Trip from City of Baltimore, MD to Delmar, MD

Drive Time

2h 28m

Distance

103.2 mi

166 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 18m ★

6 AM

2h 28m

8 AM

2h 48m

10 AM

2h 35m

12 PM

2h 33m

3 PM

2h 36m

5 PM

2h 47m

8 PM

2h 22m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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City of Baltimore, MD

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Baltimore to Delmar covers 103.2 miles, a journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 28 minutes. Since this is a straightforward trip within Maryland, it is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route transitions through the Northeast region, shifting from the urban environment of Baltimore toward the more local character of Delmar. Because the total duration is manageable, you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay unless your plans in the destination require extra time. Overall, this is a practical drive for travelers looking to move between these two Maryland points without the need for complex logistics.

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

51.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 15m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as only 18% of this route consists of highways. You will navigate using a combination of the Blue Star Memorial Highway, Shore Highway, and Sussex Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 19.1-mile segment along the Blue Star Memorial Highway, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere. Because you are spending the majority of your time on local roads, you should stay attentive to changing speed limits and intersection transitions. It is a hands-on driving experience that requires more focus than a standard highway trek.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 28 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 19.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 0.6 miles in near MD 295 / North Greene Street.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 103.2 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 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.6 mi into trip | ~1m in | MD 295 / North Greene Street

Turn left onto MD 295 / North Greene Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / straight lanes.

6.2 mi into trip | ~10m in

Take the exit toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie

9.6 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward MD 10 South: Severna Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 2 Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park

16.1 mi into trip | ~24m in | MD 10 / Arundel Expressway

Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park

44.6 mi into trip | ~1h 5m in | US 50

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the none lane. Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from City of Baltimore, MD to Delmar, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

Rehoboth

44.6 mi in | ~1h 5m | via US 50

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway	19.1 mi	27m
Sussex Highway	18.9 mi	25m
Shore Highway	13.5 mi	18m
Seashore Highway	7.5 mi	9m
US 50	6.9 mi	9m
Arundel Expressway	6.6 mi	9m
Queen Anne Highway	6.2 mi	8m
Governor Ritchie Highway	6.1 mi	8m

Longest stretch: Blue Star Memorial Highway — 19.1 mi, about 27m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between City of Baltimore, MD and Delmar, MD.

Start on East Fayette Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · East Fayette Street

Use the none lane.

Continue on West Fayette Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · West Fayette Street

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto MD 295

0.4 mi · 47 sec · North Greene Street

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on MD 295

1.0 mi · 2 min · Russell Street

Use the none lane.

Turn straight onto MD 295

4.1 mi · 5 min · Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 28 sec

Toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 695

3.3 mi · 4 min · Baltimore Beltway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 2 Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MD 10

5.9 mi · 8 min · Arundel Expressway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10

0.7 mi · 1 min · Arundel Expressway

Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto MD 2

2.4 mi · 3 min · Ritchie Highway

Continue on MD 2

6.1 mi · 8 min · Governor Ritchie Highway

Use the straight / none lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 22 sec

Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge

Merge onto US 50; US 301

19 mi · 27 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto US 50

6.9 mi · 9 min · US 50

Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth Use the none lane.

Turn left onto MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway

Use the left lane.

Continue on Shore Highway

5.3 mi · 7 min · Shore Highway

Use the left / none lanes.

Take the exit onto MD 404 Business

1.4 mi · 2 min · MD 404 Business

Turn slight right onto MD 404 Business

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Franklin Street

Turn right onto South 5th Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · South 5th Avenue

Turn left onto Legion Road

282 ft · 7 sec · Legion Road

Turn right onto MD 313; MD 404

8.1 mi · 11 min · Shore Highway

Continue on DE 404

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway

At end of road, turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 46 sec · Market Street

At end of road, turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Street

Turn right onto US 13

19 mi · 25 min · Sussex Highway

Turn right onto MD 54; DE 54

1.1 mi · 2 min · East State Street

Arrive at destination

MD 54; DE 54

Trip Plan

Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to depart during off-peak hours to avoid local traffic congestion that can easily add time to your 2-hour and 28-minute estimate. Since there are no scheduled stops in this itinerary, you have the flexibility to plan your own breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition between the various state highways, to ensure you don't have to scramble for a station in a rural stretch. If you prefer a smoother pace, check your GPS for real-time traffic updates before leaving Baltimore, as the local roads can be sensitive to minor delays. Use the 103.2-mile distance as a baseline to time your departure so you arrive in Delmar exactly when you intend.

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 51.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, or about 1h 15m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.1 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 80 miles or 1h 55m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 51.6 miles or 1h 15m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Delmar, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving City of Baltimore, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 103.2 miles and 2h 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 Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 19.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 51.6 mi from City of Baltimore, MD · 1h 15m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

52 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 51.6 miles from City of Baltimore, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Delmar, MD

The final approach into Delmar, 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 Delmar, 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

$17.08 one way

$34.15 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 36 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$18.69	$37.37
premium	$4.92	$20.00	$40.00
diesel	$5.64	$22.93	$45.85

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 36.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	31	$10.84	$4.95
Efficient EV	25.8	$9.03	$4.13
EV Truck/SUV	41.3	$14.45	$6.60

Gas CO2

36 kg

EV CO2

12 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.

Forecast data refreshed 12 hours ago

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

Destination

Delmar, MD

Evening in Delmar on Sunday

Local time

8:07 PM

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 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 Delmar, MD covers 103.2 miles and takes about 2h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, Sussex Highway, Shore Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 51.6 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 $17.08 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.

On the drive from City of Baltimore, MD to Delmar, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.

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Trip from City of Baltimore, MD to Delmar, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Delmar, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Very similar conditions

2h 28m on the road

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