Origin
Bowie, MD
Evening in Bowie on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bowie, MD to Cambridge, MD
Drive Time
1h 38m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 31m
★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 44m
12 PM
1h 42m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bowie, MD
Jonathan Borba
Cambridge, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick getaway from Bowie to Cambridge, you are looking at a straightforward 69.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 38 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $11 on fuel for the one-way trek, making it a budget-friendly option for a weekend outing. You will spend the entire trip within Maryland, transitioning through the state's familiar landscape as you head toward the Eastern Shore. Because the drive is relatively short and manageable, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule.
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
34.5 miles from Bowie, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, balancing high-speed transit with typical regional roadways. You will spend about 50% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing US 50, the Blue Star Memorial Highway, and the John Hanson Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 33.6-mile segment on US 50, which provides the most consistent pace of the trip. As you transition between these major arteries, the character of the road shifts, requiring you to remain attentive to changing speed limits and traffic patterns. It is a practical, functional route that gets you from the outskirts of the capital region to your destination efficiently.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 50 is the longest continuous segment at about 33.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (US 301): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 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
7
1.5 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 301
Take the exit onto US 301 toward US 50, US 301: Annapolis, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 50, US 301: Annapolis, Washington
6
1.6 mi into trip
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~3m in
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US 301
Keep slight right at fork onto US 301 toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis
5
2.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
|
US 50; US 301 / John Hanson Highway
Merge onto US 50; US 301 / John Hanson Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
34.6 mi into trip
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~48m 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 Bowie, MD to Cambridge, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.
Rehoboth
34.6 mi in
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~48m
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via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 33.6 mi | 48m |
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 21.6 mi | 30m |
| John Hanson Highway | 10.8 mi | 12m |
| Collington Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| US 301 | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Cedar Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| North East Crain Highway | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Evergreen Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 33.6 mi, about 48m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowie, MD and Cambridge, MD.
1
Start on this road
110 ft
·
8 sec
·
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
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Collington Road
5
Turn left onto US 301
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
North East Crain Highway
6
Take the exit onto US 301
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
US 301
Toward US 50, US 301: Annapolis, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 301
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 301
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis
8
Merge onto US 50; US 301
11 mi
·
12 min
·
John Hanson Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
34 mi
·
48 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
Use the none lane.
11
Turn right onto East Cedar Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Cedar Street
12
Turn left onto Race Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Race Street
13
Arrive at destination
MD 341
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of being able to leave whenever it best suits your plans without needing to schedule complex stopovers. Aim to time your departure to avoid peak traffic hours, as US 50 can become quite busy depending on the day of the week. With no mandatory stops required for a trip of this duration, you can easily complete the 69.1-mile distance in one go. Keep your $11 fuel budget in mind, but remember to factor in a little extra for local driving once you arrive in Cambridge. To ensure a smooth journey, check traffic reports for the US 50 corridor before you pull out of your driveway to avoid any unexpected delays.
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 34.5 miles from Bowie, MD, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.6 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 69.1 miles or 1h 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.5 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Cambridge, 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 69.1 miles and 1h 38m.
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 US 50 for about 33.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.5 mi from Bowie, MD · 47m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 69.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Bowie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cambridge, MD
The final approach into Cambridge, 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 Cambridge, 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
$11.43 one way
$22.87 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $12.51 | $25.02 |
| premium | $4.92 | $13.39 | $26.78 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $15.35 | $30.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Cambridge, MD
Evening in Cambridge on Sunday
Local time
6:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
1 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 38m 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 Cambridge, MD covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 50, Blue Star Memorial Highway, John Hanson Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.5 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 $11.43 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; at 1.5 miles (US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (US 301): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Bowie, MD to Cambridge, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.
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