Origin
Arlington, MD
Morning in Arlington on Friday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Arlington, MD to Frederick, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
44 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Arlington, MD
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Frederick, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Arlington, MD to Frederick, MD covers 44 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, I 70 Extension, West Forest Park Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 26.8 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.29 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 44 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 57m highway drive covering 44 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and I 70 Extension. The longest continuous stretch is about 26.8 miles on I 70.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and I 70 Extension. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Eldorado Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 44 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Eldorado Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.3 miles (I 70 Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Eldorado Avenue
Turn sharp left onto Eldorado Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
4.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 70 Extension
Merge onto I 70 Extension
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
42.7 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
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 54
Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
9
42.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Frederick, East Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Downtown Frederick, East Street
5
43.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
East Street
Enter roundabout onto East Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 26.8 mi | 28m |
| I 70 Extension | 11.6 mi | 13m |
| West Forest Park Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Hillsdale Road | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Eldorado Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Hayward Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Carroll Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 26.8 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington, MD and Frederick, MD.
1
Start on Cuthbert Avenue
419 ft
·
16 sec
·
Cuthbert Avenue
2
Turn right onto Hayward Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hayward Avenue
3
Turn sharp left onto Eldorado Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Eldorado Avenue
4
Turn right onto Oakford Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Oakford Avenue
5
Continue on Hillsdale Road
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Hillsdale Road
6
Turn slight right onto West Forest Park Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Forest Park Avenue
7
Continue on Ingleside Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Ingleside Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 70 West
9
Merge onto I 70 Extension
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 70 Extension
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 70; US 40
11 mi
·
11 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 54
Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork
419 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Downtown Frederick, East Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto MD 85
426 ft
·
9 sec
·
Buckeystown Pike
16
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Street
17
Enter roundabout onto East Street
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Street
18
Continue on East Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Street
19
Turn left onto MD 144
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East South Street
20
Turn right onto South Carroll Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Carroll Street
21
Turn left onto MD 144
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Patrick Street
22
Arrive at destination
MD 144
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22 mi from Arlington, MD · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Arlington, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frederick, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Frederick, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.29 one way
$14.59 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.99 | $15.98 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.53 | $17.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.71 | $19.43 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.62 | $2.11 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.85 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.16 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Frederick, MD
Morning in Frederick on Friday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Columbia, MD
22 mi in
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
4 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
57m 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 Arlington, MD to Frederick, MD covers 44 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, I 70 Extension, West Forest Park Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22 miles from Arlington, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.29 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 short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 44 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (Eldorado Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 4.3 miles (I 70 Extension): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Arlington, MD to Frederick, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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