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Trip from Baltimore, MD to Jefferson, MD

Data updated 5 hours ago

Drive Time

1h 9m

Distance

56.4 mi

91 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

13 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 4m ★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 6m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

The drive from Baltimore, MD to Jefferson, MD covers 56.4 miles and takes about 1h 9m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 70, Jefferson National Pike, Baltimore Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.6 miles on I 70. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.35 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

28.2 miles from Baltimore, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 36m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 1h 9m highway drive covering 56.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 70 and Jefferson National Pike. The longest continuous stretch is about 38.6 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 23 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 38.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Jefferson National Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MD 2 / Saint Paul Street.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 56.4 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: at 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | MD 2 / Saint Paul Street

Turn left onto MD 2 / Saint Paul Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.
8
10.4 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic

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 16A-B Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
8
10.6 mi into trip | ~17m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Frederick

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 16A Toward I 70 West: Frederick
8
50.1 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 70 Exit 5A

Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 5A toward US 340 West, US 15 South: Charles Town, Leesburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 52 Toward US 340 West, US 15 South: Charles Town,...
8
50.4 mi into trip | ~1h 1m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 15 South, US 340 West: Charles Town, Leesburg

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left lane. Toward US 15 South, US 340 West: Charles Town,...

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Baltimore, MD and Jefferson, MD, road signs point toward Local Traffic and Leesburg.

Local Traffic

10.4 mi in | ~16m

Leesburg

50.1 mi in | ~1h | via I 70 Exit 5A

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 38.6 mi 41m
Jefferson National Pike 5.4 mi 6m
Baltimore Beltway 4.6 mi 6m
I 95 2.9 mi 3m
Cal Ripken Way 0.7 mi 1m
Light Street 0.4 mi 1m
I 70 Exit 5A 0.3 mi <1m
East Conway Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 38.6 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Baltimore, MD and Jefferson, MD.

1

Start on East Fayette Street

487 ft · 23 sec · East Fayette Street
2

Turn left onto MD 2

312 ft · 10 sec · Saint Paul Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3

Continue on MD 2

0.4 mi · 1 min · Light Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4

Turn right onto East Conway Street

0.3 mi · 52 sec · East Conway Street
Use the right lane.
5

Turn left onto I 395

0.7 mi · 1 min · Cal Ripken Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.7 mi · 1 min
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7

Merge onto I 95

2.9 mi · 3 min · I 95
8

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 49B Toward I 695 West: Towson Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto I 695

4.6 mi · 6 min · Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Exit 16A-B Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 16A Toward I 70 West: Frederick Use the slight left lane.
12

Merge onto I 70

14 mi · 15 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 70; US 40

12 mi · 12 min · I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Continue on I 70; US 40

13 mi · 13 min · I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 5A

0.3 mi · 26 sec · I 70 Exit 5A
Exit 52 Toward US 340 West, US 15 South: Charles Town, Leesburg Use the right lane.
16

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 35 sec
Toward US 15 South, US 340 West: Charles Town, Leesburg Use the slight left lane.
17

Merge onto US 15; US 340

3.9 mi · 4 min · Jefferson National Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Keep slight right at fork onto US 340

1.5 mi · 1 min · Jefferson National Pike
Toward US 340 West: Charles Town
19

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Toward Lander Road, Jefferson Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Turn slight right

184 ft · 4 sec
Toward Jefferson
21

Turn slight right onto Lander Road

442 ft · 12 sec · Lander Road
22

Turn uturn

449 ft · 34 sec
23

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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 28.2 miles from Baltimore, MD, or about 36m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 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 56.4 miles or 1h 9m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 28.2 miles or 36m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 58m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Jefferson, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, MD

This is one driving day of about 56.4 miles and 1h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Baltimore, 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 70 for about 38.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 28.2 mi from Baltimore, MD · 36m into the drive

town in Broome County, New York, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Vestal, NY

28 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

Rockville, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 56.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 28.2 miles from Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Jefferson, MD

The final approach into Jefferson, 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 Jefferson, MD.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Monocacy National Battlefield

Monocacy National Battlefield

National Battlefield

During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 48.7
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour $20 near mile 56.4
View on nps.gov
Antietam National Battlefield

Antietam National Battlefield

National Battlefield

23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into...

13 mi from route ~33 min detour $20 near mile 56.4
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

15 mi from route ~37 min detour Free near mile 56.4
View on nps.gov
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour $20 near mile 35
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.35 one way

$18.70 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 20 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $10.24 $20.48
premium $4.93 $10.94 $21.88
diesel $5.61 $12.45 $24.90

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

13 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Wawa - Tesla Supercharger

Rosedale, MD

Tesla

8 DCFC

EVsmart - BGE - St Frances Academy

Baltimore, MD

SWTCH

6 DCFC

EVsmart - BGE - Northeast Market

Baltimore, MD

SWTCH

4 DCFC

Alameda Marketplace

Baltimore, MD

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

EVsmart - BGE - Barclay Street Lot

Baltimore, MD

SWTCH

4 DCFC

EVsmart - BGE - Pennsylvania Ave

Baltimore, MD

SWTCH

4 DCFC

Royal Farms - Pulaski Hwy Baltimore - RFS 169

Baltimore, MD

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Best Western Hotel and Conference Center

Baltimore, MD

Blink Network

2 DCFC

Non-Networked: 5 SWTCH: 4 Blink Network: 2 Tesla: 1 eVgo Network: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.9 0 $5.92 $2.71
Efficient EV 14.1 0 $4.94 $2.26
EV Truck/SUV 22.6 0 $7.90 $3.61

Gas CO2

20 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (65% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 2 days ago

Origin

Baltimore, MD

Late night in Baltimore on Wednesday

Local time

1:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Jefferson, MD

Late night in Jefferson on Wednesday

Local time

1:31 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°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

1h 9m 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 Baltimore, MD to Jefferson, MD covers 56.4 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Jefferson National Pike, Baltimore Beltway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.2 miles from Baltimore, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.35 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 56.4 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: at 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 10.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Baltimore, MD and Jefferson, MD, road signs point toward Local Traffic and Leesburg.

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