Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
53m
Distance
31.1 mi
50 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gaithersburg, MD
Kristopher Hines
Glassmanor, MD
Jonathan Borba
The drive from Gaithersburg, MD to Glassmanor, MD covers 31.1 miles and takes about 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 270, Clara Barton Parkway, Canal Road Northwest for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 6.6 miles on I 270. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 31.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This is a 53m highway drive covering 31.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 270 and Clara Barton Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 6.6 miles on I 270.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and Clara Barton Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 9.1 miles in near I 270 Spur.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 24 decision points packed into just 31.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 9.1 miles (I 270 Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.5 miles (Cabin John Parkway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.7 miles (Whitehurst Freeway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 Spur toward I 270 Spur: Washington, Northern Virginia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto Cabin John Parkway toward Cabin John Parkway, Glen Echo
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork onto Whitehurst Freeway toward US 29 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
At end of road, turn right onto 17th Street Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward South Capitol Street, JBAB
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Gaithersburg, MD and Glassmanor, MD, road signs point toward Northern Virginia, Glen Echo and Jbab.
Northern Virginia
Glen Echo
Jbab
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Clara Barton Parkway | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| Canal Road Northwest | 3.1 mi | 6m |
| Southeast Freeway | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 270 Spur | 2 mi | 2m |
| Cabin John Parkway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Capital Beltway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 1.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Gaithersburg, MD and Glassmanor, MD.
Start on this road
Turn left onto MD 355
Turn left onto Chestnut Street
Turn right onto MD 117
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 270
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 Spur
Merge onto I 495
Keep slight right at fork onto Cabin John Parkway
Continue on Clara Barton Parkway
Continue on Canal Road Northwest
Keep slight right at fork onto Whitehurst Freeway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 66
Take the exit onto I 66
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on E Street Expressway
Continue on E Street Northwest
At end of road, turn right onto 17th Street Northwest
Continue on 17th Street Southwest
Turn straight onto Independence Avenue Southwest
Continue on Independence Avenue Southwest
Keep slight right at fork onto Maine Avenue Southwest
Keep slight left at fork onto Maine Avenue Southwest
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 395
Keep slight left at fork onto I 695
Continue on I 695
Merge onto I 295
Take the exit
Continue on this road
Turn straight onto South Capitol Street Southwest
Continue on South Capitol Street
Continue on MD 210
Turn left onto Audrey Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.6 mi from Gaithersburg, MD · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Gaithersburg, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Glassmanor, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.16 one way
$10.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.65 | $11.29 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.03 | $12.06 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.87 | $13.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.3 | 0 | $3.27 | $1.49 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Gaithersburg on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Glassmanor on Thursday
Local time
10:07 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
69°F
Washington, DC
16 mi in
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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