Origin
Essex, MD
Afternoon in Essex on Saturday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Essex, MD to Annapolis, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
40.4 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annapolis, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Essex, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 40.4 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Eastern Boulevard, Eastern Avenue, MD 151 North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly surface roads. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.70 one way before food or hotel costs.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eastern Boulevard | — | — |
| Eastern Avenue | — | — |
| MD 151 North | — | — |
| North Point Boulevard | — | — |
| Kane Street | — | — |
| East Lombard Street | — | — |
| Ponca Street | — | — |
| I 895 | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Eastern Boulevard
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex, MD and Annapolis, MD.
1
Start on the route
358 ft
·
32 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left
184 ft
·
16 sec
3
At the end of the road, turn right onto Eastern Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Eastern Boulevard
4
Continue on Eastern Avenue
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Eastern Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto MD 151 North: North Point Boulevard, Baltimore
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
MD 151 North: North Point Boulevard, Baltimore
6
Turn straight onto North Point Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
North Point Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Kane Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Kane Street
8
Turn slight right
184 ft
·
8 sec
9
Continue on East Lombard Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East Lombard Street
10
Turn left onto Ponca Street
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Ponca Street
11
Take the ramp left toward I 895 Toll South
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
I 895 Toll South
12
Merge slight left onto Harbor Tunnel Thruway
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
13
Continue on Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
14
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Thruway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
15
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Throughway
0.5 mi
·
40 sec
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
16
Keep slight right to continue on Harbor Tunnel Throughway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
17
Keep slight right to continue on I 97 South: Annapolis
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97 South: Annapolis
18
Continue straight
8.9 mi
·
10 min
19
Keep slight left to continue on Bay Bridge
7.8 mi
·
8 min
·
Bay Bridge
20
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
21
Keep slight left to continue on US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
22
Merge slight left onto John Hanson Highway
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
John Hanson Highway
23
Take the exit slight right toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital
24
Keep slight right to continue on MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South
25
Turn straight onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
26
Keep slight right to continue on Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
27
Turn left onto Northwest Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Northwest Street
28
Enter the roundabout and take exit 5 toward Church Circle
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Circle
29
Exit the rotary onto School Street
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
30
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Essex, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.70 one way
$13.40 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.34 | $14.67 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.84 | $15.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.92 | $17.84 |
Estimated Tolls: $7.00
Bay Bridge
$7.00
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Tolls
$7
Total
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.24 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.53 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.66 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Annapolis, MD
Afternoon in Annapolis on Saturday
Local time
4:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
45m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
40.4 mi in 45m across surface roads — expect steady turns and local traffic rather than long highway runs.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Eastern Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Essex, MD to Annapolis, MD is easy. At 45m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Essex, MD to Annapolis, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
About the Cities
Starting in Essex, MD
Full guide →Southeast Baltimore, fittingly, covers the areas in the southeast of Baltimore, ranging from industrial wastelands to charming neighborhoods both quiet and hip.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 40.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expect about $7.00 in tolls one way, starting with Bay Bridge. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Essex, MD to Annapolis, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Annapolis, MD before heading back.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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