Origin
Londontowne, MD
Afternoon in Londontowne on Thursday
Local time
12:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
1h 16m
Distance
70.1 mi
113 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 11m
★
6 AM
1h 17m
8 AM
1h 29m
10 AM
1h 21m
12 PM
1h 20m
3 PM
1h 22m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Londontowne, MD
Jonathan Borba
Frederick, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD covers 70.1 miles and takes about 1h 16m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Londontown Road, Mayo Road, Solomons Island Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.62 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 70.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 16m drive with frequent turns across 70.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 28 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Londontown Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Londontown Road | — | — |
| Mayo Road | — | — |
| Solomons Island Road | — | — |
| US 301 | — | — |
| Aris T Allen Boulevard | — | — |
| I 97 | — | — |
| I 97 North | — | — |
| I 695 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Londontown Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Londontowne, MD and Frederick, MD.
1
Start on Tacoma Road
236 ft
·
17 sec
·
Tacoma Road
2
Turn left onto Londontown Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Londontown Road
3
Turn right onto Mayo Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Mayo Road
4
Turn right onto Solomons Island Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Solomons Island Road
5
Continue on Solomons Island Road
154 ft
·
9 sec
·
Solomons Island Road
6
Take the exit slight right toward MD 665 West, US 301, I 97, US 50: Aris T Allen Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
MD 665 West, US 301, I 97, US 50: Aris T Allen Boulevard
7
Merge slight left onto Aris T Allen Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Aris T Allen Boulevard
8
Keep slight left to continue on I 97, US 50 West, US 301 South: Washington, Baltimore
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97, US 50 West, US 301 South: Washington, Baltimore
9
Keep slight right to continue on I 97 North: Baltimore
0.6 mi
·
51 sec
·
I 97 North: Baltimore
10
Continue straight
6.0 mi
·
6 min
11
Keep slight left
10 mi
·
11 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
13
Merge slight right onto Baltimore Beltway
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
14
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
15
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Frederick
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 West: Frederick
16
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
17
Continue straight
12 mi
·
12 min
18
Continue straight
11 mi
·
11 min
19
Take the exit slight right toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
20
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Frederick, East Street
420 ft
·
10 sec
·
Downtown Frederick, East Street
21
Turn straight onto Buckeystown Pike
427 ft
·
9 sec
·
Buckeystown Pike
22
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Street
23
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Street
24
Exit the roundabout onto East Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Street
25
Turn left onto East South Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East South Street
26
Turn right onto South Carroll Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Carroll Street
27
Turn left onto East Patrick Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Patrick Street
28
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.1 mi from Londontowne, MD · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.1 miles from Londontowne, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.62 one way
$23.24 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.73 | $25.46 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.59 | $27.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.48 | $30.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.5 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 | 21 | 0 | $7.36 | $3.36 |
| Efficient EV | 17.5 | 0 | $6.13 | $2.80 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28 | 0 | $9.81 | $4.49 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Frederick, MD
Afternoon in Frederick on Thursday
Local time
12:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
14 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
1h 16m 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 Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD covers 70.1 miles and takes about 1h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Londontown Road, Mayo Road, Solomons Island Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.1 miles from Londontowne, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.62 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 drive from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD is easy. At 1h 16m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Londontowne, MD to Frederick, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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