Origin
Drum Point, MD
Evening in Drum Point on Wednesday
Local time
7:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Drum Point, MD to Silver Spring, MD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 42m
Distance
69.3 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 49m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Drum Point, MD
Yan Krukau
Silver Spring, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Drum Point, MD to Silver Spring, MD covers 69.3 miles and takes about 1h 42m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Solomons Island Road, Capital Beltway, Southern Maryland Boulevard for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.3 miles on South Solomons Island Road. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.49 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
34.6 miles from Drum Point, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 42m drive with frequent turns across 69.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Solomons Island Road is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 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 3.9 miles in near MD 2; MD 4 / South Solomons Island Road.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 15 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 3.9 miles (MD 2; MD 4 / South Solomons Island Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.9 mi into trip
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~7m in
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MD 2; MD 4 / South Solomons Island Road
Turn right onto MD 2; MD 4 / South Solomons Island Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
42.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 2m in
Take the exit toward MD 717: Upper Marlboro
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 717: Upper Marlboro
5
53.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
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I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
62.8 mi into trip
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~1h 32m in
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I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
7
67 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m in
Take the exit toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 30
Toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Drum Point, MD to Silver Spring, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
53.2 mi in
|
~1h 19m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Solomons Island Road | 15.3 mi | 21m |
| Capital Beltway | 13.2 mi | 16m |
| Southern Maryland Boulevard | 10.2 mi | 14m |
| North Solomons Island Road | 9 mi | 13m |
| Largo Road | 7.6 mi | 11m |
| Stephanie Roper Highway | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Rousby Hall Road | 3.2 mi | 5m |
| Landover Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
South Solomons Island Road
— 15.3 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Drum Point, MD and Silver Spring, MD.
1
Start on McMichaels Drive
41 ft
·
4 sec
·
McMichaels Drive
2
Turn right onto Barreda Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Barreda Boulevard
3
Turn right onto MD 760
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Rousby Hall Road
4
Enter roundabout onto MD 760
67 ft
·
1 sec
·
Rousby Hall Road
5
Continue on MD 760
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Rousby Hall Road
6
Turn right onto MD 2; MD 4
15 mi
·
21 min
·
South Solomons Island Road
Use the right lane.
7
Continue on MD 2; MD 4
9.0 mi
·
13 min
·
North Solomons Island Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
8
Continue on MD 4
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Southern Maryland Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
9
Continue on MD 4
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Stephanie Roper Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
Toward MD 717: Upper Marlboro
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto MD 717
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Water Street
12
Turn right onto MD 725
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
·
Main Street
13
Turn left onto MD 202
7.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Largo Road
14
Continue on MD 202
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Landover Road
15
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: College Park, Baltimore
16
Merge onto I 95; I 495
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
Use the right lane.
19
Merge onto US 29
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Colesville Road
20
Turn left onto US 29
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
21
Continue on US 29
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
22
Turn right
158 ft
·
13 sec
23
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
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 34.6 miles from Drum Point, MD, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 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 15 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.6 miles or 50m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Silver Spring, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Drum Point, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Drum Point, MD
This is one driving day of about 69.3 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Drum Point, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on South Solomons Island Road for about 15.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.6 mi from Drum Point, MD · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.6 miles from Drum Point, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Silver Spring, MD
The final approach into Silver Spring, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.49 one way
$22.98 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.58 | $25.17 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.44 | $26.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.30 | $30.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.28 | $3.33 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.06 | $2.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Silver Spring, MD
Evening in Silver Spring on Wednesday
Local time
7:13 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
17 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 42m 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 Drum Point, MD to Silver Spring, MD covers 69.3 miles and takes about 1h 42m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Solomons Island Road, Capital Beltway, Southern Maryland Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.6 miles from Drum Point, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.49 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.3 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles (MD 2; MD 4 / South Solomons Island Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 42.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 53.8 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Drum Point, MD to Silver Spring, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
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