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Trip from Montgomery Village, MD to Rossville, MD

Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026

Drive Time

1h 14m

Distance

55.1 mi

89 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$9

one way

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 18 min
4 AM
1h 8m ★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 26m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 19m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 11m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States

Montgomery Village, MD

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census designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Rossville, MD

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Trip Overview

The drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Rossville, MD covers 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Intercounty Connector, Pulaski Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 25.8 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.13 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

27.6 miles from Montgomery Village, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

The drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Rossville, MD covers 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 14m, using a mix of highways and local roads.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 25.8 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

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 55.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 12 key points

These 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
6
22.5 mi into trip | ~31m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
7
23.4 mi into trip | ~32m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
6
44.8 mi into trip | ~58m in | I 95

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
50.5 mi into trip | ~1h 6m in

Take the exit toward US 40 East: Pulaski Highway

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 61 Toward US 40 East: Pulaski Highway

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Rossville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.

Burtonsville

21.5 mi in | ~30m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 25.8 mi 32m
Intercounty Connector 15.9 mi 20m
Pulaski Highway 4.3 mi 6m
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
Longest stretch: I 95 — 25.8 mi, about 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Rossville, 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
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
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
9

Keep slight left at fork

0.9 mi · 1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
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
12

Merge onto I 95

20 mi · 24 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Keep slight left at fork onto I 95

5.7 mi · 7 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Exit 61 Toward US 40 East: Pulaski Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on US 40

3.8 mi · 6 min · Pulaski Highway
16

Continue on US 40

0.5 mi · 47 sec · Pulaski Highway
17

Arrive at destination

US 40

Trip Plan

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 27.6 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 25.8 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 12 miles or 18m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 27.6 miles or 37m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 1m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rossville, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Montgomery Village, MD

This is one driving day of about 55.1 miles and 1h 14m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Montgomery Village, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 25.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 27.6 mi from Montgomery Village, MD · 37m into the drive

city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Laurel, MD

28 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

North Bethesda, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Laurel, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Rossville, MD

The final approach into Rossville, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$9.13 one way

$18.27 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 19 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $10.00 $20.01
premium $4.93 $10.69 $21.37
diesel $5.61 $12.17 $24.33

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$9

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$34–$59

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 16.5 0 $5.79 $2.64
Efficient EV 13.8 0 $4.82 $2.20
EV Truck/SUV 22 0 $7.71 $3.53

Gas CO2

19 kg

EV CO2

6 kg (68% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Montgomery Village, MD

Evening in Montgomery Village on Wednesday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Rossville, MD

Evening in Rossville on Wednesday

Local time

7:40 PM

EDT

Current temp

64°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

4 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

1h 14m 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 Rossville, MD covers 55.1 miles and takes about 1h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Intercounty Connector, Pulaski Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 27.6 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 $9.13 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 55.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 22.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Montgomery Village, MD to Rossville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.

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