Origin
Bowie, MD
Evening in Bowie on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bowie, MD to Bennsville, MD
Drive Time
53m
Distance
34.1 mi
55 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bowie, MD
Jonathan Borba
Bennsville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Bowie to Bennsville, you are looking at a straightforward 34.1-mile drive that typically takes about 53 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, as it does not require an overnight stop. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should keep your vehicle moving comfortably throughout the journey. Because both the origin and destination are located within the Northeast region of Maryland, you can expect a consistent local feel from start to finish. It is a practical, no-nonsense drive that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for complex travel logistics.
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
17.1 miles from Bowie, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The route is entirely composed of highways, providing a consistent flow as you navigate through the area. You will spend a significant portion of your time on Crain Highway and North West Crain Highway, which together account for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.1 miles. As you transition onto Billingsley Road, the character of the drive remains focused on local navigation. Since the entire trip is highway-based, the experience is less about scenic cruising and more about maintaining a steady pace through the turns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Crain Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bowie, MD to Bennsville, MD is easy. At 53m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Evergreen Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MD 197 / Collington Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Evergreen Parkway
Turn left onto Evergreen Parkway
Navigation decision point
3
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 197 / Collington Road
Turn right onto MD 197 / Collington Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 301 / North West Crain Highway
Turn right onto US 301 / North West Crain Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
32 mi into trip
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~48m in
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Billingsley Road
Enter roundabout onto Billingsley Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Crain Highway | 21.1 mi | 31m |
| North West Crain Highway | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Billingsley Road | 4.4 mi | 9m |
| Collington Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Middletown Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Evergreen Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Crain Highway
— 21.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowie, MD and Bennsville, MD.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
8 sec
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this road
2
Turn right
259 ft
·
20 sec
3
Turn left onto Evergreen Parkway
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Evergreen Parkway
4
Turn right onto MD 197
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Collington Road
5
Turn right onto US 301
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
North West Crain Highway
Use the straight lane.
6
Continue on US 301
21 mi
·
31 min
·
Crain Highway
Use the straight lane.
7
Turn sharp right onto Billingsley Road
2.3 mi
·
3 min
·
Billingsley Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto Middletown Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Middletown Road
9
Enter roundabout onto Billingsley Road
24 ft
·
0 sec
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Billingsley Road
10
Continue on Billingsley Road
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Billingsley Road
11
Arrive at destination
Billingsley Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a short trip, you have the flexibility to leave whenever suits your schedule best. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 53-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of this route means you should stay alert, especially when transitioning between the main highways. With a fuel budget of only $6, you should easily be able to complete the journey on a single tank. My best advice is to account for potential local traffic on Crain Highway, as the road's design requires frequent adjustments rather than long, mindless stretches of cruising.
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 17.1 miles from Bowie, MD, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.1 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 34.1 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennsville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bowie, 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 Bowie, MD
This is one driving day of about 34.1 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bowie, 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 Crain Highway for about 21.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.1 mi from Bowie, MD · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.1 miles from Bowie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennsville, MD
The final approach into Bennsville, 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 Bennsville, 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
$5.64 one way
$11.29 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.17 | $12.35 |
| premium | $4.92 | $6.61 | $13.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.58 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.58 | $1.64 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.98 | $1.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.6 | 0 | $4.77 | $2.18 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
Bennsville, MD
Evening in Bennsville on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
23 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
53m 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 Bowie, MD to Bennsville, MD covers 34.1 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Crain Highway, North West Crain Highway, Billingsley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.1 miles from Bowie, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.64 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.
The drive from Bowie, MD to Bennsville, MD is easy. At 53m with 1% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Evergreen Parkway): Navigation decision point; at 0.3 miles (MD 197 / Collington Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Bowie, MD to Bennsville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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