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Trip from Camp Springs, MD to Salisbury, MD

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Drive Time

2h 42m

Distance

116.4 mi

187 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

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station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min
4 AM
2h 32m ★
6 AM
2h 43m
8 AM
3h 4m
10 AM
2h 50m
12 PM
2h 48m
3 PM
2h 51m
5 PM
3h 3m
8 PM
2h 36m

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

Downtown Camp Springs, MD, MD

Camp Springs, MD

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Downtown Salisbury, MD, MD

Salisbury, MD

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Trip Overview

This 116.4-mile drive from Camp Springs, MD, to Salisbury, MD, is a manageable one-day trip that will take approximately 2 hours and 42 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $19, it's an economical option for exploring within Maryland. The route primarily utilizes the Blue Star Memorial Highway, Sussex Highway, and John Hanson Highway, offering a blend of driving experiences. Given its relatively short duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day, allowing you to reach your destination without needing to break up the journey overnight. The drive is characterized by frequent turns, making it more of a local exploration than a high-speed transit.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

58.2 miles from Camp Springs, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 116.4-mile journey. While about 7% of the route involves highway driving, much of this trip will feel like navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 21.6 miles on the Blue Star Memorial Highway. This suggests a driving experience that requires attention to navigation due to numerous turns and changes in road type, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You'll likely experience a varied landscape as you transition between different road classifications.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Blue Star Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.6 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 early in the drive near Allentown Road.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 116.4 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: near the start (Allentown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | Allentown Road

Turn left onto Allentown Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left lanes.
5
2.3 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the ramp toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Coll...
5
2.5 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway

Merge onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
10.9 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward US 50 East: Annapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 19A Toward US 50 East: Annapolis
6
51.6 mi into trip | ~1h 10m in | US 50

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Camp Springs, MD to Salisbury, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

Rehoboth

51.6 mi in | ~1h 10m | via US 50

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway 21.6 mi 30m
Sussex Highway 18.9 mi 25m
John Hanson Highway 18.6 mi 21m
Shore Highway 13.5 mi 18m
Capital Beltway 8.4 mi 11m
Seashore Highway 7.5 mi 9m
North Salisbury Boulevard 7.1 mi 11m
US 50 6.9 mi 9m
Longest stretch: Blue Star Memorial Highway — 21.6 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Camp Springs, MD and Salisbury, MD.

1

Start on this road

36 ft · 7 sec · this road
2

Turn left

22 ft · 4 sec
3

Turn left onto Allentown Road

2.3 mi · 4 min · Allentown Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
5

Merge onto I 95; I 495

8.4 mi · 11 min · Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 19A Toward US 50 East: Annapolis Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto US 50

19 mi · 21 min · John Hanson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2

22 mi · 30 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50

6.9 mi · 9 min · US 50
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
10

Turn left onto MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway
Use the left lane.
11

Continue on Shore Highway

5.3 mi · 7 min · Shore Highway
Use the left lane.
12

Take the exit onto MD 404 Business

1.4 mi · 2 min · MD 404 Business
13

Turn slight right onto MD 404 Business

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Franklin Street
14

Turn right onto South 5th Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · South 5th Avenue
15

Turn left onto Legion Road

282 ft · 7 sec · Legion Road
16

Turn right onto MD 313; MD 404

8.1 mi · 11 min · Shore Highway
17

Continue on DE 404

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway
18

At end of road, turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Market Street
19

At end of road, turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street
20

Turn right onto US 13

19 mi · 25 min · Sussex Highway
21

Continue on US 13

3.8 mi · 5 min · North Salisbury Boulevard
22

Continue on US 13 BUS

3.3 mi · 6 min · North Salisbury Boulevard
23

Turn right onto West Vine Street

241 ft · 7 sec · West Vine Street
24

Continue on West Vine Street

525 ft · 17 sec · West Vine Street
25

Turn right

76 ft · 5 sec
26

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a 1-day trip of just over 2.5 hours, you have considerable flexibility in your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you plenty of time to explore Salisbury upon arrival. With only one recommended stop, you can easily manage your time. Keep an eye out for the various turns indicated by the 'turn-heavy' profile of this route; paying attention to your GPS will be key. The estimated fuel cost of $19 for 116.4 miles makes it a budget-friendly excursion, so you won't need to worry excessively about frequent refueling stops.

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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 58.2 miles from Camp Springs, MD, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 80 miles or 1h 50m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 58.2 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 11m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Camp Springs, 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 Camp Springs, MD

This is one driving day of about 116.4 miles and 2h 42m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Camp Springs, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 21.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 58.2 mi from Camp Springs, MD · 1h 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

58 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 58.2 miles from Camp Springs, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Salisbury, MD

The final approach into Salisbury, 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 Salisbury, 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

$19.30 one way

$38.60 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 41 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $21.14 $42.27
premium $4.93 $22.57 $45.15
diesel $5.61 $25.70 $51.40

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 40.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 34.9 0 $12.22 $5.59
Efficient EV 29.1 0 $10.19 $4.66
EV Truck/SUV 46.6 0 $16.30 $7.45

Gas CO2

41 kg

EV CO2

14 kg (66% 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 2 days ago

Origin

Camp Springs, MD

Morning in Camp Springs on Wednesday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

87°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Salisbury, MD

Morning in Salisbury on Wednesday

Local time

6:19 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

23 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

2h 42m 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 Camp Springs, MD to Salisbury, MD covers 116.4 miles and takes about 2h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, Sussex Highway, John Hanson Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 58.2 miles from Camp Springs, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.30 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 116.4 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: near the start (Allentown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.5 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Camp Springs, MD to Salisbury, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

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