Origin
Gwynn Oak, MD
Late night in Gwynn Oak on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gwynn Oak, MD to Lansdowne, MD
Data updated 24 minutes ago
Drive Time
19m
Distance
7.1 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 18m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Lansdowne, MD
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Trip Overview
This short 7.1-mile drive from Gwynn Oak to Lansdowne, Maryland, is easily manageable in about 19 minutes, making it ideal as a single-day trip. You'll primarily navigate using South Caton Avenue, Hilton Parkway, and Garrison Boulevard. With a very modest estimated fuel cost of around $1, this route is budget-friendly. The region remains within the Northeast, so you won't experience significant geographical shifts. Given its brief duration, this trip offers a straightforward and efficient way to get from point A to point B without needing an overnight stay.
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
3.6 miles from Gwynn Oak, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the majority of this 7.1-mile journey. While only 19% of the route involves highway driving, you'll encounter a mix of local roads with frequent intersections. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 1.6 miles on South Caton Avenue. This suggests a driving experience focused on navigating urban and suburban environments, rather than open-road cruising. Be prepared for varying traffic conditions and the need for constant attention to your surroundings as you make your way through these communities.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Caton Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 1.6 miles.
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 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Haddon Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Haddon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eldorado Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (MD 26 / Liberty Heights Avenue): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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Haddon Avenue
Turn left onto Haddon Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Eldorado Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto Eldorado Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 26 / Liberty Heights Avenue
Turn left onto MD 26 / Liberty Heights Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
2 mi into trip
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~5m in
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Denison Street
Turn right onto Denison Street
Navigation decision point
5
2.2 mi into trip
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~6m in
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North Hilton Street
Turn right onto North Hilton Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Caton Avenue | 1.6 mi | 4m |
| Hilton Parkway | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Garrison Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| North Hilton Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Hammonds Ferry Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Heights Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Clyde Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Haddon Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Caton Avenue
— 1.6 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gwynn Oak, MD and Lansdowne, MD.
1
Start on this road
60 ft
·
9 sec
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this road
2
Turn left onto Haddon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Haddon Avenue
3
At end of road, turn right onto Eldorado Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Eldorado Avenue
4
Turn left onto MD 26
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Liberty Heights Avenue
5
Turn slight right onto Berwyn Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Berwyn Avenue
6
Turn slight right onto Garrison Boulevard
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Garrison Boulevard
7
Turn left onto Windsor Avenue
321 ft
·
13 sec
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Windsor Avenue
8
Turn right onto Denison Street
394 ft
·
15 sec
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Denison Street
9
Turn left onto Bloomingdale Road
504 ft
·
19 sec
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Bloomingdale Road
10
Turn right onto North Hilton Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Hilton Street
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 40 Truck
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilton Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn straight onto North Hilton Street
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Hilton Street
13
Turn straight onto South Caton Avenue
1.5 mi
·
3 min
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South Caton Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 Alternate
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
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South Caton Avenue
15
Continue on Hammonds Ferry Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
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Hammonds Ferry Road
16
Turn left onto Clyde Avenue
0.2 mi
·
42 sec
·
Clyde Avenue
17
Arrive at destination
Clyde Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the short 19-minute duration of this 7.1-mile trip, flexibility is your greatest asset. There are no designated stops recommended, so you can depart whenever it's most convenient for you. The estimated fuel cost is only $1, so you likely won't need to worry about refueling. Pay close attention to local traffic patterns, especially on South Caton Avenue, which features the longest stretch at 1.6 miles. Since this is such a quick drive, consider leaving during off-peak hours to minimize any potential delays from frequent turns and intersections.
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 3.6 miles from Gwynn Oak, MD, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 1.6 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 7.1 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.6 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Lansdowne, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Gwynn Oak, 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 Gwynn Oak, MD
This is one driving day of about 7.1 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Gwynn Oak, 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 South Caton Avenue for about 1.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.6 mi from Gwynn Oak, MD · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.6 miles from Gwynn Oak, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lansdowne, MD
The final approach into Lansdowne, 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 Lansdowne, 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
$1.18 one way
$2.35 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.29 | $2.58 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.38 | $2.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.57 | $3.14 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.75 | $0.34 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.62 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Lansdowne, MD
Late night in Lansdowne on Wednesday
Local time
1:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
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
19m 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 Gwynn Oak, MD to Lansdowne, MD covers 7.1 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Caton Avenue, Hilton Parkway, Garrison Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.6 miles from Gwynn Oak, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.18 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 7.1 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Haddon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Eldorado Avenue): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (MD 26 / Liberty Heights Avenue): Navigation decision point.
The route from Gwynn Oak, MD to Lansdowne, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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