Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Night in Montgomery Village on Wednesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Rockville, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
16m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 15m
★
6 AM
0h 17m
8 AM
0h 20m
10 AM
0h 18m
12 PM
0h 18m
3 PM
0h 18m
5 PM
0h 20m
8 PM
0h 16m
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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Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This short, 9.4-mile drive from Montgomery Village to Rockville in Maryland takes about 16 minutes, making it an easy day trip. You'll primarily travel on local roads like Montgomery Village Avenue, with a brief 2.5-mile stretch on I-270. The estimated fuel cost is a modest $2. Given its brevity and the absence of designated stops, this trip is best suited for a single outing rather than an overnight split. The route remains within the Northeast region of Maryland, offering a convenient local journey.
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
4.7 miles from Montgomery Village, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 9.4-mile journey. While only 26% of the route involves highway travel, including a 2.5-mile segment on I-270, the majority of your time will be spent navigating city streets and avenues. The road character shifts from urban or suburban thoroughfares to a brief interstate experience before returning to local roads. This means you'll be adjusting speed and focus frequently as you transition between different driving environments.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 270 is the longest continuous segment at about 2.5 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 5.4 miles in near I 270.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.4 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 5.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles (MD 28 / Key West Highway): 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
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
7.8 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6B-A
Toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
5
8 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
MD 28 / Key West Highway
Turn left onto MD 28 / Key West Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
9.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
West Montgomery Avenue
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
9.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
South Washington Street
Turn right onto South Washington Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Montgomery Village Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Quince Orchard Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stewartown Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Key West Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 2.5 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Rockville, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stewartown Road
2
Turn left onto Montgomery Village Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Montgomery Village Avenue
3
Continue on MD 124
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Quince Orchard Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 270 South: Washington
5
Merge onto I 270
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 6B-A
Toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto MD 28
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Key West Highway
Use the left lane.
9
Continue on MD 28
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
10
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
West Montgomery Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Turn right onto South Washington Street
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
South Washington Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
South Washington Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just 16 minutes, this trip offers a lot of flexibility for departure time. Consider leaving mid-morning or early afternoon to avoid potential commuter traffic on local roads. Since there are no recommended stops and the drive is short, you won't need to plan for extensive breaks, though a quick fuel top-up might be wise if your tank is low, given the $2 estimated cost. Keep an eye out for frequent turns on Montgomery Village Avenue and other local streets to ensure you stay on track for Rockville.
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 4.7 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.5 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 9 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 12m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rockville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Montgomery Village, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montgomery Village, MD
This is one driving day of about 9.4 miles and 16m.
At 9.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 270 for about 2.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from Montgomery Village, MD · 8m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Rockville, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Rockville, 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
$1.56 one way
$3.12 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.71 | $3.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.82 | $3.65 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.08 | $4.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Rockville, MD
Night in Rockville on Wednesday
Local time
11:24 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°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
1 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
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 Montgomery Village, MD to Rockville, MD covers 9.4 miles and takes about 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 270, Eisenhower Memorial Highway, Montgomery Village Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 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 $1.56 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 9.4 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 5.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles (MD 28 / Key West Highway): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Montgomery Village, MD to Rockville, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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