Origin
Chevy Chase, MD
Late night in Chevy Chase on Wednesday
Local time
1:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chevy Chase, MD to City of Baltimore, MD
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
50m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
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6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chevy Chase, MD
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City of Baltimore, MD
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Trip Overview
This 36.1-mile drive from Chevy Chase, MD, to the City of Baltimore, MD, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 50 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of $6, it's an economical option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The journey primarily utilizes I-95 and the Capital Beltway, offering a direct path between these two Northeast Maryland locations. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing efficiency. This route is ideal for a quick transit between the two cities, whether for business or leisure, without requiring extensive planning.
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
18 miles from Chevy Chase, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 68% of the route being on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch will be 24.5 miles on I-95, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. You'll navigate through sections of the Capital Beltway before merging onto I-95 towards Baltimore. The profile suggests a consistent driving experience, largely characterized by the fast pace and efficiency of interstate travel. While not offering extensive scenic detours, this route prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly and directly.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Capital Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 36.1 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
7
7.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
6
7.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
7
33.4 mi into trip
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~43m in
Take the exit toward Russell Street North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
6
36 mi into trip
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~50m in
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East Fayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Chevy Chase, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward New York and Russell Street North.
New York
7.8 mi in
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~12m
Russell Street North
33.4 mi in
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~43m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 24.5 mi | 28m |
| Capital Beltway | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Montrose Driveway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Connecticut Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Stewart Driveway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 24.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chevy Chase, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on Hutch Place
133 ft
·
12 sec
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Hutch Place
2
Turn left onto Clifford Avenue
450 ft
·
22 sec
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Clifford Avenue
3
Turn right onto Kenilworth Driveway
363 ft
·
15 sec
·
Kenilworth Driveway
4
Continue on Montgomery Avenue
444 ft
·
19 sec
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Montgomery Avenue
5
Continue on Stewart Driveway
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Stewart Driveway
6
Turn right onto Montrose Driveway
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
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Montrose Driveway
7
Turn right onto MD 185
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
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Connecticut Avenue
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 495
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 27
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
12
Merge onto I 95
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
18
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
19
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Given the short 50-minute duration and 36.1-mile distance, this trip is perfect for a spontaneous departure. You won't need to worry about splitting the drive or extensive rest stops, though keeping an eye on fuel is always wise, with an estimated cost of $6. Consider leaving outside of peak rush hour times to ensure the quickest travel possible, especially as you approach Baltimore. A key tip for this route is to monitor traffic conditions on I-95 as you get closer to the city, as congestion can build up quickly. Since there are no specific stops noted, your flexibility is your advantage.
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 miles from Chevy Chase, MD, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 36.1 miles or 50m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chevy Chase, 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 Chevy Chase, MD
This is one driving day of about 36.1 miles and 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chevy Chase, 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 24.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18 mi from Chevy Chase, MD · 25m 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 36.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 miles from Chevy Chase, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in City of Baltimore, MD
The final approach into City of Baltimore, 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 City of Baltimore, 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
$5.98 one way
$11.97 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.55 | $13.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.00 | $14.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.97 | $15.94 |
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: 12.6 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 | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
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
City of Baltimore, MD
Late night in City of Baltimore on Wednesday
Local time
1:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
3 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
50m 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 Chevy Chase, MD to City of Baltimore, MD covers 36.1 miles and takes about 50m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Capital Beltway, Russell Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18 miles from Chevy Chase, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.98 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 13 significant decision points across 36.1 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 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Chevy Chase, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward New York and Russell Street North.
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