Origin
Frederick, MD
Afternoon in Frederick on Thursday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 21m
Distance
59.4 mi
96 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 15m
★
6 AM
1h 21m
8 AM
1h 34m
10 AM
1h 26m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 26m
5 PM
1h 33m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frederick, MD
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Forestville, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD covers 59.4 miles and takes about 1h 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North Market Street, East Church Street, North East Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.85 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 21m. Total distance: 59.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 21m 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
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 21m drive with frequent turns across 59.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North Market Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD is easy. At 1h 21m 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 Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North Market Street | — | — |
| East Church Street | — | — |
| North East Street | — | — |
| East Street | — | — |
| Buckeystown Pike | — | — |
| I 270 South | — | — |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | — | — |
| Capital Beltway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
North Market Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick, MD and Forestville, MD.
1
Start on East Patrick Street
121 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Patrick Street
2
Turn right onto North Market Street
436 ft
·
19 sec
·
North Market Street
3
Turn right onto East Church Street
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
East Church Street
4
Turn right onto North East Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North East Street
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Street
102 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Street
6
Exit the roundabout onto East Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Street
7
Continue on Buckeystown Pike
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Buckeystown Pike
8
Take the ramp straight toward I 270 South
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 270 South
9
Merge slight left onto Eisenhower Memorial Highway
22 mi
·
27 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
10
Keep slight left
6.6 mi
·
9 min
11
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
12
Merge slight right onto Capital Beltway
24 mi
·
32 min
·
Capital Beltway
13
Take the exit slight right toward MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington
14
Merge slight left onto Pennsylvania Avenue
525 ft
·
8 sec
·
Pennsylvania Avenue
15
Take the exit slight right toward Marlboro Pike
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Marlboro Pike
16
Turn straight onto Forestville Road
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
Forestville Road
17
Turn left onto Marlboro Pike
354 ft
·
12 sec
·
Marlboro Pike
18
Turn left onto Pumphrey Drive
75 ft
·
9 sec
·
Pumphrey Drive
19
Turn left
39 ft
·
3 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.7 mi from Frederick, MD · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 miles from Frederick, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Forestville, MD
The final approach into Forestville, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.85 one way
$19.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.79 | $21.57 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.52 | $23.04 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.11 | $26.23 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.20 | $2.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.8 | 0 | $8.32 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Forestville, MD
Afternoon in Forestville on Thursday
Local time
1:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
2 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 21m 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 Forestville, MD covers 59.4 miles and takes about 1h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North Market Street, East Church Street, North East Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.7 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 $9.85 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.
The drive from Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD is easy. At 1h 21m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Frederick, MD to Forestville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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