Trip from Delmar, MD to Annapolis, MD

Drive Time

1h 57m

Distance

83.5 mi

134 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 49m ★

6 AM

1h 58m

8 AM

2h 15m

10 AM

2h 4m

12 PM

2h 2m

3 PM

2h 5m

5 PM

2h 14m

8 PM

1h 53m

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

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Annapolis, MD

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Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from Delmar to Annapolis, you are looking at a 83.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 57 minutes. This route functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $14 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Maryland locations. Because the drive is relatively short and direct, it offers the flexibility to head out whenever your schedule allows. You will be traveling entirely within the Northeast region, making for a consistent and familiar driving experience from start to finish.

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

41.7 miles from Delmar, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel rather than a monotonous interstate grind. With 0% highway share, you will navigate local roads like Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and Shore Highway throughout the entire trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 28.2 miles on Ocean Gateway, which serves as the primary backbone of your journey. Because the route relies on local infrastructure, the driving experience is characterized by frequent changes in direction rather than long, high-speed highway cruising. Stay alert, as the road personality requires more active steering than a typical freeway trek.

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

There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Ocean Gateway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near US 13 / Sussex Highway.

Route Complexity 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 83.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles (US 13 / Sussex Highway): Navigation decision point; at 21.5 miles (DE 404 Business / Market Street): Navigation decision point; at 53.2 miles (US 50 / Ocean Gateway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

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

1 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 13 / Sussex Highway

Turn left onto US 13 / Sussex Highway

Navigation decision point

21.5 mi into trip | ~31m in | DE 404 Business / Market Street

Turn left onto DE 404 Business / Market Street

Navigation decision point

53.2 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in | US 50 / Ocean Gateway

Merge onto US 50 / Ocean Gateway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

81.4 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in

Take the exit toward MD 70 South: Roscoe Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the right lane. Exit 24A Toward MD 70 South: Roscoe Rowe Boulevard, Anna...

83.4 mi into trip | ~1h 57m in | School Street

Enter roundabout onto School Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ocean Gateway	28.2 mi	39m
Sussex Highway	19.3 mi	26m
Shore Highway	17.4 mi	24m
Seashore Highway	7.5 mi	9m
Queen Anne Highway	6.2 mi	8m
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard	1.5 mi	2m
East State Street	1 mi	2m
South Main Street	1 mi	1m

Longest stretch: Ocean Gateway — 28.2 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Delmar, MD and Annapolis, MD.

Start on MD 54; DE 54

1.0 mi · 2 min · East State Street

Turn left onto US 13

19 mi · 26 min · Sussex Highway

Take the exit

166 ft · 5 sec

Continue on Rifle Range Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Rifle Range Road

Turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Market Street

Turn right onto DE 404 Business

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway

Continue on MD 404

17 mi · 24 min · Shore Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway

Take the exit

527 ft · 14 sec

Merge onto US 50

28 mi · 39 min · Ocean Gateway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 24A Toward MD 70 South: Roscoe Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis Use the right lane.

Continue on MD 70

1.4 mi · 2 min · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

Use the straight lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

Turn left onto Northwest Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Northwest Street

Enter roundabout onto School Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · School Street

Continue on School Street

137 ft · 5 sec · School Street

Arrive at destination

School Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a compact 83.5-mile trip with zero mandatory stops, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. You can easily complete the drive in under two hours without needing to plan for meal breaks or rest stops unless you choose to build them in. Keep in mind that because you are navigating local roads, traffic patterns on Shore Highway or Sussex Highway can impact your travel time more than they would on a major interstate. To ensure a smooth arrival in Annapolis, check local traffic reports before departing Delmar to account for any unexpected congestion on these secondary routes. Having your $14 fuel budget ready before you leave will help you avoid unnecessary detours once you are on your way.

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 41.7 miles from Delmar, MD, or about 58m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.2 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 51m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 41.7 miles or 58m 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 39m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Delmar, 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 Delmar, MD

This is one driving day of about 83.5 miles and 1h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Delmar, 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 Ocean Gateway for about 28.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 41.7 mi from Delmar, MD · 58m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

42 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 41.7 miles from Delmar, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Annapolis, MD

The final approach into Annapolis, 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 Annapolis, 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

$13.82 one way

$27.63 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 29 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$15.12	$30.24
premium	$4.92	$16.18	$32.36
diesel	$5.64	$18.55	$37.10

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	25.1	$8.77	$4.01
Efficient EV	20.9	$7.31	$3.34
EV Truck/SUV	33.4	$11.69	$5.34

Gas CO2

29 kg

EV CO2

10 kg (66% 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 2 days ago

Origin

Delmar, MD

Evening in Delmar on Sunday

Local time

7:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Annapolis, MD

Evening in Annapolis on Sunday

Local time

7:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°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 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 57m 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 Delmar, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 83.5 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, Shore Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 41.7 miles from Delmar, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.82 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.

The route from Delmar, MD to Annapolis, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Delmar, MD to Annapolis, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Annapolis, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Delmar, MD

Annapolis, MD

Same local time

4 degrees cooler at arrival

1h 57m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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