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Trip from Londontowne, MD to Baltimore, MD

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

45m

Distance

31.2 mi

50 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 42m ★
6 AM
0h 46m
8 AM
0h 53m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 49m
5 PM
0h 53m
8 PM
0h 43m

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

Downtown Londontowne, MD, MD

Londontowne, MD

Jonathan Borba

Trip Overview

The drive from Londontowne, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 31.2 miles and takes about 45m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 97, Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Solomons Island Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 17.4 miles on I 97. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.17 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.

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.

Midpoint

15.6 miles from Londontowne, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .

Drive Character

This is a 45m highway drive covering 31.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 97 and Baltimore-Washington Parkway. The longest continuous stretch is about 17.4 miles on I 97.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 97 and Baltimore-Washington Parkway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.9 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (I 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

6
3.9 mi into trip | ~8m in

Take the exit toward MD 665 West, US 301, I 97, US 50: Aris T Allen Boulevard

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MD 665 West, US 301, I 97, US 50: Aris T...
6
4.8 mi into trip | ~9m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 97, US 50 West, US 301 South: Washington, Baltimore

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

Toward I 97, US 50 West, US 301 South: Washingt...
6
12.4 mi into trip | ~19m in | I 97

Keep slight left at fork onto I 97

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
22.8 mi into trip | ~31m in | I 97

Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson

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 17A Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
7
24.9 mi into trip | ~34m 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

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 Londontowne, MD to Baltimore, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Towson along the way.

Towson

22.8 mi in | ~31m | via I 97

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 97 17.4 mi 20m
Baltimore-Washington Parkway 4 mi 5m
Solomons Island Road 2.6 mi 4m
Baltimore Beltway 1.1 mi 1m
Russell Street 1 mi 2m
Mayo Road 0.8 mi 2m
Aris T Allen Boulevard 0.6 mi <1m
West Baltimore Street 0.6 mi 1m
Longest stretch: I 97 — 17.4 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Londontowne, MD and Baltimore, 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 MD 253

0.8 mi · 2 min · Mayo Road
4

Turn right onto MD 2

2.6 mi · 4 min · Solomons Island Road
Use the right lane.
5

Continue on MD 2

155 ft · 9 sec · Solomons Island Road
Use the left lane.
6

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 29 sec
Toward MD 665 West, US 301, I 97, US 50: Aris T Allen Boulevard
7

Merge onto MD 665

0.6 mi · 52 sec · Aris T Allen Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 1 min
Toward I 97, US 50 West, US 301 South: Washington, Baltimore
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 51 sec
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
10

Continue on I 97

6.0 mi · 6 min · I 97
11

Keep slight left at fork onto I 97

10 mi · 11 min · I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit onto I 97

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 97
Exit 17A Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson Use the slight right lane.
13

Merge onto I 695

1.1 mi · 1 min · Baltimore Beltway
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Exit 7B Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore Use the slight right lane.
15

Merge onto MD 295

4.0 mi · 5 min · Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Continue on MD 295

1.0 mi · 2 min · Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Continue on MD 295

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18

Turn right onto West Baltimore Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
19

Turn left

281 ft · 25 sec
20

At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street

212 ft · 6 sec · East Fayette Street
21

Arrive at destination

East Fayette 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 15.6 miles from Londontowne, MD, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.4 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 31 miles or 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15.6 miles or 22m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 36m

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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Londontowne, MD.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Londontowne, MD

This is one driving day of about 31.2 miles and 45m.

At 31.2 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 97 for about 17.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.6 mi from Londontowne, MD · 22m into the drive

town in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States, suburb of Washington, DC

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Kensington, MD

16 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

Dundalk, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kensington, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Londontowne, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Baltimore, MD

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Baltimore, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.17 one way

$10.35 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $5.67 $11.33
premium $4.93 $6.05 $12.10
diesel $5.61 $6.89 $13.78

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$5

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$30–$55

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.4 0 $3.28 $1.50
Efficient EV 7.8 0 $2.73 $1.25
EV Truck/SUV 12.5 0 $4.37 $2.00

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Londontowne, MD

Late night in Londontowne on Thursday

Local time

1:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Baltimore, MD

Late night in Baltimore on Thursday

Local time

1:00 AM

EDT

Current temp

51°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

2 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

45m 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 Baltimore, MD covers 31.2 miles and takes about 45m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 97, Baltimore-Washington Parkway, Solomons Island Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 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 $5.17 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 short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 31.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 45m.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (I 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Londontowne, MD to Baltimore, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Towson along the way.

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