Origin
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Thursday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Montgomery Village, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
54m
Distance
36.3 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 57m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 3m
8 PM
0h 52m
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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Montgomery Village, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Catonsville, MD to Montgomery Village, MD covers 36.3 miles and takes about 54m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Frederick Road, I 695 North, Baltimore Beltway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.02 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.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.2 miles from Catonsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 27m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 54m drive with frequent turns across 36.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 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 Montgomery Village, MD is easy. At 54m 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 Montgomery Village, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Frederick Road | — | — |
| I 695 North | — | — |
| Baltimore Beltway | — | — |
| I 70 | — | — |
| I 70 West | — | — |
| MD 97 | — | — |
| MD 97 South | — | — |
| Route 97 South | — | — |
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 Montgomery Village, MD.
1
Start on the route
36 ft
·
8 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Frederick Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Road
3
Take the ramp sharp left toward I 695 North
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
I 695 North
4
Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
5
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Frederick
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 West: Frederick
7
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
8
Continue straight
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
9
Take the exit slight right toward MD 97: Westminster, Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
MD 97: Westminster, Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
10
Keep slight left to continue on MD 97 South: Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
157 ft
·
6 sec
·
MD 97 South: Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
11
Turn left onto Route 97 South
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 97 South
12
Continue on Georgia Avenue
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Georgia Avenue
13
Turn sharp right onto Damascus Road
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Damascus Road
14
Turn slight left onto Sundown Road
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Sundown Road
15
Continue on Brink Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Brink Road
16
Turn left onto Goshen Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Goshen Road
17
Turn right onto Stewartown Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Stewartown Road
18
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 18.2 miles from Catonsville, MD, or about 27m 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 36 miles or 54m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.2 miles or 27m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery Village, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Catonsville, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Catonsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 36.3 miles and 54m.
At 36.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Catonsville, MD · 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Catonsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery Village, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Montgomery Village, 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
$6.02 one way
$12.04 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.59 | $13.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.04 | $14.08 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.01 | $16.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Montgomery Village, MD
Late night in Montgomery Village on Thursday
Local time
12:17 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Mount Airy, MD
18 mi in
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
2 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
54m 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 Montgomery Village, MD covers 36.3 miles and takes about 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Frederick Road, I 695 North, Baltimore Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.2 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 $6.02 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 Montgomery Village, MD is easy. At 54m 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 Montgomery Village, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Catonsville, MD to Montgomery Village, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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