Trip from Bethesda, MD to Delmar, MD

Drive Time

2h 43m

Distance

117.4 mi

189 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

2h 32m ★

6 AM

2h 43m

8 AM

3h 5m

10 AM

2h 51m

12 PM

2h 49m

3 PM

2h 52m

5 PM

3h 3m

8 PM

2h 37m

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

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Delmar, MD

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Bethesda to Delmar, expect a straightforward journey covering 117.4 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 2 hours and 43 minutes, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $19 for fuel to cover the distance across Maryland. Since the entire route stays within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent travel environment from start to finish. This trip is manageable enough that you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay, giving you the flexibility to head back whenever you are ready.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

58.7 miles from Bethesda, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will utilize major thoroughfares like the John Hanson Highway, Sussex Highway, and Blue Star Memorial Highway, only about 7% of your total mileage is spent on high-speed highways. You should be prepared for a more engaged driving experience as you navigate the local sections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 21.6-mile run along the Blue Star Memorial Highway, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere on the route.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Blue Star Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.6 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 0.1 miles in near Arlington Road.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 117.4 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 (Arlington Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (Jones Bridge Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Arlington Road

Turn left onto Arlington Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | Jones Bridge Road

Turn right onto Jones Bridge Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

2.8 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the ramp toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring

17.5 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward US 50 East: Annapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19A Toward US 50 East: Annapolis

58.8 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in | US 50

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

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

Use the none lane. Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Bethesda, MD to Delmar, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

Rehoboth

58.8 mi in | ~1h 20m | via US 50

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway	21.6 mi	30m
Sussex Highway	18.9 mi	25m
John Hanson Highway	18.7 mi	21m
Capital Beltway	14.4 mi	18m
Shore Highway	13.5 mi	18m
Seashore Highway	7.5 mi	9m
US 50	6.9 mi	9m
Queen Anne Highway	6.2 mi	8m

Longest stretch: Blue Star Memorial Highway — 21.6 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bethesda, MD and Delmar, MD.

Start on this road

44 ft · 5 sec · this road

Turn right onto Bethesda Avenue

510 ft · 24 sec · Bethesda Avenue

Turn left onto Arlington Road

0.3 mi · 55 sec · Arlington Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Edgemoor Lane

0.3 mi · 51 sec · Edgemoor Lane

Turn left onto MD 355

0.7 mi · 1 min · Wisconsin Avenue

Continue on MD 355

0.1 mi · 19 sec · Rockville Pike

Turn right onto Jones Bridge Road

1.1 mi · 2 min · Jones Bridge Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto MD 185

0.3 mi · 39 sec · Connecticut Avenue

Use the left / slight left lanes.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 495

14 mi · 18 min · Capital Beltway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min

Exit 19A Toward US 50 East: Annapolis Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 50

19 mi · 21 min · John Hanson Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2

22 mi · 30 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50

6.9 mi · 9 min · US 50

Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth Use the none lane.

Turn left onto MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on Shore Highway

5.3 mi · 7 min · Shore Highway

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto MD 404 Business

1.4 mi · 2 min · MD 404 Business

Turn slight right onto MD 404 Business

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Franklin Street

Turn right onto South 5th Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · South 5th Avenue

Turn left onto Legion Road

282 ft · 7 sec · Legion Road

Turn right onto MD 313; MD 404

8.1 mi · 11 min · Shore Highway

Continue on DE 404

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway

At end of road, turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Market Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto US 13

19 mi · 25 min · Sussex Highway

Turn right onto MD 54; DE 54

1.1 mi · 2 min · East State Street

Arrive at destination

MD 54; DE 54

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 117.4-mile trip, plan for at least one stop to break up the drive. Given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, you will want to stay alert behind the wheel throughout the 2 hour and 43 minute duration. Aim to leave Bethesda early to avoid peak local traffic, which can make those technical local stretches feel more taxing. Since your fuel budget is modest at $19, filling up before you depart will help you avoid searching for stations during the middle of the drive. Keep in mind that since this is a single-day route, you have the advantage of carrying minimal luggage, allowing for a quicker departure.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 58.7 miles from Bethesda, MD, or about 1h 20m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 80 miles or 1h 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.7 miles or 1h 20m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 13m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Bethesda, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Bethesda, MD

This is one driving day of about 117.4 miles and 2h 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bethesda, MD.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 21.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.7 mi from Bethesda, MD · 1h 20m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

59 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.7 miles from Bethesda, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Delmar, MD

The final approach into Delmar, 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 Delmar, 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

$19.43 one way

$38.85 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$21.26	$42.51
premium	$4.92	$22.75	$45.50
diesel	$5.64	$26.08	$52.16

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 41.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	35.2	$12.33	$5.64
Efficient EV	29.4	$10.27	$4.70
EV Truck/SUV	47	$16.44	$7.51

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 12 hours ago

Origin

Bethesda, MD

Evening in Bethesda on Sunday

Local time

7:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

89°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Delmar, MD

Evening in Delmar on Sunday

Local time

7:45 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°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

4 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

2h 43m 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 Bethesda, MD to Delmar, MD covers 117.4 miles and takes about 2h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, Sussex Highway, John Hanson Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 58.7 miles from Bethesda, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.43 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

On the drive from Bethesda, MD to Delmar, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

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Trip from Bethesda, MD to Delmar, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Delmar, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Bethesda, MD

Delmar, MD

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

2h 43m on the road

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