Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Evening in Montgomery Village on Sunday
Local time
5:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Arbutus, MD
Drive Time
55m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
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6 AM
0h 55m
8 AM
1h 4m
10 AM
0h 58m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery Village, MD
Altamart
Arbutus, MD
Gianpiero Ferraro
Trip Overview
For a quick trip across Maryland, this 39.9-mile journey from Montgomery Village to Arbutus is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 55 minutes. You will primarily utilize the Intercounty Connector, I-95, and Midcounty Highway to navigate between these two Northeast locations. Because the entire route is easily manageable in a single day, there is no need to worry about overnight lodging. You can expect to spend roughly $7 on fuel for the trip, making it a very budget-friendly option. Whether you are heading out for business or a personal errand, this drive offers a practical connection between the two points without unnecessary complications. It is a no-fuss route that gets you where you need to go efficiently.
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
20 miles from Montgomery Village, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition from local roads to high-speed thoroughfares. With 31% of the trip spent on highways, the pace shifts significantly depending on your segment. You will spend your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 15.9 miles on the Intercounty Connector, which offers a steady flow compared to the more variable traffic patterns found on other parts of the route. The character of the drive changes as you move away from the local Midcounty Highway stretches and merge onto the busier I-95 corridor. It is a functional, hybrid experience that requires you to stay alert as you navigate these varying road types.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Intercounty Connector is the longest continuous segment at about 15.9 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 21.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 39.9 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
21.5 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
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 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
7
21.9 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
8
22.5 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the none lane.
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
8
37.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward I 195 East, MD 166: BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Catonsville
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.
Exit 47A-B
Toward I 195 East, MD 166: BWI Thurgood Marshal...
8
37.5 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 166: Catonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 47B
Toward MD 166: Catonsville
Towns Along This Route
Between Montgomery Village, MD and Arbutus, MD, road signs point toward Burtonsville and Catonsville.
Burtonsville
21.5 mi in
|
~30m
Catonsville
37.2 mi in
|
~48m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Intercounty Connector | 15.9 mi | 20m |
| I 95 | 12.5 mi | 14m |
| Midcounty Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Goshen Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Shady Grove Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Hilltop Circle | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Metropolitan Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stewartown Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Intercounty Connector
— 15.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Arbutus, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Stewartown Road
2
Turn right onto Goshen Road
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Goshen Road
Use the none lane.
3
Turn left onto MD 124
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Midcounty Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Shady Grove Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Shady Grove Road
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward MD 200 Toll East
6
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
16 mi
·
20 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Use the none lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
Use the none lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
Use the none lane.
12
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 95
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 47A-B
Toward I 195 East, MD 166: BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Catonsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 47B
Toward MD 166: Catonsville
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto MD 166
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
Metropolitan Boulevard
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
Toward UMBC Campus
Use the slight right lane.
17
Turn straight onto UMBC Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
18
Enter roundabout onto UMBC Boulevard
190 ft
·
5 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
19
Continue on UMBC Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
20
Enter roundabout onto Hilltop Circle
116 ft
·
3 sec
·
Hilltop Circle
21
Continue on Hilltop Circle
0.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Hilltop Circle
22
Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Poplar Avenue
23
Turn left onto Shelbourne Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Shelbourne Road
24
Arrive at destination
Shelbourne Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short 55-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, keeping an eye on traffic patterns near the major highway interchanges will help you maintain your pace. You won't need to plan for any scheduled stops over the 39.9-mile distance, allowing you to complete the journey in one go. Make sure your fuel tank is prepped with the estimated $7 budget before you head out, as there are no major rest stops built into this quick itinerary. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to monitor the real-time conditions on the Intercounty Connector, as that 15.9-mile stretch is the backbone of your travel time.
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 20 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.9 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 39.9 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 20 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arbutus, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montgomery Village, 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 Montgomery Village, MD
This is one driving day of about 39.9 miles and 55m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Montgomery Village, 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 Intercounty Connector for about 15.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Montgomery Village, MD · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arbutus, MD
The final approach into Arbutus, 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 Arbutus, 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
$6.60 one way
$13.20 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $7.22 | $14.45 |
| premium | $4.92 | $7.73 | $15.46 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.86 | $17.73 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Arbutus, MD
Evening in Arbutus on Sunday
Local time
5:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
24 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
55m 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 Montgomery Village, MD to Arbutus, MD covers 39.9 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Intercounty Connector, I 95, Midcounty Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Montgomery Village, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.60 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 demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 39.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Montgomery Village, MD and Arbutus, MD, road signs point toward Burtonsville and Catonsville.
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