Origin
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Thursday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
39.6 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Catonsville, MD
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Forestville, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD covers 39.6 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Frederick Road, Bloomsbury Avenue, South Rolling Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.57 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 39.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 53m drive with frequent turns across 39.6 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Frederick 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.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD is easy. At 53m 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 Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Road | — | — |
| Bloomsbury Avenue | — | — |
| South Rolling Road | — | — |
| I 195 East | — | — |
| I 95 South | — | — |
| MD 4 North | — | — |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | — | — |
| Marlboro Pike | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Frederick Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Forestville, MD.
1
Start on the route
36 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Frederick Road
154 ft
·
9 sec
·
Frederick Road
3
Turn right onto Bloomsbury Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomsbury Avenue
4
At the end of the road, turn left onto South Rolling Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rolling Road
5
Continue on South Rolling Road
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Rolling Road
6
Turn left onto I 195 East
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
I 195 East
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 South: Washington
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 South: Washington
8
Merge slight left
35 mi
·
43 min
9
Take the exit slight right toward MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington
10
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
525 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
11
Take the exit slight right toward Marlboro Pike
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Marlboro Pike
12
Turn straight onto Forestville Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Forestville Road
13
Turn left onto Marlboro Pike
354 ft
·
12 sec
·
Marlboro Pike
14
Turn left onto Pumphrey Drive
75 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pumphrey Drive
15
Turn left
39 ft
·
3 sec
16
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.8 mi from Catonsville, MD · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Catonsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forestville, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Forestville, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.57 one way
$13.13 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.19 | $14.38 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.74 | $17.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.16 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.47 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.54 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Forestville, MD
Late night in Forestville on Thursday
Local time
5:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
3 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
53m 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 Forestville, MD covers 39.6 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frederick Road, Bloomsbury Avenue, South Rolling Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.8 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 $6.57 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 Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD is easy. At 53m 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 Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Catonsville, MD to Forestville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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