Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
49m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyattsville, MD
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This straightforward 31.8-mile drive from Baltimore to Hyattsville, MD, can be completed in about 49 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 84% of it on major roads, including the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and East-West Highway. Given its short duration and manageable distance, you won't need to split this journey or plan for an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $5 for this trip. This drive stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points within Maryland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
15.9 miles from Baltimore, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Prepare for a drive that leans heavily into highway travel, with 84% of the journey on high-speed roads. You'll experience the longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.9 miles on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, offering a consistent pace. The route incorporates major arteries like Russell Street, East-West Highway, and the aforementioned parkway, providing a predominantly fast-paced experience for most of the 31.8 miles. Expect a smooth, efficient journey for the majority of your time behind the wheel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and East-West Highway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near MD 295 / North Greene Street.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 31.8 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 28.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 29.1 miles (MD 410 / Riverdale Road): Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto MD 295 / North Greene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 410: New Carrollton, Hyattsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto MD 410 / Riverdale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto US 1 / Baltimore Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn left onto 43rd Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 26.9 mi | 36m |
| East-West Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Riverdale Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Fayette Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Greene Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Kennedy Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Baltimore, MD and Hyattsville, MD.
Start on East Fayette Street
Continue on West Fayette Street
Turn left onto MD 295
Continue on MD 295
Turn straight onto MD 295
Take the exit
Turn right onto MD 410
Continue on MD 410
Turn left onto US 1
Turn right onto Longfellow Street
Turn left onto Kennedy Street
At end of road, turn left onto 43rd Avenue
Turn right onto Kennedy Street
Arrive at destination
Since this 49-minute trip is quite short, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving early could help you avoid any potential commuter traffic building up on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway. With a total distance of just over 30 miles and a low fuel cost of approximately $5, you won't need to worry much about frequent stops for gas or extensive breaks. Your longest stretch on the highway is under 27 miles, so you can easily push through to your destination without needing a planned pause.
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.
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 31.8 miles or 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.9 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hyattsville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Baltimore, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Baltimore, MD
This is one driving day of about 31.8 miles and 49m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.9 mi from Baltimore, MD · 23m 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.
A short stop after about 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Hyattsville, 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.
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
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: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Baltimore on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Hyattsville on Wednesday
Local time
6:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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