Origin
Linthicum, MD
Night in Linthicum on Tuesday
Local time
9:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Linthicum, MD to Baltimore, MD
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
14m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Linthicum, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
Traveling the 7.7 miles from Linthicum to Baltimore is a quick, straightforward trip that typically takes about 14 minutes. Because the route is entirely within the Northeast region of Maryland, you won't need to worry about regional transitions or overnight stays. This short excursion is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring only about $1 in fuel costs to complete. With no planned stops required, you can focus on a direct commute between these two points. It is a highly efficient drive that serves as a practical link for anyone needing to navigate between these locations quickly.
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
3.9 miles from Linthicum, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that balances high-speed transit with urban access. You will spend roughly 52% of your time on highways, utilizing the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, the Baltimore Beltway, and Russell Street to reach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs over 4 miles on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, providing a brief window of steady cruising before you transition into local road conditions. As you progress, the character of the road shifts from regional highway infrastructure into the more concentrated traffic patterns of the city. It is a functional, no-nonsense route that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore-Washington Parkway is the longest continuous segment at about 4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (MD 295 / Baltimore-Washington Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.5 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 695 West: Towson
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 695 West: Towson
7
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
5
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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MD 295 / Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Merge onto MD 295 / Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
7 mi into trip
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~11m in
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West Baltimore Street
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
6
7.7 mi into trip
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~14m in
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East Fayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Camp Meade Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Fayette Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Linthicum, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on MD 170
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Camp Meade Road
2
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 695 West: Towson
Use the right lane.
3
Merge onto I 695
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Baltimore Beltway
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto MD 295
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
7
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
10
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
11
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Since this is such a brief journey, you have maximum flexibility in your departure timing, though you should keep an eye on local traffic patterns when entering Baltimore via Russell Street. Because the entire trip is only 14 minutes long, you won't need to plan for mid-route rest stops or complex fueling logistics. Keep your $1 fuel budget in mind, but otherwise, enjoy the simplicity of such a short transit. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to monitor the transition points between the Baltimore-Washington Parkway and the city streets, as these merge areas often see the most significant changes in vehicle flow.
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 3.9 miles from Linthicum, MD, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4 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 7.7 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.9 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Linthicum, 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 Linthicum, MD
This is one driving day of about 7.7 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Linthicum, 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 Baltimore-Washington Parkway for about 4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.9 mi from Linthicum, MD · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.9 miles from Linthicum, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
The final approach into Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, 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
$1.28 one way
$2.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.49 | $2.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Destination
Baltimore, MD
Night in Baltimore on Tuesday
Local time
9:56 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
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
14m 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 Linthicum, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 7.7 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Russell Street, Baltimore Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.9 miles from Linthicum, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.28 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 7.7 miles you will encounter 7 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 0.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (MD 295 / Baltimore-Washington Parkway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Linthicum, MD to Baltimore, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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