Origin
Forestville, MD
Night in Forestville on Sunday
Local time
9:21 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Forestville, MD to Baltimore, MD
Drive Time
57m
Distance
39 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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 53m
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6 AM
0h 57m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Forestville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
Traveling the 39 miles between Forestville and Baltimore is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 57 minutes. You will primarily navigate the Capital Beltway, the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, and Russell Street to reach your destination. Because the total duration is under an hour, this journey is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. Budgeting around $6 for fuel should cover your needs for the one-way transit. Since both locations are within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout the drive. This route is an efficient, highway-focused connection that makes moving between these two Maryland hubs simple and predictable.
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
19.5 miles from Forestville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by its highway-focused nature, with roughly 63% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, where you will cover 24.5 miles of steady road. While the route begins with the heavy traffic typical of the Capital Beltway, the transition onto the Parkway offers a more direct path into the city. Once you reach Russell Street, the character shifts from high-speed highway travel to the more urban environment of Baltimore. It is a functional, no-nonsense commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over secondary roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore-Washington Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and Capital Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Pumphrey Drive.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 39 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: near the start (Pumphrey Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Pumphrey Drive
Turn right onto Pumphrey Drive
Navigation decision point
7
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Coll...
8
12.1 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 North: BWI Marshall Airport, Baltimore North, Baltimore-Washington Parkway
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 22A
Toward MD 295 North: BWI Marshall Airport, Balt...
9
12.4 mi into trip
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~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 295 North: Baltimore, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 295 North: Baltimore, Baltimore/Washi...
6
39 mi into trip
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~57m in
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East Fayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Along This Route
Between Forestville, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore North and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
Baltimore North
12.1 mi in
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~17m
Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
12.4 mi in
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~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 24.5 mi | 33m |
| Capital Beltway | 11.1 mi | 15m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Pennsylvania Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Forestville Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Marlboro Pike | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 24.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Forestville, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on this road
40 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Pumphrey Drive
74 ft
·
5 sec
·
Pumphrey Drive
3
Turn right onto Marlboro Pike
351 ft
·
9 sec
·
Marlboro Pike
4
Turn right onto Forestville Road
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Forestville Road
5
Turn left onto MD 4
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, College Park
Use the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95; I 495
11 mi
·
15 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 22A
Toward MD 295 North: BWI Marshall Airport, Baltimore North, Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Toward MD 295 North: Baltimore, Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
24 mi
·
33 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the none lane.
14
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
15
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
16
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 57-minute duration, you have significant flexibility regarding your departure time. However, because this route relies heavily on major parkways and beltways, try to avoid peak rush hours to ensure your trip stays within the estimated time frame. Since there are no designated stops required for this 39-mile distance, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for rest breaks. Keep your $6 fuel budget in mind, and ensure your tank is ready before you merge onto the Capital Beltway. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on traffic reports for the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, as this 24.5-mile stretch is the most critical segment of your journey.
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 19.5 miles from Forestville, MD, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 39 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19.5 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 46m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Forestville, 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 Forestville, MD
This is one driving day of about 39 miles and 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Forestville, 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 Baltimore-Washington Parkway for about 24.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.5 mi from Forestville, MD · 28m into the drive
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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.5 miles from Forestville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
The final approach into 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 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
$6.45 one way
$12.91 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.56 | $15.11 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.66 | $17.33 |
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: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.46 | $2.50 |
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
Baltimore, MD
Night in Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
9:21 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
3 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
57m 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 Forestville, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 39 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Capital Beltway, Russell Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.5 miles from Forestville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.45 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 12 significant decision points across 39 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: near the start (Pumphrey Drive): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Forestville, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore North and Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport.
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