Origin
California, MD
Morning in California on Friday
Local time
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from California, MD to Hanover, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 30m
Distance
80 mi
129 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 24m
★
6 AM
1h 31m
8 AM
1h 45m
10 AM
1h 36m
12 PM
1h 34m
3 PM
1h 36m
5 PM
1h 44m
8 PM
1h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
California, MD
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Hanover, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from California, MD to Hanover, MD covers 80 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Three Notch Road, Leonardtown Road, Mattawoman Beantown Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.26 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
40 miles from California, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 80 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 30m drive with frequent turns across 80 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Three Notch Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from California, MD to Hanover, MD is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from California, MD to Hanover, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Three Notch Road | — | — |
| Leonardtown Road | — | — |
| Mattawoman Beantown Road | — | — |
| Crain Highway | — | — |
| Branch Avenue | — | — |
| I 95 North | — | — |
| Capital Beltway | — | — |
| MD 295 North | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Three Notch Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between California, MD and Hanover, MD.
1
Start on Shady Mile Drive
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Shady Mile Drive
2
Turn right onto Three Notch Road
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Three Notch Road
3
Continue on Leonardtown Road
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Leonardtown Road
4
Turn right onto Mattawoman Beantown Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Mattawoman Beantown Road
5
Merge slight left onto Crain Highway
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Crain Highway
6
Keep slight left to continue on Branch Avenue
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Branch Avenue
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
8
Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Capital Beltway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MD 295 North: BWI Marshall Airport, Baltimore North, Baltimore-Washington Parkway
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
MD 295 North: BWI Marshall Airport, Baltimore North, Baltimore-Washington Parkway
10
Keep slight left to continue on MD 295 North: Baltimore, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
MD 295 North: Baltimore, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
11
Merge slight left onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
15 mi
·
20 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward MD 100 West: Ellicott City
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
MD 100 West: Ellicott City
13
Merge slight left onto Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
14
Take the exit slight right toward Coca-Cola Drive
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
Coca-Cola Drive
15
Turn right onto Coca Cola Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Coca Cola Drive
16
Continue on Hi Tech Drive
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Hi Tech Drive
17
Continue on Hi Tech Drive
167 ft
·
8 sec
·
Hi Tech Drive
18
Turn left onto Hanover Road
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Hanover Road
19
Turn sharp right
69 ft
·
5 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
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 40 miles from California, MD, or about 45m into the drive.
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 18 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40 miles or 45m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hanover, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving California, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from California, MD
This is one driving day of about 80 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from California, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40 mi from California, MD · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
40 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40 miles from California, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hanover, MD
The final approach into Hanover, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.26 one way
$26.53 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
28 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.53 | $29.05 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.51 | $31.03 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $17.66 | $35.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24 | 0 | $8.40 | $3.84 |
| Efficient EV | 20 | 0 | $7.00 | $3.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32 | 0 | $11.20 | $5.12 |
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Hanover, MD
Morning in Hanover on Friday
Local time
6:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 30m 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 California, MD to Hanover, MD covers 80 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Three Notch Road, Leonardtown Road, Mattawoman Beantown Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40 miles from California, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.26 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.
The drive from California, MD to Hanover, MD is easy. At 1h 30m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from California, MD to Hanover, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from California, MD to Hanover, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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