Trip from Highfield-Cascade, MD to Catonsville, MD

Drive Time

1h 27m

Distance

63.2 mi

102 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$10

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min

4 AM

1h 21m ★

6 AM

1h 28m

8 AM

1h 41m

10 AM

1h 32m

12 PM

1h 31m

3 PM

1h 33m

5 PM

1h 41m

8 PM

1h 24m

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

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Highfield-Cascade, MD

Artūras Kokorevas

Catonsville, MD

Carly Dernetz

Trip Overview

Spanning 63.2 miles, this drive from Highfield-Cascade to Catonsville is a straightforward journey through the Northeast region of Maryland. You can expect to spend about 1 hour and 27 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $10, it is an affordable excursion that doesn't require an overnight stay. Since the route utilizes a mix of local roads and major interstates, it offers a balanced transition between rural and more developed areas. Whether you are traveling for business or a quick change of scenery, the duration and cost make this a highly manageable trek for any driver.

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

31.6 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip offers a mixed driving profile, transitioning from smaller regional roads like Sabillasville Road and Green Valley Road onto the more efficient I-70 corridor. While about 45% of your journey will be on highways, you will experience a variety of road types that keep the drive from feeling monotonous. You should prepare for a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.4 miles while cruising on I-70, which allows for steady travel after navigating the initial local segments. The road character shifts noticeably as you move from the quieter outskirts toward the more populated surroundings of Catonsville. It is a functional route that combines the precision of interstate travel with the slower pace of local backroads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 70 is the longest continuous segment at about 28.4 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 0.2 miles in near Highfield Road.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 63.2 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 0.2 miles (Highfield Road): Navigation decision point; at 50.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | Highfield Road

Turn right onto Highfield Road

Navigation decision point

50.7 mi into trip | ~1h 12m in | I 70

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward Baltimore

59.9 mi into trip | ~1h 21m 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...

60.1 mi into trip | ~1h 22m 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

62.5 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward MD 144: Catonsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 13 Toward MD 144: Catonsville

Towns Along This Route

Between Highfield-Cascade, MD and Catonsville, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson and Glen Burnie.

Baltimore

50.7 mi in | ~1h 12m | via I 70

Towson

59.9 mi in | ~1h 21m

Glen Burnie

59.9 mi in | ~1h 21m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 70	28.4 mi	30m
Sabillasville Road	7.6 mi	13m
Green Valley Road	7.4 mi	11m
Woodsboro Road	5 mi	7m
Creagerstown Road	3.4 mi	5m
Woodsboro Creagerstown Road	2.6 mi	3m
Baltimore Beltway	1.9 mi	2m
Jimtown Road	1.3 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 70 — 28.4 mi, about 30m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Highfield-Cascade, MD and Catonsville, MD.

Start on Cascade Road

0.2 mi · 39 sec · Cascade Road

Turn right onto Highfield Road

0.2 mi · 40 sec · Highfield Road

Turn left onto MD 550

0.6 mi · 58 sec · Military Road

Continue on MD 550

7.6 mi · 13 min · Sabillasville Road

Continue on MD 550

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Church Street

Turn left onto MD 77; MD 550

1.0 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Keep slight right at fork onto MD 550

1.3 mi · 2 min · Jimtown Road

Turn left onto MD 550

3.4 mi · 5 min · Creagerstown Road

Continue on MD 550

2.6 mi · 3 min · Woodsboro Creagerstown Road

At end of road, turn left onto MD 550

44 ft · 0 sec · Woodsboro Pike

Continue on MD 194; MD 550

0.6 mi · 1 min · Woodsboro Pike

Turn left onto MD 550

5.0 mi · 7 min · Woodsboro Road

Turn left onto MD 26

0.3 mi · 33 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto MD 75

0.2 mi · 17 sec · Walnut Street

Continue on MD 75

7.4 mi · 11 min · Green Valley Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left

0.4 mi · 52 sec

Toward I 70 East

Merge onto I 70; US 40

13 mi · 13 min · I 70; US 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 70; US 40

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 70; US 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

9.1 mi · 9 min · I 70

Toward Baltimore Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

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.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 91A Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 695

1.9 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Beltway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 13 Toward MD 144: Catonsville Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto MD 144

0.4 mi · 1 min · Frederick Road

Use the right lane.

Turn right

37 ft · 2 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short 1 hour and 27 minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, though keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before merging onto I-70 is a smart move to ensure you stay within your $10 budget. Because the route relies heavily on major interstate connectivity, try to avoid peak commuting hours if you prefer a smoother, less congested experience. Given the lack of required stops, use the initial segment on Sabillasville Road and Green Valley Road to get comfortable with the vehicle before hitting the 28.4-mile stretch of interstate. Staying alert during the transition from the local road network to the highway will help you navigate the route with ease.

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 31.6 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD, or about 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.4 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 63.2 miles or 1h 27m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 31.6 miles or 51m 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 15m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Catonsville, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Highfield-Cascade, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Highfield-Cascade, MD

This is one driving day of about 63.2 miles and 1h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Highfield-Cascade, 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 70 for about 28.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 31.6 mi from Highfield-Cascade, MD · 51m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, DC

32 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 63.2 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 31.6 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Catonsville, MD

The final approach into Catonsville, 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 Catonsville, 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

$10.46 one way

$20.92 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$11.44	$22.89
premium	$4.92	$12.25	$24.49
diesel	$5.64	$14.04	$28.08

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$10

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$35–$60

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 22.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19	$6.64	$3.03
Efficient EV	15.8	$5.53	$2.53
EV Truck/SUV	25.3	$8.85	$4.04

Gas CO2

22 kg

EV CO2

7 kg (68% 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 12 hours ago

Origin

Highfield-Cascade, MD

Evening in Highfield-Cascade on Sunday

Local time

7:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

80°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Catonsville, MD

Evening in Catonsville on Sunday

Local time

7:58 PM

EDT

Current temp

85°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Washington, DC

32 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

5 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 27m 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 Highfield-Cascade, MD to Catonsville, MD covers 63.2 miles and takes about 1h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 70, Sabillasville Road, Green Valley Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 31.6 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.46 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.

Between Highfield-Cascade, MD and Catonsville, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson and Glen Burnie.

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Trip from Highfield-Cascade, MD to Catonsville, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Catonsville, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Highfield-Cascade, MD

Catonsville, MD

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

1h 27m on the road

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