Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Evening in Montgomery Village on Sunday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Beltsville, MD
Drive Time
36m
Distance
25.5 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 33m
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6 AM
0h 36m
8 AM
0h 42m
10 AM
0h 38m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 34m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery Village, MD
Altamart
Beltsville, MD
Carly Dernetz
Trip Overview
Stretching just 25.5 miles across Maryland, this trip from Montgomery Village to Beltsville is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 36 minutes. Because of the short distance, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $4 on fuel for the entire journey, making it a very budget-friendly transit. You will navigate through the Northeast region using a combination of Midcounty Highway, the Intercounty Connector, and Baltimore Avenue. It is a practical, no-nonsense route that works well for those looking to reach their destination quickly without the need for multiple stops.
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
12.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that transitions between high-speed infrastructure and standard surface roads. You will spend 100% of the journey on highways, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 17.2 miles along the Intercounty Connector. While the highway segments offer a brief period of consistent speed, the remainder of the route requires navigating local turns as you transition toward Baltimore Avenue. The personality of this drive is functional rather than scenic, moving you efficiently through Maryland's local landscape. Be prepared to shift your focus from highway cruising to attentive local driving as you approach your final destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 10 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 17.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Goshen Road.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 25.5 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 0.3 miles (Goshen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (MD 124 / Midcounty Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector): 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.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Goshen Road
Turn right onto Goshen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
1.7 mi into trip
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~3m in
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MD 124 / Midcounty Highway
Turn left onto MD 124 / Midcounty Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
5.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector
Merge onto MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
22.8 mi into trip
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~31m in
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MD 200 Toll
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 200 Toll toward US 1 South: Beltsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 1 South: Beltsville
4
25.5 mi into trip
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~36m in
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MD 212A / Powder Mill Road
Turn right onto MD 212A / Powder Mill Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Intercounty Connector | 17.2 mi | 21m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Midcounty Highway | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Goshen Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Shady Grove Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Stewartown Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| MD 200 Toll | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Powder Mill Road | <0.1 mi | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Intercounty Connector
— 17.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Beltsville, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
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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
17 mi
·
21 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Use the none lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 200 Toll
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
MD 200 Toll
Toward US 1 South: Beltsville
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn straight onto US 1
2.6 mi
·
4 min
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Baltimore Avenue
Use the none lane.
9
Turn right onto MD 212A
13 ft
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0 sec
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Powder Mill Road
10
Arrive at destination
MD 212A
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 36-minute excursion, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns typical of the region. There are no planned stops on this route, so ensure you have everything you need before you head out from Montgomery Village. Fuel costs are minimal at $4, allowing you to focus your budget elsewhere during your day. Because the drive is short, use the time to ensure your navigation is set for the specific turn-heavy sections on local roads. Keep a close eye on your GPS when exiting the Intercounty Connector to ensure a smooth transition onto the local streets of Beltsville.
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 12.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.2 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 25.5 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.8 miles or 19m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 30m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beltsville, 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 25.5 miles and 36m.
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 17.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.8 mi from Montgomery Village, MD · 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beltsville, MD
The final approach into Beltsville, 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 Beltsville, 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
$4.22 one way
$8.44 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.62 | $9.23 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.67 | $11.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.68 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.23 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.57 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Beltsville, MD
Evening in Beltsville on Sunday
Local time
5:25 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
13 mi in
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
26 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
36m 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 Beltsville, MD covers 25.5 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Intercounty Connector, Baltimore Avenue, Midcounty Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.8 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 $4.22 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 25.5 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 0.3 miles (Goshen Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.7 miles (MD 124 / Midcounty Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.6 miles (MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Montgomery Village, MD to Beltsville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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