The drive from La Vale, MD to Redland, MD covers 118.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, National Freeway, Eisenhower Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is mixed drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 48.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.28 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
59.5 miles from La Vale, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 9m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 21m. Total distance: 118.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from La Vale, MD to Redland, MD covers 118.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m, 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 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 48.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 40 Alternate / National Highway.
Driving Effort4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 Alternate / National Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 68; US 40; US 220 / National Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|US 40 Alternate / National Highway
Turn right onto US 40 Alternate / National Highway
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip|~9m in|I 68; US 40; US 220 / National Freeway
Merge onto I 68; US 40; US 220 / National Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
92.6 mi into trip|~1h 45m in|I 70 Exit 53
Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53 toward I 270 South: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 53
Toward I 270 South: Washington
8
112.9 mi into trip|~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road
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 11
Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quinc...
5
113.7 mi into trip|~2h 12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
48.3 mi
51m
National Freeway
37 mi
40m
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
19.9 mi
24m
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
3.3 mi
3m
Midcounty Highway
3.1 mi
4m
National Highway
2.7 mi
5m
North Mechanic Street
1.1 mi
3m
Montgomery Village Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 48.3 mi, about 51m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between La Vale, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on Bridge Street
75 ft·6 sec·Bridge Street
2
Turn right onto US 40 Alternate
2.7 mi·5 min·National Highway
3
Continue on North Mechanic Street
1.1 mi·3 min·North Mechanic Street
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·26 sec
5
Merge onto I 68; US 40; US 220
37 mi·40 min·National Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.7 mi·5 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi·3 min·I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
8
Continue on I 70
44 mi·46 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
9
Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53
0.4 mi·51 sec·I 70 Exit 53
Exit 53Toward I 270 South: WashingtonUse the slight right lane.
10
Continue on I 270
20 mi·24 min·Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard RoadUse the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
127 ft·5 sec
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
13
Turn left onto MD 124
0.5 mi·50 sec·Quince Orchard Road
14
Continue on MD 124
0.8 mi·1 min·Montgomery Village Avenue
Use the right lane.
15
Turn right onto Midcounty Highway
3.1 mi·4 min·Midcounty Highway
16
At end of road, turn left onto Shady Grove Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shady Grove Road
17
Turn right onto MD 115
0.3 mi·35 sec·Muncaster Mill Road
18
Turn right onto Redland Road
96 ft·2 sec·Redland Road
19
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
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 59.5 miles from La Vale, MD, or about 1h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 48.3 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 26 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 59.5 miles or 1h 9m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving La Vale, 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 La Vale, MD
This is one driving day of about 118.9 miles and 2h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from La Vale, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 48.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 59.5 mi from La Vale, MD
· 1h 9m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
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...
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...
11 mi from route
~28 min detour
$20
near mile 114.8
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!
14 mi from route
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 106.6
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...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
35.7
0
$12.48
$5.71
Efficient EV
29.7
0
$10.40
$4.76
EV Truck/SUV
47.6
0
$16.65
$7.61
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
La Vale, MD
Morning
in La Vale on Friday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Redland, MD
Morning
in Redland on Friday
Local time
10:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Hancock, MD
59 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
1 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
2h 21m 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 La Vale, MD to Redland, MD covers 118.9 miles and takes about 2h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, National Freeway, Eisenhower Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 59.5 miles from La Vale, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $19.71 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 straightforward 2h 21m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 Alternate / National Highway): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (I 68; US 40; US 220 / National Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 92.6 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from La Vale, MD to Redland, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
