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Trip from Bowie, MD to Marlton, MD

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Drive Time

23m

Distance

14.8 mi

24 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$2

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

7 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 6 min
4 AM
0h 21m ★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m

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

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city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States

Bowie, MD

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Downtown Marlton, MD, MD

Marlton, MD

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Trip Overview

This short 14.8-mile drive from Bowie, MD to Marlton, MD will take you about 23 minutes to complete. It's a straightforward trip, perfect for a single day, and won't require an overnight stay. You'll primarily travel on North West Crain Highway and Crain Highway, with a brief portion on Trumps Hill Road. With a projected fuel cost of only $2, this is a very budget-friendly excursion. The overall feel is a turn-heavy local drive, so expect to navigate several intersections rather than cruise on open highways. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, keeping the travel consistent.

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

7.4 miles from Bowie, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a local driving experience on this route, characterized by frequent turns rather than long, uninterrupted stretches. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be actively navigating intersections for much of the 14.8 miles. While the highway share is 100%, this refers to the fact that it's all on paved roads, not necessarily high-speed divided highways. The longest continuous section you'll encounter is 7.5 miles on North West Crain Highway. The road will likely change character as you move through different local areas, so stay alert.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North West Crain Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Route Complexity 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

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 points

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

4
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

4
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Evergreen Parkway

Turn left onto Evergreen Parkway

Navigation decision point

3
0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | MD 197 / Collington Road

Turn right onto MD 197 / Collington Road

Navigation decision point

4
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 301 / North West Crain Highway

Turn right onto US 301 / North West Crain Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.
4
14.8 mi into trip | ~22m in | North Marlton Avenue

Turn left onto North Marlton Avenue

Navigation decision point

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
North West Crain Highway 7.5 mi 10m
Crain Highway 5.4 mi 7m
Trumps Hill Road 0.8 mi 2m
Collington Road 0.6 mi 1m
Croom Road 0.3 mi <1m
Evergreen Parkway 0.2 mi <1m
North Marlton Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: North West Crain Highway — 7.5 mi, about 10m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bowie, MD and Marlton, 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

0.6 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

5.4 mi · 7 min · Crain Highway
Use the straight lane.
7

Turn left onto MD 382

0.3 mi · 31 sec · Croom Road
8

Turn right onto Trumps Hill Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Trumps Hill Road
9

Turn left onto North Marlton Avenue

422 ft · 18 sec · North Marlton Avenue
10

Arrive at destination

North Marlton Avenue

Trip Plan

Given the short 23-minute duration and minimal 14.8 miles, this route offers a lot of flexibility. You can easily depart whenever it suits you. Since there are no designated stops and the longest stretch is under 8 miles, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks. Keep an eye on local traffic patterns, especially around intersections, as the 'turn-heavy' nature of the drive suggests this could slow you down. The fuel cost is minimal at an estimated $2, so you likely won't need to worry about finding a gas station along the way.

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 7.4 miles from Bowie, MD, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.5 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 14.8 miles or 23m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 7.4 miles or 11m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 18m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marlton, 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 14.8 miles and 23m.

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 North West Crain Highway for about 7.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 7.4 mi from Bowie, MD · 11m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

7 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 14.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 7.4 miles from Bowie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Marlton, MD

The final approach into Marlton, 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 Marlton, MD.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...

28 mi from route ~70 min detour $20
Caution: DC Water Sewer Overflow
Caution: Hiking in Gold Mine Tract
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$2.45 one way

$4.91 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 5 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $2.69 $5.37
premium $4.93 $2.87 $5.74
diesel $5.61 $3.27 $6.54

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$2

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$27–$52

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 5.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

7 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

EVsmart - BGE - Kenhill Center

Bowie, MD

SWTCH

4 DCFC

Upper Marlboro Ford

Upper Marlboro, MD

EV Connect

4 DCFC

Marlboro Crossroads

Upper Marlboro, MD

eVgo Network

4 DCFC

Bowie Town Center (Bowie, MD)

Bowie, MD

Electrify America

3 DCFC

Bowie Town Center

Bowie, MD

eVgo Network

2 DCFC

EVsmart - BGE - Bowie Park and Ride

Bowie, MD

SWTCH

2 DCFC

Heritage Blvd Dash In

Bowie, MD

RED_E

2 DCFC

eVgo Network: 2 SWTCH: 2 Electrify America: 1 RED_E: 1 EV Connect: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 4.4 0 $1.55 $0.71
Efficient EV 3.7 0 $1.30 $0.59
EV Truck/SUV 5.9 0 $2.07 $0.95

Gas CO2

5 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (60% 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 5 days ago

Origin

Bowie, MD

Late night in Bowie on Wednesday

Local time

1:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Marlton, MD

Late night in Marlton on Wednesday

Local time

1:36 AM

EDT

Current temp

86°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

20 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

23m 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 Marlton, MD covers 14.8 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North West Crain Highway, Crain Highway, Trumps Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.4 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 $2.45 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 is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 7 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 Marlton, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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