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 Cavetown, MD
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
73.2 mi
118 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
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
Cavetown, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head west from the City of Baltimore toward Cavetown, you are in for a straightforward, 73.2-mile trek. Expect to spend about 1 hour and 28 minutes behind the wheel, making this a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. You will rely primarily on the Baltimore Beltway, I-70, and Mapleville Road to complete the journey. With fuel costs estimated at around $12, it is an affordable route that stays entirely within Maryland. Since the drive is relatively short, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics; you can easily make this a round trip in one go.
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
36.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 45m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 81% of your travel occurring on major thoroughfares. You will face a long, consistent stretch of 56.5 miles while cruising along I-70, which defines the bulk of the experience. The transition from the urban atmosphere of Baltimore to the more localized feel of Mapleville Road provides a clear shift in pacing as you approach Cavetown. While the majority of the route is designed for efficient, high-speed travel, expect the character of the road to change once you exit the interstate system for the final leg of your journey.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Mapleville Road. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MD 2 / Saint Paul Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 73.2 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 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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MD 2 / Saint Paul Street
Turn left onto MD 2 / Saint Paul Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
1.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 95 South: Washington
8
10.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
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 16A-B
Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
8
10.6 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
8
67.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Take the exit toward MD 66: Boonsboro, Smithsburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward MD 66: Boonsboro, Smithsburg
Towns Along This Route
Between City of Baltimore, MD and Cavetown, MD, road signs point toward Local Traffic and Smithsburg.
Local Traffic
10.4 mi in
|
~16m
Smithsburg
67.9 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 56.5 mi | 1h |
| Mapleville Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| I 95 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Cal Ripken Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Light Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| East Conway Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Fayette Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 56.5 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between City of Baltimore, MD and Cavetown, MD.
1
Start on East Fayette Street
487 ft
·
23 sec
·
East Fayette Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto MD 2
312 ft
·
10 sec
·
Saint Paul Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on MD 2
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Light Street
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
4
Turn right onto East Conway Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
East Conway Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto I 395
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Cal Ripken Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the none lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
2.9 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 49B
Toward I 695 West: Towson
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 695
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 16A-B
Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
Use the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 70
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 70
Use the none lane.
13
Continue on I 70; US 40
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 70; US 40
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 35
Toward MD 66: Boonsboro, Smithsburg
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto MD 66
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Mapleville Road
17
Enter roundabout onto MD 66
156 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mapleville Road
18
Continue on MD 66
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Mapleville Road
19
Turn right onto Cavetown Church Road
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
Cavetown Church Road
20
Arrive at destination
Cavetown Church Road
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 1 hour and 28 minute drive, try to time your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic on the Baltimore Beltway and I-70. Because the trip is short and requires zero planned stops, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your itinerary based on your personal schedule. Keep in mind that since the longest stretch lasts over 56 miles, it is wise to ensure your tank is ready for the highway portion before you leave the city. Since fuel will run you about $12, you can easily budget for the trip without needing complex planning. Use the simplicity of this route to your advantage by keeping your gear light and your departure time fluid.
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 36.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, or about 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.5 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 73.2 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 36.6 miles or 45m 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 Cavetown, 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 73.2 miles and 1h 28m.
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 I 70 for about 56.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 36.6 mi from City of Baltimore, MD · 45m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 73.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 36.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Cavetown, MD
The final approach into Cavetown, 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 Cavetown, 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
$12.11 one way
$24.23 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $13.25 | $26.51 |
| premium | $4.92 | $14.18 | $28.37 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $16.26 | $32.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22 | 0 | $7.69 | $3.51 |
| Efficient EV | 18.3 | 0 | $6.41 | $2.93 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 29.3 | 0 | $10.25 | $4.68 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 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
Cavetown, MD
Evening in Cavetown on Sunday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
37 mi in
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
1 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
1h 28m 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 Cavetown, MD covers 73.2 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Mapleville Road, Baltimore Beltway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 36.6 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 $12.11 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 73.2 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 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between City of Baltimore, MD and Cavetown, MD, road signs point toward Local Traffic and Smithsburg.
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