Origin
Bartonsville, MD
Morning in Bartonsville on Friday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bartonsville, MD to Baltimore, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
46.4 mi
75 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bartonsville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This 46.4-mile drive from Bartonsville, MD, to Baltimore, MD, is a straightforward journey that can easily be completed in under an hour. Primarily utilizing I-70, the Baltimore Beltway, and I-95, this route is highway-focused, making it ideal for a single-day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, it's an economical option for traversing the Northeast region. You'll experience a consistent driving pace for most of the trip, with no recommended overnight stops needed. This is a practical and efficient way to get from point A to point B within Maryland.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 46.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 75% of this 46.4-mile route. The majority of your travel will be on interstates, including a significant 32.1-mile stretch on I-70. This means consistent speeds and limited interaction with local traffic for much of the journey. While not a particularly varied drive, the transition between I-70, the Baltimore Beltway, and I-95 is seamless, maintaining a predictable pace. The personality of this road is one of efficient transit rather than scenic exploration.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 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 32.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Baltimore Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 25.6 miles in near I 70.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 46.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
25.6 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Baltimore
8
34.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
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 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Tows...
9
35 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
8
40.2 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...
8
40.4 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bartonsville, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Towson, Glen Burnie, Washington and Russell Street North.
Towson
34.8 mi in
|
~38m
Glen Burnie
34.8 mi in
|
~38m
Washington
40.2 mi in
|
~46m
Russell Street North
43.8 mi in
|
~52m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 32.1 mi | 34m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| I 95 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Old National Pike | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Bartonsville Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bartonsville, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on Hines Road
99 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hines Road
2
Turn left onto Bartonsville Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Bartonsville Road
3
Turn right onto MD 144
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Old National Pike
Use the right lane.
4
Continue on Old National Pike
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
Old National Pike
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East
6
Merge onto I 70; US 40
17 mi
·
17 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 70
Toward Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 695
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
Use the slight right lane.
16
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
19
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
20
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
21
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.2 mi from Bartonsville, MD · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 23.2 miles from Bartonsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Baltimore, 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
$7.69 one way
$15.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.43 | $16.85 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.00 | $18.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.24 | $20.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
| Efficient EV | 11.6 | 0 | $4.06 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.50 | $2.97 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Baltimore, MD
Morning in Baltimore on Friday
Local time
7:45 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
59m 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 Bartonsville, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 46.4 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Baltimore Beltway, I 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.2 miles from Bartonsville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.69 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 15 decision points packed into just 46.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.6 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 35 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bartonsville, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Towson, Glen Burnie, Washington and Russell Street North.
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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