The drive from Easton, MD to Fort Washington, MD covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 58m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ocean Gateway, John Hanson Highway, Capital Beltway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 38.2 miles on Ocean Gateway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $13.93 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.
Midpoint
42 miles from Easton, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 58m. Total distance: 84 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 58m drive with frequent turns across 84 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 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 38.2 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 59.2 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 84 miles you will encounter 13 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 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.7 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
59.2 mi into trip|~1h 20m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
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 7A
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
8
74.7 mi into trip|~1h 42m in|I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
8
75.2 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Take the exit toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
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 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
6
75.3 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Continue toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
6
75.4 mi into trip|~1h 43m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
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 Easton, MD to Fort Washington, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
Forest Heights
75.2 mi in|~1h 43m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ocean Gateway
38.2 mi
53m
John Hanson Highway
18.7 mi
22m
Capital Beltway
14.5 mi
19m
Indian Head Highway
6.5 mi
9m
Old Fort Road
1.4 mi
2m
Easton Parkway
1.2 mi
1m
Glebe Road
0.7 mi
1m
Capital Beltway (Local)
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 38.2 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Easton, MD and Fort Washington, MD.
1
Start on South Washington Street
0.3 mi·1 min·South Washington Street
2
Continue on Glebe Road
0.7 mi·1 min·Glebe Road
3
Turn right onto MD 322
1.2 mi·1 min·Easton Parkway
4
Take the ramp
499 ft·13 sec
5
Merge onto US 50
38 mi·53 min·Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
19 mi·22 min·John Hanson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi·2 min
Exit 7AToward I 95 South, I 495 South: RichmondUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 95; I 495
15 mi·19 min·Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
0.5 mi·44 sec·Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 LocalUse the slight right lane.
10
Take the exit
411 ft·10 sec
Exit 3Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest HeightsUse the slight right lane.
11
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·15 sec·this road
Exit 3Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest HeightsUse the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
447 ft·15 sec
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
13
Turn left onto MD 210
6.5 mi·9 min·Indian Head Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Old Fort Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Old Fort Road
15
Turn left onto Washington Drive
0.2 mi·46 sec·Washington Drive
16
Continue on Diggers Lane
0.2 mi·48 sec·Diggers Lane
17
At end of road, turn left onto Reid Lane
314 ft·17 sec·Reid Lane
18
Turn right onto Warburton Drive
0.1 mi·32 sec·Warburton Drive
19
Arrive at destination
Warburton Drive
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 42 miles from Easton, MD, or about 1h into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 38.2 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 42 miles or 1h 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 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fort Washington, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Easton, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Easton, MD
This is one driving day of about 84 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Easton, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ocean Gateway for about 38.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 41.9 miles from Easton, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fort Washington, MD
The final approach into Fort Washington, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
$20
near mile 75.3
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was a deeply spiritual woman who lived her ideals and dedicated her life to freedom. She is the Underground Railroad’s best known conductor and before the Civil War repeatedly risked he...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.93 one way
$27.85 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$15.25
$30.50
premium
$4.93
$16.29
$32.58
diesel
$5.61
$18.55
$37.09
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: 29.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25.2
0
$8.82
$4.03
Efficient EV
21
0
$7.35
$3.36
EV Truck/SUV
33.6
0
$11.76
$5.38
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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Easton, MD
Late night
in Easton on Saturday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Fort Washington, MD
Late night
in Fort Washington on Saturday
Local time
2:10 AM
EDT
Current temp
79°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Crofton, MD
42 mi in
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
18 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 58m 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 Easton, MD to Fort Washington, MD covers 84 miles and takes about 1h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ocean Gateway, John Hanson Highway, Capital Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42 miles from Easton, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.93 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 84 miles you will encounter 13 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 59.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 74.7 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 75.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Easton, MD to Fort Washington, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Forest Heights along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
