Origin
Glenmont, MD
Late night in Glenmont on Wednesday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glenmont, MD to Frederick, MD
Data updated 4 hours ago
Drive Time
53m
Distance
34.8 mi
56 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 49m
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6 AM
0h 53m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 56m
12 PM
0h 55m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 1m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glenmont, MD
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Frederick, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Glenmont, MD to Frederick, MD covers 34.8 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, Veirs Mill Road, Randolph Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.2 miles on I 270. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.77 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
17.4 miles from Glenmont, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 53m highway drive covering 34.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 270 and Veirs Mill Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 24.2 miles on I 270.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 270 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and Veirs Mill Road. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 34.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Glenmont Circle): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Glenmont Circle
Turn left onto Glenmont Circle
Navigation decision point
6
7.8 mi into trip
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~16m in
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I 270
Merge onto I 270 toward I 270 North
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 270 North
8
31.9 mi into trip
|
~46m in
Take the exit toward MD 85: Frederick, Buckeystown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 31
Toward MD 85: Frederick, Buckeystown
5
32.2 mi into trip
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~47m in
|
MD 85 / Buckeystown Pike
Turn right onto MD 85 / Buckeystown Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Glenmont, MD to Frederick, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Buckeystown along the way.
Buckeystown
31.9 mi in
|
~46m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 24.2 mi | 30m |
| Veirs Mill Road | 4 mi | 7m |
| Randolph Road | 2 mi | 4m |
| Buckeystown Pike | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Jefferson Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Carroll Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 24.2 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glenmont, MD and Frederick, MD.
1
Start on this road
200 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Continue on this road
230 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
3
Keep slight right at fork
307 ft
·
17 sec
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto Glenmont Circle
132 ft
·
7 sec
·
Glenmont Circle
5
Turn left onto Randolph Road
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Randolph Road
6
Turn right onto MD 586
4.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Veirs Mill Road
7
Continue on MD 28
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Jefferson Street
8
Continue on MD 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 270 North: Frederick
10
Merge onto I 270
24 mi
·
30 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Exit 31
Toward MD 85: Frederick, Buckeystown
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto MD 85
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Buckeystown Pike
Use the straight lane.
13
Continue on MD 85
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
Buckeystown Pike
14
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Street
15
Enter roundabout onto East Street
119 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Street
16
Continue on East Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Street
17
Turn left onto MD 144
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East South Street
18
Turn right onto South Carroll Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Carroll Street
19
Turn left onto MD 144
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Patrick Street
20
Arrive at destination
MD 144
Trip Plan
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 17.4 miles from Glenmont, MD, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.2 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 34.8 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.4 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frederick, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Glenmont, 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 Glenmont, MD
This is one driving day of about 34.8 miles and 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Glenmont, 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 I 270 for about 24.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.4 mi from Glenmont, MD · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.4 miles from Glenmont, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frederick, MD
The final approach into Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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
$5.77 one way
$11.54 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.32 | $12.64 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.75 | $13.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.68 | $15.37 |
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: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.65 | $1.67 |
| Efficient EV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.04 | $1.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.9 | 0 | $4.87 | $2.23 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Frederick, MD
Late night in Frederick on Wednesday
Local time
12:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
24 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
53m 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 Glenmont, MD to Frederick, MD covers 34.8 miles and takes about 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 270, Veirs Mill Road, Randolph Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.4 miles from Glenmont, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.77 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 34.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 0.1 miles (Glenmont Circle): Navigation decision point; at 7.8 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Glenmont, MD to Frederick, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Buckeystown along the way.
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