Origin
Cabin John, MD
Afternoon in Cabin John on Friday
Local time
12:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cabin John, MD to Redland, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
24m
Distance
14.6 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 26m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cabin John, MD
Shane Kell
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Trip Overview
This quick 14.6-mile drive from Cabin John, MD to Redland, MD takes about 24 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-270 and its spur, with a portion on Shady Grove Road. Given its short length, you won't need to worry about splitting this journey or finding overnight accommodations. The estimated fuel cost is a budget-friendly $2, reflecting the minimal mileage. This route offers a straightforward commute within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Maryland without significant detours or complex navigation.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 24m. Total distance: 14.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
24m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive, with 52% of your journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.6 miles on I-270, offering a chance for consistent speed. As you transition between I-270 and Shady Grove Road, you'll notice the change in pace from interstate travel to more local road conditions. This route isn't about winding scenic byways; it's about efficient travel between two points in the suburban Maryland landscape.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 270 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in near I 270 Spur.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 14.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (I 270 Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 270 Spur
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 Spur toward I 270: Rockville, Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 38
Toward I 270: Rockville, Frederick
7
6 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
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
8
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
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 8
Toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
6
10.7 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Shady Grove Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Shady Grove Road
9
10.9 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cabin John, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Frederick, Shady Grove Road East and Gaithersburg.
Frederick
2.9 mi in
|
~5m
|
via I 270 Spur
Shady Grove Road East
10.9 mi in
|
~16m
Gaithersburg
10.9 mi in
|
~16m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Shady Grove Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| I 270 Spur | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Seven Locks Road | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Capital Beltway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| River Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Tomlinson Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 4.6 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cabin John, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on 77th Street
243 ft
·
13 sec
·
77th Street
2
Turn left onto Tomlinson Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Tomlinson Avenue
3
Turn right onto Seven Locks Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Seven Locks Road
4
Turn sharp right onto MD 190
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
River Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Use the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 495
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital Beltway
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 Spur
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 270 Spur
Exit 38
Toward I 270: Rockville, Frederick
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 8
Toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Shady Grove Road
11
Keep slight right at fork
442 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto Shady Grove Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shady Grove Road
13
Turn right onto MD 115
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Muncaster Mill Road
14
Turn right onto Redland Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
Redland Road
15
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.42 one way
$4.84 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.65 | $5.30 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.83 | $5.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.22 | $6.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.4 | 0 | $1.53 | $0.70 |
| Efficient EV | 3.7 | 0 | $1.28 | $0.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
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.
Destination
Redland, MD
Afternoon in Redland on Friday
Local time
12:19 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
24m 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 Cabin John, MD to Redland, MD covers 14.6 miles and takes about 24m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 270, Shady Grove Road, I 270 Spur. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.3 miles from Cabin John, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.42 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 14.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 24m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles (I 270 Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Cabin John, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Frederick, Shady Grove Road East and Gaithersburg.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield.
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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