Origin
Dundalk, MD
Evening in Dundalk on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Dundalk, MD to College Park, MD
Drive Time
53m
Distance
36.1 mi
58 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Dundalk, MD
Jonathan Borba
College Park, MD
Styves Exantus
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Dundalk to College Park, you are looking at a straightforward 36.1-mile trip that typically takes about 53 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle without an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $6 on fuel for the journey, keeping your travel costs very manageable. You will primarily navigate via I-95 before transitioning onto Baltimore Avenue and Cherry Hill Road to reach your destination. Since both locations are situated within Maryland’s Northeast region, the drive remains consistent in character throughout. It is an efficient, highway-focused connection that bypasses the need for complex route planning.
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
18.1 miles from Dundalk, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive is defined by its efficiency, with 74% of the trip spent on high-speed roadways. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-95, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 26.8 miles. While the interstate portion offers a fast, consistent pace, the character of the drive shifts once you exit onto Baltimore Avenue and Cherry Hill Road. You should be prepared for a transition from the heavy-duty flow of the highway to the more localized traffic patterns of these secondary roads. It is a practical, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed over scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Baltimore Avenue. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 36.1 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
2.8 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 Toll South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 Toll South: Washington
5
3.2 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
29.9 mi into trip
|
~39m in
Take the exit toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
5
31.5 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
Cherry Hill Road
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
33.7 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
US 1 / Baltimore Avenue
Turn right onto US 1 / Baltimore Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 26.8 mi | 32m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| Cherry Hill Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Broening Highway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Powder Mill Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Keith Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Dunhill Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Dundalk Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 26.8 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dundalk, MD and College Park, MD.
1
Start on Dundalk Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
2
Turn left onto Dunhill Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Dunhill Road
3
Continue on Dunhill Road
181 ft
·
9 sec
·
Dunhill Road
4
Turn right onto Broening Highway
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Broening Highway
5
Turn slight right
201 ft
·
7 sec
6
Continue on Keith Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Keith Avenue
7
Take the ramp
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 95
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward I 95 Toll South: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 95
27 mi
·
32 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto MD 212
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Powder Mill Road
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Cherry Hill Road
Use the none lane.
13
Turn right onto US 1
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Avenue
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left onto Knox Road
310 ft
·
15 sec
·
Knox Road
Use the left lane.
15
Arrive at destination
Knox Road
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 53-minute trek, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should keep an eye on local traffic patterns common to these major corridors. Since there are no designated stops scheduled in the data, you can easily complete the entire 36.1-mile distance in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Budgeting approximately $6 for gas should keep you covered for the full trip. For the smoothest experience, ensure your vehicle is ready for the high-speed demands of the 26.8-mile I-95 segment. Taking this route during off-peak hours will help you avoid potential congestion on the highway portions.
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 18.1 miles from Dundalk, MD, or about 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.8 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 36.1 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.1 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near College Park, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Dundalk, 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 Dundalk, MD
This is one driving day of about 36.1 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Dundalk, 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 95 for about 26.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.1 mi from Dundalk, MD · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.1 miles from Dundalk, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in College Park, MD
The final approach into College Park, 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 College Park, 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
$5.97 one way
$11.95 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $6.54 | $13.07 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.00 | $13.99 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.02 | $16.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.05 | $2.31 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
College Park, MD
Evening in College Park on Sunday
Local time
6:45 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°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
26 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
53m 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 Dundalk, MD to College Park, MD covers 36.1 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Baltimore Avenue, Cherry Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.1 miles from Dundalk, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.97 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 10 significant decision points across 36.1 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 2.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.2 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Dundalk, MD to College Park, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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