Trip from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD

Q: How long is the trip from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD?

The drive from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Solomons Island Road, South Solomons Island Road, North Solomons Island Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 32 miles from Lexington Park, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

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.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: What towns show up on signs driving from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD?

The route from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Drive Time

1h 38m

Distance

64 mi

103 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min

4 AM

1h 31m ★

6 AM

1h 39m

8 AM

1h 54m

10 AM

1h 44m

12 PM

1h 42m

3 PM

1h 45m

5 PM

1h 53m

8 PM

1h 34m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Annapolis, MD

Jason Gooljar

Trip Overview

Traveling from Lexington Park to Annapolis covers 64 miles of Maryland’s landscape, typically taking about 1 hour and 38 minutes to complete. This route serves as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations along the way. You can expect to spend approximately $11 on fuel for the journey, making it a very affordable excursion. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region, the transition between them is seamless and familiar. Because there are no mandatory stops scheduled, you have the freedom to complete the drive in one steady push. It is an ideal choice for travelers looking for a practical, direct connection between these two Maryland hubs.

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

32 miles from Lexington Park, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive as you navigate your way north. You will spend the entirety of the trip on Solomons Island Road and its various segments, as this route features no highway driving. While you won't be cruising on high-speed interstates, the path offers a consistent rhythm through local corridors. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs over 18.9 miles, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns found elsewhere. Prepare for a hands-on driving experience where the road surface changes predictably as you move from the southern peninsula toward the state capital.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Solomons Island Road is the longest continuous segment at about 18.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 35.8 miles in near MD 2.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 64 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 35.8 miles (MD 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 61 miles (MD 2): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

35.8 mi into trip | ~53m in | MD 2

Take the exit onto MD 2

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane.

61 mi into trip | ~1h 33m in | MD 2

Take the exit onto MD 2 toward US 301 East, US 50 East: Bay Bridge

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. Toward US 301 East, US 50 East: Bay Bridge

62 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital

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 24 Toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, An...

62.2 mi into trip | ~1h 35m in

Keep slight right at fork toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South

63.9 mi into trip | ~1h 38m in | School Street

Enter roundabout onto School Street

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Solomons Island Road	18.9 mi	29m
South Solomons Island Road	18.6 mi	26m
North Solomons Island Road	14.6 mi	22m
Three Notch Road	4.5 mi	7m
Patuxent Beach Road	2.5 mi	3m
Thomas Johnson Bridge	1.4 mi	2m
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard	1.3 mi	2m
John Hanson Highway	0.6 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Solomons Island Road — 18.9 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lexington Park, MD and Annapolis, MD.

Start on MD 235

4.5 mi · 7 min · Three Notch Road

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto MD 4

2.5 mi · 3 min · Patuxent Beach Road

Use the none lane.

Continue on MD 4

1.4 mi · 2 min · Thomas Johnson Bridge

Continue on MD 4

19 mi · 26 min · South Solomons Island Road

Use the straight lane.

Continue on MD 2; MD 4

9.0 mi · 13 min · North Solomons Island Road

Use the left / straight lanes.

Take the exit onto MD 2

422 ft · 12 sec · MD 2

Use the right lane.

Merge onto MD 2

5.7 mi · 9 min · North Solomons Island Road

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto MD 2

162 ft · 2 sec · Solomons Island Road

Continue on MD 2

0.1 mi · 11 sec · Solomons Island Road

Continue on MD 2

0.6 mi · 50 sec · New Solomoms Island Road

Continue on MD 2

6.1 mi · 9 min · Solomons Island Road

Use the none lane.

Enter roundabout onto MD 2

34 ft · 0 sec · Solomons Island Road

Continue on MD 2

13 mi · 19 min · Solomons Island Road

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto MD 2

0.4 mi · 46 sec · MD 2

Toward US 301 East, US 50 East: Bay Bridge Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto US 50; US 301; MD 2

0.6 mi · 49 sec · John Hanson Highway

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Exit 24 Toward MD 70: Rowe Boulevard, Bestgate Road, Annapolis, Maryland Fire-Rescue Memorial, Historic Annapolis State Capital Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Toward MD 70 : Rowe Boulevard, Annapolis South

Turn straight onto MD 70

1.1 mi · 1 min · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard

Turn left onto Northwest Street

0.1 mi · 22 sec · Northwest Street

Enter roundabout onto School Street

0.1 mi · 16 sec · School Street

Continue on School Street

137 ft · 5 sec · School Street

Arrive at destination

School Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on local roads is always a smart move. Because the entire journey relies on a single main road system, keep a close eye on your navigation for the frequent turns that define this path. You don't need to worry about complex refueling strategies with an $11 gas budget, but topping off before you leave Lexington Park ensures a stress-free arrival. If you find the 1 hour and 38-minute drive tiring, remember that you are never far from local amenities along the Solomons Island Road corridor. Staying alert for changing speed limits on these local stretches will help you maintain a smooth pace for the duration of your travel.

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 32 miles from Lexington Park, MD, or about 47m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.9 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 64 miles or 1h 38m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 32 miles or 47m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Annapolis, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lexington Park, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Lexington Park, MD

This is one driving day of about 64 miles and 1h 38m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lexington Park, 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.

The longest stretch is on Solomons Island Road for about 18.9 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 32 mi from Lexington Park, MD · 47m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32 miles from Lexington Park, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Annapolis, MD

The final approach into Annapolis, 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 Annapolis, 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

$10.59 one way

$21.18 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 22 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$11.59	$23.18
premium	$4.92	$12.40	$24.80
diesel	$5.64	$14.22	$28.44

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, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	19.2	$6.72	$3.07
Efficient EV	16	$5.60	$2.56
EV Truck/SUV	25.6	$8.96	$4.10

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.

Forecast data refreshed 12 hours ago

Origin

Lexington Park, MD

Evening in Lexington Park on Sunday

Local time

7:59 PM

EDT

Current temp

81°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Annapolis, MD

Evening in Annapolis on Sunday

Local time

7:59 PM

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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

1h 38m 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 Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 64 miles and takes about 1h 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Solomons Island Road, South Solomons Island Road, North Solomons Island Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 32 miles from Lexington Park, 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.

The route from Lexington Park, MD to Annapolis, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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