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Trip from Hagerstown, MD to Rossville, MD

Drive Time

1h 44m

Distance

85 mi

137 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$14

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 37m ★
6 AM
1h 44m
8 AM
2h 0m
10 AM
1h 50m
12 PM
1h 48m
3 PM
1h 51m
5 PM
1h 59m
8 PM
1h 40m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Hagerstown, MD, MD

Hagerstown, MD

Jonathan Borba

Downtown Rossville, MD, MD

Rossville, MD

Jonathan Borba

Trip Overview

The drive from Hagerstown, MD to Rossville, MD covers 85 miles and takes about 1h 44m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 70, I 95 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 43.8 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.07 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

42.5 miles from Hagerstown, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Hagerstown, MD to Rossville, MD covers 85 miles and takes about 1h 44m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 43.8 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 54.3 miles in near I 70.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 85 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 54.3 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

7
54.3 mi into trip | ~1h 2m in | I 70

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward Baltimore
8
63.4 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Take the exit toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie

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 91B-A Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Tows...
9
63.6 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 91A Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
8
68.8 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 11A; 11B Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...
8
69.1 mi into trip | ~1h 20m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 11A Toward I 95 North: Baltimore

Towns Along This Route

Between Hagerstown, MD and Rossville, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson, Glen Burnie and Washington.

Baltimore

54.3 mi in | ~1h 2m | via I 70

Towson

63.4 mi in | ~1h 12m

Glen Burnie

63.4 mi in | ~1h 12m

Washington

68.8 mi in | ~1h 20m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 43.8 mi 47m
I 70 15.6 mi 16m
I 95 10.4 mi 14m
Baltimore Beltway 4.7 mi 6m
Pulaski Highway 4.3 mi 6m
Dual Highway 3.3 mi 6m
East Washington Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Dwight D Eisenhower Highway — 43.8 mi, about 47m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hagerstown, MD and Rossville, 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

44 mi · 47 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5

Continue on I 70; US 40

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

9.1 mi · 9 min · I 70
Toward Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 16 sec
Exit 91B-A Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 91A Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 695

4.7 mi · 6 min · Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 26 sec
Exit 11A; 11B Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 11A Toward I 95 North: Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 95

4.7 mi · 6 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

5.7 mi · 7 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Exit 61 Toward US 40 East: Pulaski Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on US 40

3.8 mi · 6 min · Pulaski Highway
16

Continue on US 40

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Pulaski Highway
17

Arrive at destination

US 40

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 42.5 miles from Hagerstown, MD, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 43.8 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 80 miles or 1h 36m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 42.5 miles or 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 25m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rossville, 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 85 miles and 1h 44m.

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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 43.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 42.5 mi from Hagerstown, MD · 49m into the drive

Downtown Washington, DC, DC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, DC

43 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 42.5 miles from Hagerstown, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Rossville, MD

The final approach into Rossville, 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 Rossville, MD.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Monocacy National Battlefield

Monocacy National Battlefield

National Battlefield

During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 26.4
View on nps.gov
Antietam National Battlefield

Antietam National Battlefield

National Battlefield

23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into...

8 mi from route ~21 min detour $20 near mile 11.7
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...

15 mi from route ~38 min detour $20 near mile 14.7
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

18 mi from route ~45 min detour Free near mile 23.5
View on nps.gov
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour $20 near mile 44
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$14.07 one way

$28.13 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 30 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.60 $15.39 $30.78
premium $4.92 $16.47 $32.94
diesel $5.64 $18.88 $37.77

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$14

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$39–$64

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 29.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 25.5 0 $8.92 $4.08
Efficient EV 21.3 0 $7.44 $3.40
EV Truck/SUV 34 0 $11.90 $5.44

Gas CO2

30 kg

EV CO2

10 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.

Forecast data refreshed 22 hours ago

Origin

Hagerstown, MD

Morning in Hagerstown on Monday

Local time

7:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

61°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rossville, MD

Morning in Rossville on Monday

Local time

7:38 AM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Washington, DC

43 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

20 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 44m 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 Rossville, MD covers 85 miles and takes about 1h 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, I 70, I 95. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 42.5 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 $14.07 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 is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 85 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 54.3 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 63.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hagerstown, MD and Rossville, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson, Glen Burnie and Washington.

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