Origin
Baltimore, MD
Evening in Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
8:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Baltimore, MD to Severna Park, MD
Drive Time
31m
Distance
20.6 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 29m
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6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 37m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 33m
3 PM
0h 34m
5 PM
0h 37m
8 PM
0h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Severna Park, MD
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Baltimore to Severna Park is a quick, 20.6-mile journey that typically takes about 31 minutes. Since the entire trip is located within Maryland, you will stay firmly within the Northeast region for the duration of your drive. Given the short distance, this is an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay, making it a convenient option for a flexible schedule. You can expect to spend about $3 on fuel, keeping the travel budget minimal for this transit. Navigating through this area is straightforward, relying on a combination of the Arundel Expressway, Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and the Baltimore Beltway. Whether you are heading out for work or a quick visit, this route provides a practical connection between the two hubs.
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
10.3 miles from Baltimore, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between major thoroughfares and local connectors. With a 52% highway share, the route balances fast-paced stretches with more standard driving conditions. You will spend your longest uninterrupted time on the road during the 6.6-mile segment along the Arundel Expressway. The character of the drive shifts as you move from the beltway environment toward the suburban landscape of Severna Park. You won’t face any forced stops, allowing you to maintain a consistent pace throughout the 31-minute commute.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Arundel Expressway is the longest continuous segment at about 6.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. 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 MD 295 / North Greene Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 20.6 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 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 295 / North Greene Street
Turn left onto MD 295 / North Greene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
6.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the exit toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie
5
6.4 mi into trip
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~10m in
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I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
9.6 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
7
16.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
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MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Arundel Expressway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Ritchie Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Fayette Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Greene Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Arundel Expressway
— 6.6 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baltimore, MD and Severna Park, MD.
1
Start on East Fayette Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Fayette Street
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on West Fayette Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Fayette Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto MD 295
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Greene Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn straight onto MD 295
4.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 695
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MD 10
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto MD 2
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ritchie Highway
12
Continue on MD 2
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the straight / none lanes.
13
Turn right onto West McKinsey Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
West McKinsey Road
14
Turn left onto MD 648
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
15
Arrive at destination
MD 648
Trip Plan
Because this is a short, 20.6-mile drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You should monitor traffic patterns on the Baltimore Beltway, as highway congestion can easily influence your total travel time. Since the trip is quite brief, you won't need to plan for formal rest stops or major refueling breaks. Keep your $3 fuel budget in mind, but remember that idling in heavy traffic can impact your actual consumption. A concrete tip for this route is to check real-time traffic reports for the Arundel Expressway before you leave, as this is your longest stretch and a key indicator of how smoothly your trip will proceed.
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 10.3 miles from Baltimore, MD, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.6 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 20.6 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 10.3 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Severna Park, 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 20.6 miles and 31m.
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 Arundel Expressway for about 6.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 10.3 mi from Baltimore, MD · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
10 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 20.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 10.3 miles from Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Severna Park, MD
The final approach into Severna Park, 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 Severna Park, 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
$3.41 one way
$6.82 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $3.73 | $7.46 |
| premium | $4.92 | $3.99 | $7.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.58 | $9.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
| Efficient EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.80 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Severna Park, MD
Evening in Severna Park on Sunday
Local time
8:04 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
2 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
31m 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 Severna Park, MD covers 20.6 miles and takes about 31m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Arundel Expressway, Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Baltimore Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 10.3 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 $3.41 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 9 significant decision points across 20.6 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 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Baltimore, MD to Severna Park, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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