Origin
Frederick, MD
Night in Frederick on Sunday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frederick, MD to Hagerstown, MD
Drive Time
34m
Distance
25.1 mi
40 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frederick, MD
RDNE Stock project
Hagerstown, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
Connecting Frederick and Hagerstown, this 25.1-mile journey is a quick transition across Maryland’s Northeast region. You can expect to spend about 34 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $4, the route is both efficient and budget-friendly. You will navigate using a combination of West Patrick Street, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and the Dual Highway. Because the distance is so short, you have complete flexibility to make this drive whenever your schedule allows.
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
12.6 miles from Frederick, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that balances highway access with surface streets. While the route includes a 16.5-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, the overall highway share is 0%, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local infrastructure. The personality of this trip shifts as you transition between thoroughfares, requiring you to stay alert through various turns. It is not a monotonous interstate cruise, but rather a functional, localized transit between two Maryland hubs. You should anticipate a drive that prioritizes direct movement over scenic winding roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 16.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,194 ft
282 ft
Total Climb
1,407 ft
Total Descent
1,150 ft
Highest Point
1,194 ft
~14.7 mi in
Elevation Range
913 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near MD 144 / West Patrick Street.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.6 miles (MD 144 / West Patrick Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 144 / West Patrick Street
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 144 / West Patrick Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
4
4 mi into trip
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~8m in
Take the ramp toward I 70 West: Hagerstown, Hancock
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 70 West: Hagerstown, Hancock
5
4.7 mi into trip
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~9m in
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I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
21.1 mi into trip
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~26m in
Take the exit toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32B
Toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
6
25.1 mi into trip
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~34m in
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US 40 / East Washington Street
Turn left onto US 40 / East Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Frederick, MD to Hagerstown, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Hancock along the way.
Hancock
4 mi in
|
~8m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 16.5 mi | 17m |
| Dual Highway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| West Patrick Street | 2.7 mi | 5m |
| Baltimore National Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Patrick Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Potomac Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 16.5 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, MD and Hagerstown, MD.
1
Start on MD 144
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Patrick Street
2
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 144
2.7 mi
·
5 min
·
West Patrick Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Continue on US 40
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore National Pike
4
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
Toward I 70 West: Hagerstown, Hancock
5
Merge onto I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 32B
Toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto US 40
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Dual Highway
8
Continue on US 40
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Franklin Street
9
Turn left onto North Potomac Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Potomac Street
10
Turn left onto US 40
118 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
11
Arrive at destination
US 40
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief 25.1-mile trip, you don't need to worry about complex pacing or multiple rest stops. Given the lack of required stops, you can easily complete the drive in one go, allowing you to focus on your arrival in Hagerstown. Keep your fuel tank in mind before departing, though the $4 estimated cost makes it easy to manage your transit budget. A practical tip for this specific route is to stay focused on the transition between West Patrick Street and the local highway sections, as the road layout changes frequently. Taking this trip during off-peak hours will help you maintain a steady pace throughout the 34-minute duration.
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 12.6 miles from Frederick, MD, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.5 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 25.1 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.6 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hagerstown, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Frederick, 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 Frederick, MD
This is one driving day of about 25.1 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Frederick, 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 16.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.6 mi from Frederick, MD · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.6 miles from Frederick, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Hagerstown, MD
The final approach into Hagerstown, 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 Hagerstown, 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
$4.15 one way
$8.31 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.54 | $9.09 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.86 | $9.73 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.58 | $11.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.64 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.20 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.61 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Hagerstown, MD
Night in Hagerstown on Sunday
Local time
10:26 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
13 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
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
34m 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 Frederick, MD to Hagerstown, MD covers 25.1 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Dual Highway, West Patrick Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.6 miles from Frederick, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.15 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 25.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 0.6 miles (MD 144 / West Patrick Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.7 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Frederick, MD to Hagerstown, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Hancock along the way.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 282 ft to 1,194 ft elevation with about 1,407 ft of total climbing.
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