The drive from North Bethesda, MD to Perryman, MD covers 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 30m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Harbor Tunnel Thruway, John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 11.7 miles on I 95.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $11.12 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.
Midpoint
33.6 miles from North Bethesda, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 46m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 30m. Total distance: 67.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 30m drive with frequent turns across 67.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 33 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 11.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 67.1 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.3 miles (MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 23 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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0.3 mi into trip|~1m in|MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road
Turn right onto MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
13.9 mi into trip|~22m 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
7
15.9 mi into trip|~25m 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
7
28.9 mi into trip|~40m in|I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Take the exit onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thr...
7
62.5 mi into trip|~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward MD 543: Belcamp
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 80
Toward MD 543: Belcamp
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 North Bethesda, MD to Perryman, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
Burtonsville
13.9 mi in|~22m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
11.7 mi
13m
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
11.6 mi
15m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
11 mi
12m
Express Toll Lanes
8.5 mi
9m
Randolph Road
6.6 mi
11m
Intercounty Connector
5.2 mi
6m
Riverside Parkway
1.6 mi
2m
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 11.7 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bethesda, MD and Perryman, MD.
1
Start on Tudor Lane
146 ft·8 sec·Tudor Lane
2
At end of road, turn left onto Tudor Lane
338 ft·20 sec·Tudor Lane
3
Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive
347 ft·20 sec·Commonwealth Drive
4
Turn left onto Nicholson Lane
0.1 mi·27 sec·Nicholson Lane
5
Turn right onto MD 187
0.3 mi·32 sec·Old Georgetown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Towne Road
0.2 mi·24 sec·Towne Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Josiah Henson Parkway
0.3 mi·29 sec·Josiah Henson Parkway
8
Continue on Randolph Road
6.6 mi·11 min·Randolph Road
9
Turn left onto MD 650
0.9 mi·1 min·New Hampshire Avenue
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·29 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
11
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
5.2 mi·6 min·Intercounty Connector
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 19CToward I 95: Laurel, BurtonsvilleUse the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·39 sec
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·39 sec
Toward MD 198 West: BurtonsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·50 sec
17
Merge onto I 95
12 mi·13 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto I 895
5.7 mi·6 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit 46Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel ThruwayUse the slight right lane.
19
Continue on I 895
1.0 mi·1 min·Harbor Tunnel Throughway
20
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi·3 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi·2 min·Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
22
Continue on I 895
3.7 mi·5 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
8.5 mi·9 min·Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
297 ft·3 sec
25
Merge onto I 95
11 mi·12 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 80Toward MD 543: BelcampUse the slight right lane.
27
Turn right onto MD 543
1.6 mi·2 min·Riverside Parkway
Use the left lane.
28
Turn right onto US 40
1.0 mi·1 min·Pulaski Highway
Use the right lane.
29
Continue on US 40
0.5 mi·35 sec·South Philadelphia Boulevard
30
Turn right onto Spesutia Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Spesutia Road
31
Turn straight onto MD 159
468 ft·14 sec·Perryman Road
32
Continue on MD 159
0.2 mi·35 sec·Perryman Road
Use the right lane.
33
Arrive at destination
MD 159
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 33.6 miles from North Bethesda, MD, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 11.7 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 15 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.6 miles or 46m 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 15m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Perryman, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Bethesda, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Bethesda, MD
This is one driving day of about 67.1 miles and 1h 30m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from North Bethesda, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 11.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.6 mi from North Bethesda, MD
· 46m into the drive
The midpoint is around 33.6 miles from North Bethesda, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Perryman, MD
The final approach into Perryman, 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.1
0
$7.05
$3.22
Efficient EV
16.8
0
$5.87
$2.68
EV Truck/SUV
26.8
0
$9.39
$4.29
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
North Bethesda, MD
Afternoon
in North Bethesda on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Perryman, MD
Afternoon
in Perryman on Friday
Local time
12:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
6 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 30m 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 North Bethesda, MD to Perryman, MD covers 67.1 miles and takes about 1h 30m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Harbor Tunnel Thruway, John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33.6 miles from North Bethesda, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.12 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 67.1 miles you will encounter 23 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 0.3 miles (MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 15.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from North Bethesda, MD to Perryman, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
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, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
