Origin
Hyattsville, MD
Night in Hyattsville on Sunday
Local time
10:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hyattsville, MD to Annapolis, MD
Drive Time
38m
Distance
28 mi
45 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 38m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 40m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 44m
8 PM
0h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hyattsville, MD
Quang Vuong
Annapolis, MD
Jason Gooljar
Trip Overview
If you are looking to head from Hyattsville to Annapolis, you are facing a quick 28-mile journey that typically takes about 38 minutes. This is a straightforward trip within Maryland’s Northeast region, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day outing. With a fuel cost estimate of just $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly way to travel between these two points. You will primarily navigate via the John Hanson Highway, Landover Road, and Roscoe Rowe Boulevard. Because of the short duration, you do not need to worry about an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete the entire trek in a single afternoon.
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
14 miles from Hyattsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 20m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you transition from the Hyattsville area toward the coast. While you will spend a significant portion of the trip on the John Hanson Highway—which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 21.7 miles—the route is not a monotonous interstate grind. In fact, this drive features 0% highway share, meaning you should prepare for a more involved, stop-and-go feel rather than high-speed cruising. The road’s personality shifts from residential and local arterial streets to the more direct flow of the John Hanson Highway before finishing on the surface streets of Annapolis.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John Hanson Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 28 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 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the ramp toward US 50: Annapolis, Washington
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward US 50: Annapolis, Washington
7
3.8 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Annapolis
8
25.9 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital
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 24
Toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, An...
7
26.2 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South
6
27.9 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
School Street
Enter roundabout onto School Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Towns Along This Route
Between Hyattsville, MD and Annapolis, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital and Annapolis South.
Washington
3.8 mi in
|
~7m
Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial
25.9 mi in
|
~34m
Historic Annapolis State Capital
25.9 mi in
|
~34m
Annapolis South
26.2 mi in
|
~34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Hanson Highway | 21.7 mi | 25m |
| Landover Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Annapolis Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Jefferson Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
John Hanson Highway
— 21.7 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hyattsville, MD and Annapolis, MD.
1
Start on Kennedy Street
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
·
Kennedy Street
2
Turn right onto 43rd Avenue
296 ft
·
18 sec
·
43rd Avenue
3
Turn left onto Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Jefferson Street
4
Turn right onto US 1
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
Baltimore Avenue
5
Continue on US 1 ALT
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Avenue
Use the none lane.
6
Turn slight left
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
7
Turn straight onto MD 450
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Annapolis Road
8
Continue on MD 450
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Landover Road
Use the none lane.
9
Take the ramp
134 ft
·
3 sec
Toward US 50: Annapolis, Washington
Use the right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 50 East: Annapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto US 50
22 mi
·
25 min
·
John Hanson Highway
Use the none lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 24
Toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South
14
Turn straight onto MD 70
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
15
Keep slight right at fork onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
16
Turn left onto Northwest Street
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Northwest Street
17
Enter roundabout onto School Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
School Street
18
Continue on School Street
137 ft
·
5 sec
·
School Street
19
Arrive at destination
School Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 38-minute drive, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever your schedule allows without the stress of long-haul logistics. You won't need to plan for any formal stops, as the duration is manageable even for a single driver. Keep in mind that because the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, traffic patterns can shift quickly, so checking your GPS before you head out is a smart move. Given the lack of planned stops on this 28-mile path, make sure your vehicle is fueled up before leaving Hyattsville to keep your $5 estimate accurate. Ultimately, the best part of this trip is its simplicity, so pack light and enjoy the ease of a quick transit.
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 14 miles from Hyattsville, MD, or about 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.7 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 28 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 14 miles or 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 31m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Annapolis, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hyattsville, 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 Hyattsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 28 miles and 38m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Hyattsville, 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 John Hanson Highway for about 21.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 14 mi from Hyattsville, MD · 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
14 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 28 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 14 miles from Hyattsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Annapolis, MD
The final approach into Annapolis, 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 Annapolis, 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
$4.63 one way
$9.27 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $5.07 | $10.14 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.43 | $10.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.22 | $12.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.94 | $1.34 |
| Efficient EV | 7 | 0 | $2.45 | $1.12 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.2 | 0 | $3.92 | $1.79 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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
Annapolis, MD
Night in Annapolis on Sunday
Local time
10:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
7 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
38m 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 Hyattsville, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 28 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John Hanson Highway, Landover Road, Roscoe Rowe Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 14 miles from Hyattsville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.63 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 13 significant decision points across 28 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 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Hyattsville, MD and Annapolis, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital and Annapolis South.
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