Origin
City of Baltimore, MD
Evening in City of Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from City of Baltimore, MD to Bryans Road, MD
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
58.2 mi
94 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
City of Baltimore, MD
Tranise Foster
Bryans Road, MD
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Baltimore to Bryans Road, you can expect a straightforward 58.2-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 25 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, as the distance is manageable without requiring an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, the Anacostia Freeway, and Indian Head Highway. With fuel costs estimated at around $10, it is an economical route for a quick trip within Maryland. Whether you are heading south for business or personal travel, the route provides a direct connection between the Northeast region's urban hubs and the more southern reaches of the state.
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
29.1 miles from City of Baltimore, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 42m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 58.2-mile drive is distinctly highway-focused, with 70% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 30.1 miles on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, which sets a fast pace for the start of your trip. As you transition onto the Anacostia Freeway and eventually Indian Head Highway, the character of the road shifts from high-speed arterial lanes to more localized transit. Expect a consistent, functional driving experience that prioritizes efficiency over winding backroads. Staying focused is key, as the high percentage of highway travel means you will spend most of your time maintaining a steady pace in typical traffic flow.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore-Washington Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 30.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Indian Head Highway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near MD 295 / North Greene Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 8 significant decision points across 58.2 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 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
5
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 295 / North Greene Street
Turn left onto MD 295 / North Greene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
32.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
7
43.3 mi into trip
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~1h 3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Indian Head
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
Toward Indian Head
7
44.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 210 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 210 South
5
44.5 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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MD 210 / Indian Head Highway
Merge onto MD 210 / Indian Head Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Towns Along This Route
Between City of Baltimore, MD and Bryans Road, MD, road signs point toward Annapolis and Indian Head.
Annapolis
32.1 mi in
|
~46m
Indian Head
43.3 mi in
|
~1h 3m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 30.1 mi | 41m |
| Indian Head Highway | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| Anacostia Freeway | 8.4 mi | 13m |
| Kenilworth Avenue Freeway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Fayette Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| North Greene Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| East Fayette Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 30.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Baltimore, MD and Bryans Road, MD.
1
Start on East Fayette Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
East Fayette Street
Use the none lane.
2
Continue on West Fayette Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Fayette Street
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto MD 295
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
North Greene Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the none lane.
5
Turn straight onto MD 295
30 mi
·
41 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on MD 201
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on DC 295
8.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Anacostia Freeway
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward Indian Head
Use the straight / slight left / none lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward MD 210 South
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto MD 210
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Indian Head Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on MD 210
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Indian Head Highway
13
Turn left onto MD 227
63 ft
·
1 sec
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Livingston Road
14
Arrive at destination
MD 227
Trip Plan
Because this is a relatively short 1 hour and 25-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the reliance on major parkways and freeways, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure you maintain that estimated travel time. Since there are no formal stops programmed into this direct 58.2-mile route, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before you leave to keep your $10 budget on track. If you find yourself needing a break, plan your stop early, as the latter portion of the drive on Indian Head Highway may offer fewer convenient exit options than the initial interstate segments. Keeping your itinerary simple is the best way to handle this quick Maryland transit.
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 29.1 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, or about 42m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 30.1 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 58.2 miles or 1h 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 29.1 miles or 42m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bryans Road, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving City of Baltimore, 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 City of Baltimore, MD
This is one driving day of about 58.2 miles and 1h 25m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from City of Baltimore, 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 Baltimore-Washington Parkway for about 30.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from City of Baltimore, MD · 42m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 58.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bryans Road, MD
The final approach into Bryans Road, 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 Bryans Road, 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
$9.63 one way
$19.26 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.54 | $21.08 |
| premium | $4.92 | $11.28 | $22.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.93 | $25.86 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.11 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.09 | $2.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.3 | 0 | $8.15 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Bryans Road, MD
Evening in Bryans Road on Sunday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
63°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
22 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
1h 25m 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 City of Baltimore, MD to Bryans Road, MD covers 58.2 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Indian Head Highway, Anacostia Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 miles from City of Baltimore, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.63 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 8 significant decision points across 58.2 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 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 32.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 43.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between City of Baltimore, MD and Bryans Road, MD, road signs point toward Annapolis and Indian Head.
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