Origin
New Carrollton, MD
Evening in New Carrollton on Wednesday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 9m
Distance
56.2 mi
90 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 4m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 14m
5 PM
1h 20m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Carrollton, MD
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South Bel Air, MD
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Trip Overview
This 56.2-mile drive from New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD is a straightforward day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 9 minutes to complete. With an estimated fuel cost of $9, it's an economical choice for a quick journey. The route traverses within the Northeast region, staying entirely within Maryland. Its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests a more involved navigation than a simple highway cruise, making it best suited for a single day rather than an overnight split. This trip is ideal if you're looking for a relatively short, budget-friendly excursion without extensive travel time.
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
28.1 miles from New Carrollton, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a local driving experience on this 56.2-mile route, characterized by frequent turns rather than sustained highway cruising. With a 0% highway share, the entire journey unfolds on local roads, meaning you'll be actively navigating at intersections for the full 1 hour and 9 minutes. There isn't a 'longest stretch' defined, reinforcing the idea of a continuously changing road profile. This type of drive requires your attention to be on the immediate surroundings and navigation, offering a more intimate connection with the landscape you're passing through, albeit without long, uninterrupted stretches of speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lamont Drive is one of the defining roads on this drive.
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 New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD is easy. At 1h 9m 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 New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lamont Drive | — | — |
| Good Luck Road | — | — |
| Hanover Parkway | — | — |
| Greenbelt Road | — | — |
| MD 295 North | — | — |
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | — | — |
| I 895 North | — | — |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Lamont Drive
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Carrollton, MD and South Bel Air, MD.
1
Start on Carrollton Parkway
108 ft
·
9 sec
·
Carrollton Parkway
2
Turn right onto Lamont Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Lamont Drive
3
Turn right onto Good Luck Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Good Luck Road
4
Turn left onto Hanover Parkway
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanover Parkway
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hanover Parkway
56 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hanover Parkway
6
Exit the roundabout onto Hanover Parkway
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Hanover Parkway
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hanover Parkway
59 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hanover Parkway
8
Exit the roundabout onto Hanover Parkway
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hanover Parkway
9
Turn left onto Greenbelt Road
476 ft
·
19 sec
·
Greenbelt Road
10
Take the ramp slight right toward MD 295 North: Baltimore-Washington Parkway North
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
MD 295 North: Baltimore-Washington Parkway North
11
Merge slight left onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
21 mi
·
28 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
13
Merge slight left onto Harbor Tunnel Thruway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
14
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Throughway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
15
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Thruway
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
16
Continue on Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
17
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Thruway
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
18
Keep slight left to continue on Express Toll Lanes
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
19
Keep slight right
299 ft
·
4 sec
20
Merge slight right onto John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
21
Take the exit slight right toward MD 24: Bel Air, Edgewood
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
MD 24: Bel Air, Edgewood
22
Keep slight left to continue on MD 24 North: Bel Air
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
MD 24 North: Bel Air
23
Turn left onto Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
24
Turn right onto West Ring Factory Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ring Factory Road
25
Turn left onto Emmorton Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Emmorton Road
26
Continue on South Main Street
495 ft
·
18 sec
·
South Main Street
27
Turn right onto East MacPhail Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East MacPhail Road
28
Turn left onto South Shamrock Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Shamrock Road
29
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a short, 56.2-mile trip estimated to take just over an hour, you have considerable flexibility with your departure time. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid peak commuter traffic, which is especially relevant for a 'turn-heavy local drive.' You won't need to plan for multiple extensive stops, but short breaks for fuel or a quick stretch are always wise, especially with an estimated $9 fuel cost. Pay close attention to GPS or navigation as you'll be making numerous turns throughout the 1 hour and 9 minute journey. A good tip for this route is to ensure your phone or GPS is fully charged before you depart, as frequent navigation adjustments will be key.
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 28.1 miles from New Carrollton, MD, or about 34m 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 12 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.1 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 59m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Bel Air, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving New Carrollton, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Carrollton, MD
This is one driving day of about 56.2 miles and 1h 9m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from New Carrollton, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.1 mi from New Carrollton, MD · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.1 miles from New Carrollton, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in South Bel Air, MD
The final approach into South Bel Air, 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
$9.32 one way
$18.63 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.20 | $20.41 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.90 | $21.80 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.41 | $24.82 |
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: 19.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.9 | 0 | $5.90 | $2.70 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.92 | $2.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.87 | $3.60 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
South Bel Air, MD
Evening in South Bel Air on Wednesday
Local time
6:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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 9m 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 New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD covers 56.2 miles and takes about 1h 9m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lamont Drive, Good Luck Road, Hanover Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.1 miles from New Carrollton, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.32 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 New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD is easy. At 1h 9m 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 New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from New Carrollton, MD to South Bel Air, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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