Origin
Hagerstown, MD
Evening in Hagerstown on Sunday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hagerstown, MD to Rockville, MD
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
52.4 mi
84 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hagerstown, MD
Jonathan Borba
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Hagerstown to Rockville, you are looking at a manageable 52.4-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing an overnight stay. Budgeting around $9 for fuel should cover your travel costs, making this an economical option for your commute or visit. Because both cities are located within the Northeast region of Maryland, you will find the travel experience familiar and straightforward. It is a practical choice for those who prefer a direct, efficient path between these two points.
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
26.2 miles from Hagerstown, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 32m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you navigate between these two Maryland hubs. While you will spend a small portion of the trip on the Eisenhower Memorial Highway, Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and Dual Highway, only 5% of the total distance is classified as highway driving. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 22.9 miles while on the Eisenhower Memorial Highway, but otherwise, the road requires your full attention due to the frequent turns. Prepare for a drive that prioritizes local navigation over the monotony of a high-speed interstate cruise.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Eisenhower Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 22.9 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 4 miles in near I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
4 mi into trip
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~8m in
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I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
25.1 mi into trip
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~30m in
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I 70 Exit 53
Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53 toward I 270 South: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward I 270 South: Washington
6
48.4 mi into trip
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~1h in
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I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
50.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6B-A
Toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
6
52.4 mi into trip
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~1h 8m in
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South Washington Street
Turn right onto South Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 22.9 mi | 29m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 21.1 mi | 22m |
| Dual Highway | 3.3 mi | 6m |
| I 270 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| East Washington Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| I 70 Exit 53 | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Key West Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
— 22.9 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hagerstown, MD and Rockville, MD.
1
Start on US 40
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
East Washington Street
2
Continue on US 40
3.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Dual Highway
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 70 East: Frederick
4
Merge onto I 70
21 mi
·
22 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 70 Exit 53
Exit 53
Toward I 270 South: Washington
Use the slight right lane.
6
Continue on I 270
23 mi
·
29 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 6B-A
Toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto MD 28
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Key West Highway
Use the left lane.
10
Continue on MD 28
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Montgomery Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto South Washington Street
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
South Washington Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 8 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to depart whenever it suits your plans best. With no mandatory stops required for a trip of this length, you can easily drive straight through without needing to plan for extended breaks. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means you should stay alert rather than relying on cruise control for long periods. Given the $9 fuel estimate, filling up your tank before you leave Hagerstown is a simple way to ensure a seamless trip to Rockville. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by choosing a departure time that avoids the heaviest local traffic patterns.
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 26.2 miles from Hagerstown, MD, or about 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.9 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 52.4 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 55m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hagerstown, 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 Hagerstown, MD
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hagerstown, 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 Eisenhower Memorial Highway for about 22.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.2 mi from Hagerstown, MD · 32m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 52.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.2 miles from Hagerstown, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rockville, MD
The final approach into Rockville, 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 Rockville, 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
$8.67 one way
$17.34 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.15 | $20.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.64 | $23.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
| Efficient EV | 13.1 | 0 | $4.59 | $2.10 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21 | 0 | $7.34 | $3.35 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Rockville, MD
Evening in Rockville on Sunday
Local time
7:42 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
26 mi in
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
3 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 8m 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 Hagerstown, MD to Rockville, MD covers 52.4 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Eisenhower Memorial Highway, Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, Dual Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.2 miles from Hagerstown, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.67 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 52.4 miles you will encounter 8 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 4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Hagerstown, MD to Rockville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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