Trip from Brunswick, MD to Baltimore, MD

Drive Time

1h 20m

Distance

63.5 mi

102 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 19 min

4 AM

1h 14m ★

6 AM

1h 21m

8 AM

1h 33m

10 AM

1h 25m

12 PM

1h 24m

3 PM

1h 26m

5 PM

1h 33m

8 PM

1h 17m

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

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Brunswick, MD

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Trip Overview

If you are planning to head from Brunswick to Baltimore, you are looking at a straightforward 63.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay to manage the distance. With an estimated fuel cost of approximately $11, it remains a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Maryland locations. Because the route is entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent transition from the smaller-town feel of Brunswick into the bustling urban environment of Baltimore. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that gets you where you need to be efficiently.

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

31.7 miles from Brunswick, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 38m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 65% of your travel time will be spent on major roads. Your journey relies heavily on I-70, the Jefferson National Pike, and the Baltimore Beltway to keep things moving. You will settle into a rhythm during the longest stretch of the trip, which covers 38.6 miles on I-70. While the drive starts with local navigation, it quickly shifts into a more constant interstate pace once you hit the main highway arteries. Be prepared for a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and connectivity over winding backroads.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 38.6 miles.

Elevation Profile

Gently rolling terrain

728 ft 17 ft

Total Climb

1,114 ft

Total Descent

1,357 ft

Highest Point

728 ft

~29.1 mi in

Elevation Range

711 ft

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Jefferson National Pike. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.5 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 63.5 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 12.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 52 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

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

12.5 mi into trip | ~17m in

Take the exit toward I 70 East: Baltimore, 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. Exit 10 Toward I 70 East: Baltimore, Washington

51.8 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 91B-A Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Tows...

52 mi into trip | ~1h in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 91A Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie

57.2 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington

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 11A; 11B Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...

57.5 mi into trip | ~1h 8m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 11A Toward I 95 North: Baltimore

Towns Along This Route

Between Brunswick, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Towson and Glen Burnie.

Washington

12.5 mi in | ~17m

Towson

51.8 mi in | ~1h

Glen Burnie

51.8 mi in | ~1h

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 70	38.6 mi	41m
Jefferson National Pike	8 mi	9m
Baltimore Beltway	4.7 mi	6m
Petersville Road	2.7 mi	5m
I 95	2.5 mi	3m
Jefferson Pike	1.6 mi	2m
Russell Street	1 mi	2m
West Baltimore Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 70 — 38.6 mi, about 41m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Brunswick, MD and Baltimore, MD.

Start on Petersville Road

40 ft · 1 sec · Petersville Road

Enter roundabout onto MD 17

49 ft · 0 sec · Petersville Road

Continue on MD 17

0.4 mi · 52 sec · Petersville Road

Enter roundabout onto MD 17

132 ft · 3 sec · Petersville Road

Continue on MD 17

2.3 mi · 4 min · Petersville Road

At end of road, turn right onto MD 180

1.6 mi · 2 min · Jefferson Pike

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Merge onto US 340

8.0 mi · 9 min · Jefferson National Pike

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 10 Toward I 70 East: Baltimore, Washington Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 70

23 mi · 24 min · I 70

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70; US 40

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 70; US 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

9.1 mi · 9 min · I 70

Toward Baltimore Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 16 sec

Exit 91B-A Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 91A Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 695

4.7 mi · 6 min · Baltimore Beltway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Exit 11A; 11B Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 11A Toward I 95 North: Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

2.5 mi · 3 min · I 95

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 52 Toward Russell Street North Use the slight right lane.

Continue on MD 295

1.0 mi · 2 min · Russell Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on MD 295

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Paca Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto West Baltimore Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Baltimore Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left

281 ft · 25 sec

At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street

212 ft · 6 sec · East Fayette Street

Arrive at destination

East Fayette Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 20-minute trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily complete the entire 63.5-mile distance without needing to plan for formal rest stops, though it is always smart to account for potential traffic congestion on the Baltimore Beltway. Try to monitor local traffic reports before you leave Brunswick to avoid the heaviest commute windows. Because the fuel cost is a modest $11, you won't need to stress much about refueling mid-trip. Keep your eyes on the signage for the Baltimore Beltway transition, as this is where the route structure changes most significantly during your approach to the city.

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 31.7 miles from Brunswick, MD, or about 38m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.6 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 63.5 miles or 1h 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 31.7 miles or 38m 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 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Brunswick, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Brunswick, MD

This is one driving day of about 63.5 miles and 1h 20m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Brunswick, 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 I 70 for about 38.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 31.7 mi from Brunswick, MD · 38m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, DC

32 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 63.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.7 miles from Brunswick, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baltimore, MD

The final approach into Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, 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

$10.51 one way

$21.02 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$11.50	$23.00
premium	$4.92	$12.31	$24.61
diesel	$5.64	$14.11	$28.22

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: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19.1	$6.67	$3.05
Efficient EV	15.9	$5.56	$2.54
EV Truck/SUV	25.4	$8.89	$4.06

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Brunswick, MD

Evening in Brunswick on Sunday

Local time

8:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baltimore, MD

Evening in Baltimore on Sunday

Local time

8:08 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Washington, DC

32 mi in

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

21 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 20m 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 Brunswick, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 20m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 70, Jefferson National Pike, Baltimore Beltway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 31.7 miles from Brunswick, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.51 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.

Between Brunswick, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Towson and Glen Burnie.

Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 17 ft to 728 ft elevation with about 1,114 ft of total climbing.

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