The drive from Chestertown, MD to Fort Washington, MD covers 88.8 miles and takes about 2h 7m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Blue Star Memorial Highway, John Hanson Highway, Church Hill Road for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 27 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.72 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.
Midpoint
44.4 miles from Chestertown, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway
27 mi
38m
John Hanson Highway
18.7 mi
22m
Church Hill Road
14.9 mi
22m
Capital Beltway
14.5 mi
19m
Indian Head Highway
6.5 mi
9m
Centreville Road
1.8 mi
2m
Old Fort Road
1.4 mi
2m
North Liberty Street
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 27 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chestertown, MD and Fort Washington, MD.
1
Start on MD 289
0.1 mi·26 sec·South Cross Street
2
Turn right onto MD 213
0.2 mi·20 sec·Maple Avenue
3
Continue on MD 213
0.1 mi·13 sec·Chestertown Church Hill Road
4
Continue on MD 213
15 mi·22 min·Church Hill Road
5
Continue on MD 213
0.8 mi·1 min·North Liberty Street
6
Continue on MD 213
1.8 mi·2 min·Centreville Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 301 South
8
Merge onto US 301
27 mi·38 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
19 mi·22 min·John Hanson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 7AToward I 95 South, I 495 South: RichmondUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 95; I 495
15 mi·19 min·Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
0.5 mi·44 sec·Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 LocalUse the slight right lane.
13
Take the exit
411 ft·10 sec
Exit 3Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest HeightsUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·15 sec·this road
Exit 3Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest HeightsUse the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
447 ft·15 sec
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
16
Turn left onto MD 210
6.5 mi·9 min·Indian Head Highway
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Old Fort Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Old Fort Road
18
Turn left onto Washington Drive
0.2 mi·46 sec·Washington Drive
19
Continue on Diggers Lane
0.2 mi·48 sec·Diggers Lane
20
At end of road, turn left onto Reid Lane
314 ft·17 sec·Reid Lane
21
Turn right onto Warburton Drive
0.1 mi·32 sec·Warburton Drive
22
Arrive at destination
Warburton Drive
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 44.4 miles from Chestertown, MD, or about 1h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 27 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 20 miles or 30m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.4 miles or 1h 5m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Washington, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chestertown, 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 Chestertown, MD
This is one driving day of about 88.8 miles and 2h 7m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Chestertown, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 27 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 64 and 80.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
64 mi into trip|~1h 28m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
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 7A
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
8
79.5 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
8
80 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
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 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
6
80.1 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Continue toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
6
80.2 mi into trip|~1h 52m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.72 one way
$29.44 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg31 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$16.12
$32.25
premium
$4.93
$17.22
$34.44
diesel
$5.61
$19.61
$39.21
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
26.6
0
$9.32
$4.26
Efficient EV
22.2
0
$7.77
$3.55
EV Truck/SUV
35.5
0
$12.43
$5.68
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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 as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Chestertown, MD
Afternoon
in Chestertown on Saturday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Washington, MD
Afternoon
in Fort Washington on Saturday
Local time
1:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
79°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
4 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
2h 7m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
19 mi from route
~49 min detour
$20
near mile 79.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 2h 7m drive with frequent turns across 88.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 22 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 27 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 around 64 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 88.8 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: at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.5 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Chestertown, MD to Fort Washington, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
Forest Heights
80 mi in|~1h 51m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 7m. Total distance: 88.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Chestertown, MD to Fort Washington, MD covers 88.8 miles and takes about 2h 7m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, John Hanson Highway, Church Hill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.4 miles from Chestertown, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.72 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 14 significant decision points across 88.8 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: at 64 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 79.5 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 80 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Chestertown, MD to Fort Washington, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
