Origin
Laurel, MD
Late night in Laurel on Friday
Local time
5:21 AM
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Current temp
76°F
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Trip from Laurel, MD to Easton, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
63.9 mi
103 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 46m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laurel, MD
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Easton, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Laurel, MD to Easton, MD covers 63.9 miles and takes about 1h 32m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Blue Star Memorial Highway, US 50, Patuxent Freeway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 21.6 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.59 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
31.9 miles from Laurel, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 63.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
The drive from Laurel, MD to Easton, MD covers 63.9 miles and takes about 1h 32m, 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 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Blue Star Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 21.6 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 5.7 miles in near MD 32 / Patuxent Freeway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles (MD 32 / Patuxent Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MD 32 / Patuxent Freeway
Merge onto MD 32 / Patuxent Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
20 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay...
6
20.8 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay...
6
45 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
|
US 50
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
4
62.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
|
Glebe Road
Turn left onto Glebe Road
Navigation decision point
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 Laurel, MD to Easton, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.
Rehoboth
45 mi in
|
~1h 4m
|
via US 50
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 21.6 mi | 30m |
| US 50 | 16.6 mi | 22m |
| Patuxent Freeway | 8.3 mi | 11m |
| I 97 | 6 mi | 6m |
| Laurel Fort Meade Road | 4.4 mi | 7m |
| John Hanson Highway | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Easton Parkway | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| Fort Meade Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 21.6 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel, MD and Easton, MD.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight left onto US 1
291 ft
·
7 sec
·
Washington Boulevard
3
Turn slight left
243 ft
·
9 sec
4
Turn straight onto MD 198
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Gorman Avenue
5
Continue on MD 198
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Fort Meade Road
6
Continue on MD 198
4.4 mi
·
7 min
·
Laurel Fort Meade Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
Toward MD 32 East: Odenton
8
Merge onto MD 32
8.3 mi
·
11 min
·
Patuxent Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 97
6.0 mi
·
6 min
·
I 97
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
12
Merge onto US 50; US 301
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
John Hanson Highway
13
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
22 mi
·
30 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
15
Turn right onto MD 322
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Easton Parkway
16
Turn left onto Glebe Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Glebe Road
17
Turn straight onto North Washington Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
North Washington Street
Use the straight lane.
18
Arrive at destination
South Washington Street
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 31.9 miles from Laurel, MD, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 21.6 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 31.9 miles or 46m 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 17m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Easton, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Laurel, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Laurel, MD
This is one driving day of about 63.9 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Laurel, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 21.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.9 mi from Laurel, MD · 46m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.9 miles from Laurel, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Easton, MD
The final approach into Easton, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.59 one way
$21.19 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.60 | $23.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.39 | $24.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.11 | $28.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.71 | $3.07 |
| Efficient EV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.6 | 0 | $8.95 | $4.09 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Destination
Easton, MD
Late night in Easton on Friday
Local time
5:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°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
15 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
1h 32m 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 Laurel, MD to Easton, MD covers 63.9 miles and takes about 1h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Blue Star Memorial Highway, US 50, Patuxent Freeway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.9 miles from Laurel, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.59 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.7 miles (MD 32 / Patuxent Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 20.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Laurel, MD to Easton, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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