Origin
Kemp Mill, MD
Morning in Kemp Mill on Monday
Local time
7:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD
Drive Time
59m
Distance
41.4 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
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6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
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
If you are planning to travel the 41.6 miles from Kemp Mill to Essex, Maryland, expect a straightforward trip that takes about 51 minutes under normal conditions. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate through local roads like Conti Place, Hoyt Street, and Arcola Avenue rather than relying on major interstates. With a fuel budget of approximately $7, the trip is quite economical for a quick regional transit. Since both locations are situated in the Northeast region of Maryland, the drive maintains a consistent local feel throughout your journey.
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
20.7 miles from Kemp Mill, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 29m into the drive .
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous highway cruise, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will be navigating surface streets for the entire 51-minute duration. The character of the road remains technical as you transition between Conti Place and Arcola Avenue, requiring frequent adjustments rather than long, uninterrupted stretches of speed. Expect a consistent pace that keeps you engaged with the local environment. Because the route is entirely local, you will experience a steady, hands-on driving experience from start to finish.
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.
Conti Place is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Conti Place | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hoyt Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Arcola Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Boulevard West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| University Boulevard East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 495 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Capital Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Conti Place
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kemp Mill, MD and Essex, MD.
1
Start on Northwood Terrace
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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Northwood Terrace
2
Continue on Conti Place
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
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Conti Place
3
At the end of the road, turn left onto Hoyt Street
371 ft
·
23 sec
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Hoyt Street
4
Turn left onto Arcola Avenue
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
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Arcola Avenue
5
At the end of the road, turn left onto University Boulevard West
1.3 mi
·
3 min
·
University Boulevard West
6
Continue on University Boulevard East
0.6 mi
·
1 min
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University Boulevard East
7
Take the ramp slight right toward I 495 East: Capital Beltway East, Baltimore, College Park
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
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I 495 East: Capital Beltway East, Baltimore, College Park
8
Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
2.4 mi
·
2 min
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Capital Beltway
9
Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North: Baltimore
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
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I 95 North: Baltimore
10
Keep slight left to continue on I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
11
Merge slight left
27 mi
·
32 min
12
Keep slight left
4.3 mi
·
5 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward MD 150: Eastern Avenue
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
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MD 150: Eastern Avenue
14
Keep slight right to continue on MD 150 East: Eastern Avenue, East Essex
256 ft
·
8 sec
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MD 150 East: Eastern Avenue, East Essex
15
Turn right onto Eastern Avenue
2.3 mi
·
4 min
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Eastern Avenue
16
Continue on Eastern Boulevard
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Eastern Boulevard
17
Turn left onto North Taylor Avenue
210 ft
·
13 sec
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North Taylor Avenue
18
Turn right
522 ft
·
38 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this 41.6-mile trek is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility when choosing your departure time. However, because the route relies exclusively on local streets, it is wise to account for potential traffic patterns common to neighborhood thoroughfares. You will not need to plan for major rest stops given the sub-one-hour travel time, allowing you to head straight to your destination in Essex. Keep your $7 fuel estimate in mind before you leave to ensure you are ready for the road. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep a close eye on your navigation while traversing the turn-heavy sections of Hoyt Street to ensure you stay on track through the local intersections.
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 20.7 miles from Kemp Mill, MD, or about 29m into the drive.
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 41.4 miles or 59m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20.7 miles or 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 50m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Essex, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kemp Mill, 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 Kemp Mill, MD
This is one driving day of about 41.4 miles and 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kemp Mill, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.7 mi from Kemp Mill, MD · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20.7 miles from Kemp Mill, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Essex, MD
The final approach into Essex, 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 Essex, 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
$6.85 one way
$13.70 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.50 | $14.99 |
| premium | $4.92 | $8.02 | $16.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $9.20 | $18.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.4 | 0 | $4.35 | $1.99 |
| Efficient EV | 10.4 | 0 | $3.62 | $1.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Essex, MD
Morning in Essex on Monday
Local time
7:16 AM
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
59m 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 Essex, MD covers 41.4 miles and takes about 59m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Conti Place, Hoyt Street, Arcola Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20.7 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 $6.85 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.
The drive from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD is easy. At 59m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Kemp Mill, MD to Essex, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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