Origin
Bowie, MD
Afternoon in Bowie on Monday
Local time
12:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD
Drive Time
1h 18m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
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6 AM
1h 19m
8 AM
1h 31m
10 AM
1h 23m
12 PM
1h 22m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 30m
8 PM
1h 15m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bowie, MD
Jonathan Borba
Hampstead, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
The drive from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Evergreen Parkway, Collington Road, North East Crain Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.95 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
27.1 miles from Bowie, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 18m drive with frequent turns across 54.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Evergreen Parkway is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD is easy. At 1h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Evergreen Parkway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Collington Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North East Crain Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Robert Crain Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 695 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Baltimore Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 795 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Northwest Expressway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Evergreen Parkway
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowie, MD and Hampstead, MD.
1
Start on the route
108 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn right
259 ft
·
21 sec
3
Turn left onto Evergreen Parkway
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Evergreen Parkway
4
Turn right onto Collington Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Collington Road
5
Turn left onto North East Crain Highway
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
North East Crain Highway
6
Continue on Robert Crain Highway
7.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Robert Crain Highway
7
Merge slight left
8.9 mi
·
10 min
8
Take the exit slight right toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
9
Merge slight right onto Baltimore Beltway
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
10
Take the exit slight right toward I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
11
Continue on Northwest Expressway
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Northwest Expressway
12
Take the exit slight left toward MD 30 North: Hanover
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
MD 30 North: Hanover
13
Continue on Butler Road
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Butler Road
14
Turn left onto Hanover Pike
7.4 mi
·
12 min
·
Hanover Pike
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hanover Pike
59 ft
·
1 sec
·
Hanover Pike
16
Exit the roundabout onto Hanover Pike
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanover Pike
17
Continue on Main Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Main Street
18
Turn left onto Shiloh Avenue
33 ft
·
1 sec
·
Shiloh Avenue
19
Arrive at your destination
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 27.1 miles from Bowie, MD, or about 39m into the drive.
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 54.1 miles or 1h 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 27.1 miles or 39m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hampstead, 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 54.1 miles and 1h 18m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 27.1 mi from Bowie, MD · 39m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 54.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27.1 miles from Bowie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hampstead, MD
The final approach into Hampstead, 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 Hampstead, 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
$8.95 one way
$17.90 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.80 | $19.59 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.48 | $20.97 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.02 | $24.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Hampstead, MD
Afternoon in Hampstead on Monday
Local time
12:01 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°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
17 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 18m 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 Hampstead, MD covers 54.1 miles and takes about 1h 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Evergreen Parkway, Collington Road, North East Crain Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.1 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 $8.95 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 Hampstead, MD is easy. At 1h 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Bowie, MD to Hampstead, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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