Origin
Arbutus, MD
Late night in Arbutus on Monday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD
Drive Time
40m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 48m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arbutus, MD
Gianpiero Ferraro
Olney, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Arbutus to Olney, you are looking at a straightforward 26.3-mile journey that typically takes about 40 minutes. Because of the quick duration, this is an ideal one-day excursion that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel will cover your transit between these two Maryland locations. The route keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning from the Arbutus area toward Olney. It is a highly practical drive for those needing a reliable connection between these points without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
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
13.2 miles from Arbutus, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate this 26.3-mile path. You will spend roughly 43% of your time on highways, utilizing I-95, the Patuxent Freeway, and Olney Sandy Spring Road to complete the trek. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 7.7 miles along I-95 before you transition onto secondary roads. This shift creates a distinct change in pace, moving from the faster-moving interstate environment into the more localized flow of the Patuxent Freeway and Olney Sandy Spring Road. It is a functional drive that balances high-speed transit with local road navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sulphur Spring Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
542 ft
148 ft
Total Climb
752 ft
Total Descent
359 ft
Highest Point
542 ft
~31 mi in
Elevation Range
394 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 Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD is easy. At 40m 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 Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sulphur Spring Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Selford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| South Rolling Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 195 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Metropolitan Boulevard | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MD 32 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Patuxent Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Sulphur Spring Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arbutus, MD and Olney, MD.
1
Start on Shelbourne Road
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Shelbourne Road
2
Turn right onto Sulphur Spring Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Sulphur Spring Road
3
Turn right onto Selford Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Selford Road
4
Continue on South Rolling Road
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
South Rolling Road
5
Take the ramp slight right toward I 195 East
400 ft
·
10 sec
·
I 195 East
6
Continue on I 195 East
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
I 195 East
7
Merge slight left onto Metropolitan Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Metropolitan Boulevard
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Washington
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Washington
9
Merge slight left
7.7 mi
·
8 min
10
Take the exit slight right toward MD 32 West: Columbia
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
MD 32 West: Columbia
11
Merge slight left onto Patuxent Freeway
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Patuxent Freeway
12
Take the exit slight right toward Sanner Road, Cedar Lane
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
Sanner Road, Cedar Lane
13
Keep slight left to continue on Sanner Road, Grace Drive
200 ft
·
7 sec
·
Sanner Road, Grace Drive
14
Turn left onto Cedar Lane
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
Cedar Lane
15
Turn right onto Guilford Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Guilford Road
16
Turn left onto Hall Shop Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Hall Shop Road
17
Turn left onto Clarksville Pike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Clarksville Pike
18
Continue on Ashton Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashton Road
19
Continue on Olney Sandy Spring Road
3.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Olney Sandy Spring Road
20
Turn sharp left onto Georgia Avenue
118 ft
·
14 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the entire trip takes less than an hour, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the drive in one go, as no stops are strictly necessary to reach your destination. Keep in mind that while the 7.7-mile stretch on I-95 is the longest segment, the remaining mileage is split across the Patuxent Freeway and Olney Sandy Spring Road. To ensure a smooth experience, check local traffic reports before you leave Arbutus, as highway congestion can influence your travel time on the I-95 portion. By planning for the $4 fuel cost upfront, you can focus on the road ahead without worrying about frequent refueling stops.
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 13.2 miles from Arbutus, MD, or about 20m 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 26.3 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.2 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Olney, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Arbutus, 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 Arbutus, MD
This is one driving day of about 26.3 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Arbutus, 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 13.2 mi from Arbutus, MD · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.2 miles from Arbutus, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Olney, MD
The final approach into Olney, 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 Olney, 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
$4.35 one way
$8.70 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.76 | $9.52 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.84 | $11.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Olney, MD
Late night in Olney on Monday
Local time
4:35 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°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
1 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
40m 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 Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD covers 26.3 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sulphur Spring Road, Selford Road, South Rolling Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 13.2 miles from Arbutus, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.35 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 Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD is easy. At 40m 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 Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Arbutus, MD to Olney, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 148 ft to 542 ft elevation with about 752 ft of total climbing.
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