The drive from Kingstown, MD to Frederick, MD covers 106.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 70, Blue Star Memorial Highway, Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 32.6 miles on I 70.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $17.69 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.
Midpoint
53.3 miles from Kingstown, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 19m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 23m. Total distance: 106.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (32%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Kingstown, MD to Frederick, MD covers 106.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m, 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 27 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 32.6 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 41.9 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 106.7 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 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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41.9 mi into trip|~1h 1m in
Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
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 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
51.6 mi into trip|~1h 17m in|MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway toward MD 100 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MD 100 West
7
69.1 mi into trip|~1h 40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward US 29 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 29 North
8
105.4 mi into trip|~2h 20m in
Take the exit toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
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 54
Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
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105.5 mi into trip|~2h 21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Frederick, East Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Downtown Frederick, East Street
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Kingstown, MD to Frederick, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Severna Park along the way.
Severna Park
41.9 mi in|~1h 1m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
32.6 mi
35m
Blue Star Memorial Highway
24.6 mi
34m
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
17.5 mi
23m
Church Hill Road
14.5 mi
21m
Governor Ritchie Highway
8 mi
12m
Columbia Pike
3 mi
3m
Centreville Road
1.8 mi
2m
Arundel Expressway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.6 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kingstown, MD and Frederick, MD.
1
Start on Fey Road
161 ft·15 sec·Fey Road
2
Turn left onto MD 213
14 mi·21 min·Church Hill Road
3
Continue on MD 213
0.8 mi·1 min·North Liberty Street
4
Continue on MD 213
1.8 mi·2 min·Centreville Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward US 301 South
6
Merge onto US 301
25 mi·34 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 27BToward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna ParkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi·12 min·Governor Ritchie Highway
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
10
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi·1 min·Arundel Expressway
11
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
18 mi·23 min·Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 WestUse the slight left lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·29 sec
Toward US 29 NorthUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto US 29
3.0 mi·3 min·Columbia Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi·40 sec
Exit 25BToward I 70 West: FrederickUse the right lane.
15
Merge onto I 70
10 mi·10 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 70; US 40
12 mi·12 min·I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on I 70; US 40
11 mi·11 min·I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi·18 sec
Exit 54Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown FrederickUse the slight right lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
419 ft·10 sec
Toward Downtown Frederick, East StreetUse the slight right lane.
20
Turn straight onto MD 85
426 ft·9 sec·Buckeystown Pike
21
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·East Street
22
Enter roundabout onto East Street
119 ft·2 sec·East Street
23
Continue on East Street
0.3 mi·33 sec·East Street
24
Turn left onto MD 144
0.1 mi·24 sec·East South Street
25
Turn right onto South Carroll Street
0.2 mi·45 sec·South Carroll Street
26
Turn left onto MD 144
0.2 mi·25 sec·East Patrick Street
27
Arrive at destination
MD 144
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 53.3 miles from Kingstown, MD, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 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 23 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 53.3 miles or 1h 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frederick, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kingstown, 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 Kingstown, MD
This is one driving day of about 106.7 miles and 2h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Kingstown, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 32.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 53.3 mi from Kingstown, MD
· 1h 19m into the drive
The midpoint is around 53.3 miles from Kingstown, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frederick, MD
The final approach into Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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
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...
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...
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
$20
near mile 106.7
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...
19 mi from route
~47 min detour
$20
near mile 106.7
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!
19 mi from route
~48 min detour
Free
near mile 106.7
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...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
32
0
$11.20
$5.12
Efficient EV
26.7
0
$9.34
$4.27
EV Truck/SUV
42.7
0
$14.94
$6.83
Gas CO2
37 kg
EV CO2
12 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 as of Apr 15, 2026
Origin
Kingstown, MD
Afternoon
in Kingstown on Thursday
Local time
12:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Frederick, MD
Afternoon
in Frederick on Thursday
Local time
12:50 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°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
17 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
2h 23m 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 Kingstown, MD to Frederick, MD covers 106.7 miles and takes about 2h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 70, Blue Star Memorial Highway, Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 53.3 miles from Kingstown, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $17.69 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 18 significant decision points across 106.7 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 41.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51.6 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Kingstown, MD to Frederick, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Severna Park along the way.
