Origin
Delmar, MD
Evening in Delmar on Sunday
Local time
8:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Delmar, MD to City of Baltimore, MD
Drive Time
2h 29m
Distance
104.4 mi
168 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 20m
★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Delmar, MD
RDNE Stock project
City of Baltimore, MD
Tranise Foster
Trip Overview
Traveling from Delmar to Baltimore covers 104.4 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 29 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $17 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating via Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and Shore Highway, you will move from the Delmar area toward the city center. Since this is a turn-heavy local drive, expect to stay engaged with the road throughout the duration of your trip.
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
52.2 miles from Delmar, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 12m into the drive .
Drive Character
This journey is characterized by its turn-heavy nature rather than a straightforward interstate cruise. With only 9% of the trip spent on highways, you will spend the vast majority of your time navigating local roads and secondary routes. You will face your longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.1 miles while traveling along Ocean Gateway. Be prepared for a driving experience that requires more attention than a typical highway commute, as the route transitions through various local corridors. The character of the drive remains consistent, favoring local navigation over high-speed transit.
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.
Ocean Gateway is the longest continuous segment at about 26.1 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 79.2 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 104.4 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 79.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
79.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
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 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
88.9 mi into trip
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~2h 6m in
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MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway toward MD 100 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MD 100 West
7
92.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
8
95.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 15m in
|
I 97
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
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 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
7
98.1 mi into trip
|
~2h 18m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Towns Along This Route
Between Delmar, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Towson.
Severna Park
79.2 mi in
|
~1h 51m
Towson
95.9 mi in
|
~2h 15m
|
via I 97
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Gateway | 26.1 mi | 36m |
| Sussex Highway | 19.3 mi | 26m |
| Shore Highway | 17.4 mi | 24m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 8 mi | 12m |
| Seashore Highway | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| Queen Anne Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 4 mi | 5m |
| I 97 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 26.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Delmar, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on MD 54; DE 54
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East State Street
2
Turn left onto US 13
19 mi
·
26 min
·
Sussex Highway
3
Take the exit
166 ft
·
5 sec
4
Continue on Rifle Range Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Rifle Range Road
5
Turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
6
Turn left onto DE 404 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Market Street
7
Turn right onto DE 404 Business
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Seashore Highway
8
Continue on MD 404
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Shore Highway
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on MD 404
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Queen Anne Highway
10
Take the exit
527 ft
·
14 sec
11
Merge onto US 50
26 mi
·
36 min
·
Ocean Gateway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the none lane.
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
15
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
16
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 West
Use the slight left lane.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Merge onto I 97
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 97
Use the none lane.
19
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97
Exit 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 695
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto MD 295
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
25
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the none lane.
26
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
27
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
28
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Since the trip is a manageable 2.5-hour drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the roads, it is wise to plan your departure for daylight hours to ensure better visibility for navigating local turns. Because there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, you should plan your own breaks ahead of time to stay refreshed. Keep your $17 fuel budget in mind when filling your tank before you leave Delmar to avoid unnecessary stops. Monitor your GPS closely as you transition between Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and Shore Highway to stay on track during the more technical sections of the drive.
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 52.2 miles from Delmar, MD, or about 1h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 52m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52.2 miles or 1h 12m 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 City of Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Delmar, 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 Delmar, MD
This is one driving day of about 104.4 miles and 2h 29m.
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 26.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 52.2 mi from Delmar, MD · 1h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52.2 miles from Delmar, 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
$17.28 one way
$34.55 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
37 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $18.90 | $37.81 |
| premium | $4.92 | $20.23 | $40.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $23.19 | $46.39 |
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: 36.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.96 | $5.01 |
| Efficient EV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.8 | 0 | $14.62 | $6.68 |
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (68% 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
Evening in City of Baltimore 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 29m 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 City of Baltimore, MD covers 104.4 miles and takes about 2h 29m 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 52.2 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 $17.28 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 21 significant decision points across 104.4 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 79.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 88.9 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Delmar, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Towson.
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