Origin
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Thursday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Pikesville, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.8 mi
16 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
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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Pikesville, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Catonsville, MD to Pikesville, MD covers 9.8 miles and takes about 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Baltimore Beltway, Reisterstown Road, Frederick Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 7.9 miles on Baltimore Beltway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.62 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
4.9 miles from Catonsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 16m drive with frequent turns across 9.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 144 / Frederick Road.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.8 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 144 / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
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
Navigation decision point
7
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 695 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 695 North
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
8.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward MD 140: Pikesville, Garrison
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 20
Toward MD 140: Pikesville, Garrison
8
8.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 140 South: Pikesville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 140 South: Pikesville
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 Catonsville, MD to Pikesville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Garrison along the way.
Garrison
8.5 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Beltway | 7.9 mi | 10m |
| Reisterstown Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Frederick Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| East Sudbrook Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Beltway
— 7.9 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Pikesville, MD.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MD 144
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Road
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 695 North
Use the left lane.
4
Merge onto I 695
7.9 mi
·
10 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 20
Toward MD 140: Pikesville, Garrison
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
Toward MD 140 South: Pikesville
Use the slight right lane.
7
Turn straight onto MD 140
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Reisterstown Road
Use the straight lane.
8
Turn left onto East Sudbrook Lane
177 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Sudbrook Lane
9
Turn right
410 ft
·
30 sec
10
Arrive at 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 4.9 miles from Catonsville, MD, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.9 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 9.8 miles or 16m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pikesville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Catonsville, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Catonsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 9.8 miles and 16m.
At 9.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Baltimore Beltway for about 7.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Catonsville, MD · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Catonsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pikesville, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Pikesville, 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
$1.62 one way
$3.25 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.90 | $3.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.16 | $4.33 |
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: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.03 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.86 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.37 | $0.63 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Pikesville, MD
Late night in Pikesville on Thursday
Local time
12:09 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°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
17 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
16m 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 Pikesville, MD covers 9.8 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore Beltway, Reisterstown Road, Frederick Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 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 $1.62 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.8 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 144 / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Catonsville, MD to Pikesville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Garrison along the way.
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