Origin
Brandywine, MD
Late night in Brandywine on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brandywine, MD to Rockville, MD
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
1h 2m
Distance
44.9 mi
72 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
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6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brandywine, MD
Jonathan Borba
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This 44.9-mile drive from Brandywine, MD to Rockville, MD takes approximately 1 hour and 2 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, so you won't need to worry about overnight stays. You'll primarily use the Capital Beltway and I-270, with a portion on Branch Avenue. The estimated fuel cost is around $7, making it an economical option. This route stays within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Maryland. Its turn-heavy local drive profile suggests a need for attention as you navigate.
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
22.5 miles from Brandywine, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' on this 44.9-mile journey. While 12% of the route is highway, the majority involves more frequent turns and local road navigation. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 27.9 miles on the Capital Beltway, offering a chance for more consistent speed before you transition to more complex local roads. This drive is characterized by its mix of highway and more involved local segments, requiring you to stay engaged with navigation.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Capital Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 27.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 10.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 44.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.8 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.1 mi into trip
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~14m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
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 I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Coll...
8
28.8 mi into trip
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~39m in
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I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
8
38.3 mi into trip
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~51m in
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I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 North: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward I 270 North: Frederick
7
41.9 mi into trip
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~56m in
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I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 270 North
9
43.8 mi into trip
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~59m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 189 North: Falls Road, Rockville, Town Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 189 North: Falls Road, Rockville, Tow...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Brandywine, MD and Rockville, MD, road signs point toward College Park and Silver Spring.
College Park
10.1 mi in
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~14m
Silver Spring
28.8 mi in
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~39m
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via I 495
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 27.9 mi | 36m |
| Branch Avenue | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| I 270 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| Brandywine Road | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Great Falls Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Falls Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 27.9 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brandywine, MD and Rockville, MD.
1
Start on MD 381
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Brandywine Road
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
3
Merge onto MD 5
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Branch Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 95; I 495
18 mi
·
24 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
9.5 mi
·
12 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
3.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 270
Exit 35
Toward I 270 North: Frederick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
Exit 5
Toward MD 189: Falls Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward MD 189 North: Falls Road, Rockville, Town Center
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto MD 189
432 ft
·
20 sec
·
Falls Road
12
Turn left onto Great Falls Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Falls Road
13
Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Montgomery Avenue
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
14
Turn right onto South Washington Street
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Arrive at destination
South Washington Street
Trip Plan
Given the 1 hour and 2 minute duration, this trip is easily manageable in one day. To avoid potential traffic, consider departing Brandywine, MD outside of peak commuting hours. With a fuel cost of approximately $7, you should have plenty of range, but it's always wise to top off before you leave. The 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means keeping an eye on your GPS and being prepared for frequent adjustments, especially as you approach Rockville. This route is short enough to allow for flexibility in your departure and arrival times.
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 22.5 miles from Brandywine, MD, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27.9 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 44.9 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.5 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Brandywine, 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 Brandywine, MD
This is one driving day of about 44.9 miles and 1h 2m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brandywine, 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 Capital Beltway for about 27.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.5 mi from Brandywine, MD · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.5 miles from Brandywine, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rockville, MD
The final approach into Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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
$7.44 one way
$14.89 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.15 | $16.31 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.71 | $17.42 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.91 | $19.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.71 | $2.16 |
| Efficient EV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.93 | $1.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18 | 0 | $6.29 | $2.87 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Rockville, MD
Late night in Rockville on Wednesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 2m 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 Brandywine, MD to Rockville, MD covers 44.9 miles and takes about 1h 2m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Capital Beltway, Branch Avenue, I 270. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.5 miles from Brandywine, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.44 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 demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 44.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 28.8 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 38.3 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Brandywine, MD and Rockville, MD, road signs point toward College Park and Silver Spring.
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