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Trip from Bowie, MD to North East, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 34m

Distance

73.3 mi

118 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 21 min
4 AM
1h 28m ★
6 AM
1h 35m
8 AM
1h 49m
10 AM
1h 40m
12 PM
1h 39m
3 PM
1h 41m
5 PM
1h 49m
8 PM
1h 31m

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

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Bowie, MD

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North East, MD

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Trip Overview

The drive from Bowie, MD to North East, MD covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 34m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I 97, Express Toll Lanes for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.7 miles on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.15 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.

Midpoint

36.6 miles from Bowie, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway 30.7 mi 35m
I 97 10.4 mi 12m
Express Toll Lanes 8.5 mi 9m
Robert Crain Highway 7.1 mi 11m
Harbor Tunnel Thruway 5.9 mi 8m
North East Crain Highway 3.3 mi 5m
Harbor Tunnel Throughway 2 mi 2m
North East Road 1.5 mi 2m
Longest stretch: John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway — 30.7 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bowie, MD and North East, 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

3.3 mi · 5 min · North East Crain Highway
6

Continue on MD 3; MD 450

7.1 mi · 11 min · Robert Crain Highway
7

Merge onto I 97

10 mi · 12 min · I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Merge onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway

2.0 mi · 2 min · Harbor Tunnel Throughway
9

Continue on I 895

2.2 mi · 3 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Continue on I 895

1.4 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
11

Continue on I 895

3.7 mi · 5 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895

8.5 mi · 9 min · Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

297 ft · 3 sec
14

Merge onto I 95

31 mi · 35 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 30 sec
Exit 100 Toward MD 272: North East, Rising Sun Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Toward MD 272 South: North East Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17

Turn straight onto MD 272

1.5 mi · 2 min · North East Road
Use the left lane.
18

Continue on MD 272

0.4 mi · 46 sec · North Mauldin Avenue
Use the left lane.
19

Continue on MD 272

0.3 mi · 38 sec · North Main Street
20

Turn left onto West Street

391 ft · 24 sec · West Street
21

Turn left onto MD 272

145 ft · 2 sec · South Mauldin Avenue
22

Arrive at destination

MD 272

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 36.6 miles from Bowie, MD, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.7 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 16 miles or 24m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 36.6 miles or 50m 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 20m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North East, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Bowie, MD

This is one driving day of about 73.3 miles and 1h 34m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Bowie, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway for about 30.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Parkville, MD

37 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

Glen Burnie, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Parkville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from Bowie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Pier 1 Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

North East, Maryland

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 73.3

Hours: 12–8 pm

+14102876599

Visit website

Italia's Corner Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Glen Burnie, Maryland

0.5 mi

North East Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

North East, Maryland

0.7 mi

Pier 1 Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 73.3

North East, Maryland

Hours: 12–8 pm

+14102876599

Visit website

Italia's Corner Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 20.9

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14106843817

Visit website

North East Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 73.3

North East, Maryland

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+14106567749

Visit website

G & A RESTAURANT INC

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 41.9

White Marsh, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+14434483218

Visit website

Conrad's Seafood Restaurant - Abingdon

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour Moderately mile 47.1

Abingdon, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14434020482

Visit website

Seoul Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 47.1

Edgewood, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–5:30 pm

+14106719399

Visit website

Farmacy Cafe and Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 36.6

Rosedale, Maryland

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+14106366663

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 20.9

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+14105895166

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 36.6

Nottingham, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 31.4

Rosedale, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 36.6

Nottingham, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 15.7

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 36.6

Nottingham, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 36.6

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14102460669

Visit website

Baltimore Museum of Industry

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14107274808

Visit website

Legends of the Fog

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 57.6

Aberdeen, Maryland

Hours: Closed

Visit website

Creative Alliance

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 31.4

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 12–5 pm

+14102761651

Visit website

Riverside Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+14103967931

Urban Pirates

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14103278378

Visit website

American Visionary Art Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 26.2

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14102441900

Visit website

Patterson Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 31.4

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14102763676

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 11.4 and 70.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
11.4 mi into trip | ~18m in | I 97

Merge onto I 97

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
31.2 mi into trip | ~44m in | I 895 / Express Toll Lanes

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895 / Express Toll Lanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
5
39.8 mi into trip | ~54m in | I 95 / John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway

Merge onto I 95 / John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
70.5 mi into trip | ~1h 29m in

Take the exit toward MD 272: North East, Rising Sun

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 100 Toward MD 272: North East, Rising Sun
8
70.7 mi into trip | ~1h 30m in

Keep slight right at fork toward MD 272 South: North East

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left / slight right lanes. Toward MD 272 South: North East

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.15 one way

$24.30 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 26 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $13.31 $26.62
premium $4.93 $14.22 $28.43
diesel $5.61 $16.18 $32.37

Estimated Tolls: $0.41

Harbor Tunnel Thruway (5.9 mi) $0.41

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Tolls

$0

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 22 0 $7.70 $3.52
Efficient EV 18.3 0 $6.41 $2.93
EV Truck/SUV 29.3 0 $10.26 $4.69

Gas CO2

26 kg

EV CO2

9 kg (65% 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 as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Bowie, MD

Afternoon in Bowie on Saturday

Local time

3:26 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

North East, MD

Afternoon in North East on Saturday

Local time

3:26 PM

EDT

Current temp

70°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

2 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 34m 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.

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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 1h 34m drive with frequent turns across 73.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

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 11.4 miles in near I 97.

Driving Effort 9/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 73.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 11.4 miles (I 97): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (I 895 / Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.8 miles (I 95 / John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

About the Cities

Starting in Bowie, MD

Full guide →

Bowie is a suburban bedroom community of Washington, D.C. in Prince George's County, Maryland.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 73.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Bowie, MD to North East, MD covers 73.3 miles and takes about 1h 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I 97, Express Toll Lanes. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 36.6 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 $12.15 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 73.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: at 11.4 miles (I 97): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 31.2 miles (I 895 / Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.8 miles (I 95 / John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

The route from Bowie, MD to North East, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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