Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Late night in Montgomery Village on Monday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD
Drive Time
35m
Distance
23.6 mi
38 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 32m
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6 AM
0h 35m
8 AM
0h 41m
10 AM
0h 37m
12 PM
0h 37m
3 PM
0h 37m
5 PM
0h 41m
8 PM
0h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery Village, MD
Altamart
Adelphi, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from Montgomery Village to Adelphi, you are looking at a straightforward 23.6-mile commute across Maryland. The drive typically takes about 35 minutes under normal conditions, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a path primarily utilizing I-270, the Capital Beltway, and the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. With a fuel cost estimate of $4, this is a budget-friendly journey that keeps you within the Northeast region throughout the entire duration. Whether you are traveling for business or visiting family, the trip is short enough to offer plenty of flexibility in your daily schedule.
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
11.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between major thoroughfares and local connectors. Approximately 40% of your time will be spent on highways, providing a steady pace for the majority of the 23.6-mile distance. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch while navigating the 9.4-mile segment on I-270. As you move from the Montgomery Village area toward Adelphi, the road character shifts from regional interstate travel to the denser traffic patterns of the Capital Beltway. It is a functional, efficient route that prioritizes speed and connectivity over scenic detours.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Montgomery Village Avenue is one of the defining roads on this drive.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
476 ft
174 ft
Total Climb
384 ft
Total Descent
597 ft
Highest Point
476 ft
~5.9 mi in
Elevation Range
303 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD is easy. At 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Montgomery Village Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Quince Orchard Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Capital Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MD 650 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| New Hampshire Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Adelphi Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Montgomery Village Avenue
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Adelphi, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
Stewartown Road
2
Turn left onto Montgomery Village Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Montgomery Village Avenue
3
Continue on Quince Orchard Road
0.4 mi
·
39 sec
·
Quince Orchard Road
4
Take the ramp slight right toward I 270 South: Washington
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 270 South: Washington
5
Merge slight left onto Eisenhower Memorial Highway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight left
6.6 mi
·
9 min
7
Keep slight left to continue on I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
8
Merge slight right onto Capital Beltway
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Capital Beltway
9
Take the exit slight right toward MD 650 South: New Hampshire Avenue South, Takoma Park
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
MD 650 South: New Hampshire Avenue South, Takoma Park
10
Turn straight onto New Hampshire Avenue
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
·
New Hampshire Avenue
11
Turn left onto Adelphi Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Adelphi Road
12
Turn right onto Edwards Way
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Edwards Way
13
Turn right onto Riggs Road
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
Riggs Road
14
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 35-minute trip, you have the advantage of total schedule flexibility. Because there are no mandatory stops required for a drive of this length, you can easily complete the journey in a single push without needing to factor in rest breaks. Keep in mind that the route relies heavily on major arteries like the Capital Beltway, so checking local traffic reports before departing is a smart way to avoid unexpected congestion. Budgeting $4 for fuel should be more than sufficient for this distance. Focus on maintaining a steady speed during your 9.4-mile stretch on I-270 to ensure a smooth transition onto the rest of your route.
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 11.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 17m into the drive.
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 23.6 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.8 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Adelphi, 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 23.6 miles and 35m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.8 mi from Montgomery Village, MD · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 23.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.8 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Adelphi, MD
The final approach into Adelphi, 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 Adelphi, 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
$3.91 one way
$7.81 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.27 | $8.55 |
| premium | $4.92 | $4.57 | $9.15 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.24 | $10.49 |
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: 8.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.48 | $1.13 |
| Efficient EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.07 | $0.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.30 | $1.51 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Adelphi, MD
Late night in Adelphi on Monday
Local time
4:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
88°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
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
35m 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 Adelphi, MD covers 23.6 miles and takes about 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road, I 270 South. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.8 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 $3.91 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.
The drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD is easy. At 35m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Montgomery Village, MD to Adelphi, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 174 ft to 476 ft elevation with about 384 ft of total climbing.
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