Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
29m
Distance
18 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Green Haven, MD
Jonathan Cooper
The drive from Green Haven, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 18 miles and takes about 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Baltimore-Washington Parkway, I 97, Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4 miles on Baltimore-Washington Parkway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.98 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
9 miles from Green Haven, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 14m into the drive .
The drive from Green Haven, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 18 miles and takes about 29m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near MD 177 / Mountain Road.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 18 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (MD 177 / Mountain Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn right onto MD 177 / Mountain Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left toward MD 100 West
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Green Haven, MD to Baltimore, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Towson along the way.
Towson
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 4 mi | 5m |
| I 97 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Mountain Road | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Outing Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Green Haven, MD and Baltimore, MD.
Start on 207th Street
Turn left onto Outing Avenue
Turn right onto MD 177
Turn left
Merge onto MD 100
Take the exit
Merge onto I 97
Take the exit onto I 97
Merge onto I 695
Take the exit
Merge onto MD 295
Continue on MD 295
Continue on MD 295
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
Turn left
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 18 miles or 29m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9 miles or 14m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Have your navigation ready before leaving Green Haven, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Green Haven, MD
This is one driving day of about 18 miles and 29m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9 mi from Green Haven, MD · 14m into the drive
A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 9 miles from Green Haven, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Baltimore, 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
$2.98 one way
$5.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.27 | $6.54 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.49 | $6.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.97 | $7.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.4 | 0 | $1.89 | $0.86 |
| Efficient EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Green Haven on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Baltimore on Thursday
Local time
12:59 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Partly Cloudy
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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