Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Afternoon in Montgomery Village on Saturday
Local time
3:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Randallstown, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
33.4 mi
54 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery Village, MD
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Randallstown, MD
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Trip Overview
Montgomery Village, MD to Randallstown, MD is 33.4 miles and takes about 59m via Route 97 and I 70, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience, meaning you'll encounter both highway speeds and potentially slower local road segments. Given the relatively short distance and duration, this trip is best suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical option if you need to get from one point to the other efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Route 97 | 6.6 mi | 10m |
| I 70 | 5.3 mi | 5m |
| Old Court Road | 5.1 mi | 10m |
| Sundown Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Brink Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Goshen Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Marriottsville Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Woodstock Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Route 97
— 6.6 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Randallstown, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.3 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stewartown Road
2
Turn left onto Goshen Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Goshen Road
3
Continue on Brink Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Brink Road
4
Continue on Sundown Road
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Sundown Road
5
Turn slight right onto MD 650
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Damascus Road
6
Turn sharp left onto MD 97
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Georgia Avenue
7
Continue on MD 97
6.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Route 97
8
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
9
Merge onto I 70; US 40
5.3 mi
·
5 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore National Pike
Toward US 40 East: Ellicott City
11
Turn left onto Marriottsville Road
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Marriottsville Road
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on Marriottsville Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Marriottsville Road
13
Turn right onto MD 99
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Old Frederick Road
14
Turn left onto Woodstock Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodstock Road
15
Continue on MD 125
5.1 mi
·
10 min
·
Old Court Road
16
Enter roundabout onto Greens Lane
124 ft
·
3 sec
·
Greens Lane
17
Continue on Greens Lane
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Greens Lane
18
Turn right onto MD 26
32 ft
·
0 sec
·
Liberty Road
19
Arrive at destination
MD 26
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 16.7 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 9.6 and 32.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
9.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Turn sharp left onto MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
17.8 mi into trip
|
~31m in
|
I 70; US 40
Merge onto I 70; US 40
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
23.1 mi into trip
|
~37m in
|
US 40 / Baltimore National Pike
Keep slight right at fork onto US 40 / Baltimore National Pike toward US 40 East: Ellicott City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 40 East: Ellicott City
6
24.1 mi into trip
|
~38m in
|
Marriottsville Road
Turn left onto Marriottsville Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
32.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
Greens Lane
Enter roundabout onto Greens Lane
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.54 one way
$11.07 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.06 | $12.13 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.48 | $12.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.37 | $14.75 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10 | 0 | $3.51 | $1.60 |
| Efficient EV | 8.4 | 0 | $2.92 | $1.34 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.68 | $2.14 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Randallstown, MD
Afternoon in Randallstown on Saturday
Local time
3:31 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
17 mi in
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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This 33.4-mile journey features a 36% highway share, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 6.6 miles on Route 97. You'll experience a mixed drive, transitioning between the efficient pace of I-70 and the more local feel of Route 97 and Old Court Road. The initial part of the drive might feel more open, while later segments could involve more turns and varied speed limits as you approach your destination. Be prepared for this shift in road character to manage your expectations and driving style.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.6 mi on Route 97.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 9.6 miles in near MD 97 / Georgia Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 33.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 9.6 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17.8 miles (I 70; US 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (US 40 / Baltimore National Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 33.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.6 miles on Route 97. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 9.6 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17.8 miles (I 70; US 40): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.1 miles (US 40 / Baltimore National Pike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Randallstown, MD before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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