Origin
Kemp Mill, MD
Night in Kemp Mill on Thursday
Local time
10:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kemp Mill, MD to Baltimore, MD
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
33.8 mi
54 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 45m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 52m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 57m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kemp Mill, MD
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Trip Overview
This 33.8-mile drive from Kemp Mill, MD to Baltimore, MD is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 48 minutes. It's ideal as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. The primary roads you'll be using are I-95, the Capital Beltway, and University Boulevard West, with a significant 73% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $6 for this route. Given its brevity and highway focus, this drive is best suited for getting from point A to point B efficiently within the Northeast region.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 33.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (73%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 73% of the route utilizing major roadways like I-95 and the Capital Beltway. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 24.5 miles on I-95, offering a consistent pace. While the majority is highway driving, the inclusion of University Boulevard West may introduce some local road elements as you approach your destination. The overall character is one of moving steadily toward Baltimore, with the emphasis on efficient travel rather than scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Capital Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near Hoyt Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 33.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Hoyt Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Hoyt Street
At end of road, turn left onto Hoyt Street
Navigation decision point
7
5.2 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
7
31.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Take the exit toward Russell Street North
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
6
33.7 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
East Fayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kemp Mill, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward College Park, New York and Russell Street North.
College Park
2.5 mi in
|
~6m
New York
5.5 mi in
|
~10m
Russell Street North
31.2 mi in
|
~42m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 24.5 mi | 28m |
| Capital Beltway | 2.4 mi | 2m |
| University Boulevard West | 1.3 mi | 3m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| University Boulevard East | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Northwood Terrace | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 24.5 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemp Mill, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on Northwood Terrace
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northwood Terrace
2
Continue on Conti Place
0.1 mi
·
33 sec
·
Conti Place
3
At end of road, turn left onto Hoyt Street
371 ft
·
22 sec
·
Hoyt Street
4
Turn left onto Arcola Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Arcola Avenue
5
At end of road, turn left onto MD 193
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
University Boulevard West
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on MD 193
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard East
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 East: Capital Beltway East, Baltimore, College Park
8
Merge onto I 495
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 27
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
1.1 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
11
Merge onto I 95
25 mi
·
28 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
Use the slight right lane.
13
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
17
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
18
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.9 mi from Kemp Mill, MD · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.9 miles from Kemp Mill, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Baltimore, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.60 one way
$11.21 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.14 | $12.27 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.56 | $13.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.46 | $14.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.55 | $1.62 |
| Efficient EV | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Baltimore, MD
Night in Baltimore on Thursday
Local time
10:34 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
48m 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 Kemp Mill, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 33.8 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Capital Beltway, University Boulevard West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 16.9 miles from Kemp Mill, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.60 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 short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 33.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 48m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (Hoyt Street): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Kemp Mill, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward College Park, New York and Russell Street North.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.
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