Origin
Catonsville, MD
Evening in Catonsville on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Dundalk, MD
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14 mi
22 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
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 25m
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.
Catonsville, MD
Carly Dernetz
Dundalk, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
If you are looking to get from Catonsville to Dundalk, this 14-mile trip is a quick, straightforward journey that typically takes about 23 minutes. Because of the short distance, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Your travel budget remains very manageable, as you will only need about $2 for fuel to make the trek. You will traverse the Northeast region of Maryland, transitioning between the western suburbs and the eastern industrial corridors. It is an ideal route for commuters or locals needing a direct connection between these two points. Given the short duration, you have total flexibility to hit the road whenever it best fits your schedule.
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
7 miles from Catonsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with local navigation. Roughly 48% of your trip will be spent on highways, specifically utilizing I-95 and the Baltimore Beltway. You will encounter your longest stretch of continuous highway driving during a 6.7-mile segment on I-95, which keeps the pace moving before you eventually transition onto Broening Highway. The road personality shifts from suburban arteries to more industrial-adjacent infrastructure as you approach Dundalk. While it lacks the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind, you should stay alert as the environment changes throughout the 23-minute transit.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.7 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 early in the drive near MD 144 / Frederick Road.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 14 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 (MD 144 / Frederick Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 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.
6
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MD 144 / Frederick Road
Turn left onto MD 144 / Frederick Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~1m in
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I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m 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...
8
3.1 mi into trip
|
~5m 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
6
8.7 mi into trip
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~13m in
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I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Catonsville, MD to Dundalk, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
Washington
2.9 mi in
|
~4m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 6.7 mi | 9m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Broening Highway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Keith Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Frederick Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Dundalk Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Belclare Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 6.7 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Dundalk, MD.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MD 144
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Road
Use the none lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
4
Merge onto I 695
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the none lane.
5
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.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 95
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn left onto Keith Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Keith Avenue
11
Keep slight right at fork onto Keith Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Keith Avenue
12
Turn straight onto Broening Highway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Broening Highway
13
Turn left onto Belclare Road
490 ft
·
20 sec
·
Belclare Road
14
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
15
Continue on Dundalk Avenue
285 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
16
Arrive at destination
1 ft
·
Dundalk Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 14-mile trip, you do not need to worry about planning complex rest stops or meal breaks. I recommend checking live traffic reports before you leave, as the heavy highway usage on I-95 and the Baltimore Beltway can lead to congestion during peak hours. Because the entire drive only requires about $2 in fuel, you have the freedom to depart at your convenience without much logistical overhead. My best advice for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition onto Broening Highway ahead of time to ensure a smooth exit from the larger interstate system. Keep your tank topped off before you start, and you will arrive in Dundalk with time to spare.
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 7 miles from Catonsville, MD, or about 11m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.7 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 14 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dundalk, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Catonsville, 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 Catonsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 14 miles and 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Catonsville, 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 95 for about 6.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Catonsville, MD · 11m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Catonsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dundalk, MD
The final approach into Dundalk, 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 Dundalk, 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
$2.32 one way
$4.63 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.53 | $5.07 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.71 | $5.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
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
Dundalk, MD
Evening in Dundalk on Sunday
Local time
8:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
23m 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 Catonsville, MD to Dundalk, MD covers 14 miles and takes about 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Baltimore Beltway, Broening Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 miles from Catonsville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.32 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 12 significant decision points across 14 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 (MD 144 / Frederick Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Catonsville, MD to Dundalk, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
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