Origin
Bennsville, MD
Evening in Bennsville on Wednesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bennsville, MD to Wheaton, MD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
44.5 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bennsville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Wheaton, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Bennsville, MD to Wheaton, MD covers 44.5 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Capital Beltway, Indian Head Highway, Allentown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.5 miles on Capital Beltway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.38 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
22.2 miles from Bennsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 44.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Capital Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 19.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 20.9 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.5 miles you will encounter 9 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 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
20.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Coll...
5
21.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
|
I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
37.3 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
8
40.6 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward MD 193: Wheaton, Langley Park
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 29
Toward MD 193: Wheaton, Langley Park
9
40.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 193 West: University Boulevard, Wheaton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward MD 193 West: University Boulevard, Wheat...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bennsville, MD and Wheaton, MD, road signs point toward College Park, Silver Spring and Langley Park.
College Park
20.9 mi in
|
~33m
Silver Spring
37.3 mi in
|
~55m
|
via I 495
Langley Park
40.6 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 19.5 mi | 25m |
| Indian Head Highway | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Allentown Road | 5.6 mi | 9m |
| Bensville Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| University Boulevard West | 3.1 mi | 7m |
| Berry Road | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Palmer Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Tucker Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 19.5 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bennsville, MD and Wheaton, MD.
1
Start on Billingsley Road
175 ft
·
10 sec
·
Billingsley Road
2
Turn right onto MD 229
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Bensville Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto MD 228
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Road
4
Continue on MD 210
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Indian Head Highway
5
Turn right onto Palmer Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Palmer Road
6
Continue on Tucker Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Tucker Road
7
Continue on Allentown Road
5.6 mi
·
9 min
·
Allentown Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
9
Merge onto I 95; I 495
16 mi
·
21 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 29
Toward MD 193: Wheaton, Langley Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork
267 ft
·
9 sec
Toward MD 193 West: University Boulevard, Wheaton
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto MD 193
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard East
Use the right lane.
14
Continue on MD 193
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
University Boulevard West
15
Turn left onto MD 586
162 ft
·
16 sec
·
Veirs Mill Road
16
Arrive at destination
MD 586
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 22.2 miles from Bennsville, MD, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.5 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 10 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.2 miles or 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Wheaton, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bennsville, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bennsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 44.5 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 10 miles from Bennsville, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Capital Beltway for about 19.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Bennsville, MD · 35m 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 22.2 miles from Bennsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Wheaton, MD
The final approach into Wheaton, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.38 one way
$14.76 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.08 | $16.16 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.63 | $17.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.83 | $19.65 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 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 | 13.4 | 0 | $4.67 | $2.14 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
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
Wheaton, MD
Evening in Wheaton on Wednesday
Local time
6:54 PM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Isolated Rain Showers
SW 13 to 18 mph
20% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:18AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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
28 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 8m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bennsville, MD to Wheaton, MD covers 44.5 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Capital Beltway, Indian Head Highway, Allentown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.2 miles from Bennsville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.38 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.5 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 20.9 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.2 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 37.3 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Bennsville, MD and Wheaton, MD, road signs point toward College Park, Silver Spring and Langley Park.
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