
Take the ramp straight
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
7
Continue on John Hanson Highway
18 mi
·
22 min
·
John Hanson Highway
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silver Spring
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silver Spring
9
Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
10
Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Capital Beltway
11
Keep slight left to continue on Capital Beltway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Beltway
12
Take the exit slight right toward MD 650 South: Takoma Park
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
MD 650 South: Takoma Park
13
Turn straight onto New Hampshire Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
14
Turn left onto Adelphi Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Adelphi Road
15
Turn right onto Edwards Way
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Edwards Way
16
Turn right onto Riggs Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Riggs Road
17
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 43-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 32.1-mile distance without planning for any formal stops, making it a convenient trip for a busy schedule. Keep in mind that because the route involves significant local navigation, it is wise to check for traffic patterns on the Capital Beltway before you head out. Given the modest $5 fuel estimate, you do not need to worry about extensive refueling logistics. Simply focus on keeping your navigation ready as you transition between the various roads on this turn-heavy route.
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 16.1 miles from Annapolis, MD, or about 21m into the drive.
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 32.1 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.1 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Adelphi, 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 32.1 miles and 43m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.1 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 32.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.1 miles from Annapolis, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Adelphi, MD
The final approach into Adelphi, 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 Adelphi, 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
$5.31 one way
$10.62 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.81 | $11.62 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.13 | $14.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.2 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 | 9.6 | 0 | $3.37 | $1.54 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.81 | $1.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.8 | 0 | $4.49 | $2.05 |
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
Adelphi, MD
Late night in Adelphi on Monday
Local time
4:39 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
43m 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 Adelphi, MD covers 32.1 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Church Circle, College Avenue, Bladen Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.1 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 $5.31 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.
The drive from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD is easy. At 43m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Annapolis, MD to Adelphi, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 0 ft to 299 ft elevation with about 464 ft of total climbing.
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