Origin
North East, MD
Morning in North East on Saturday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North East, MD to Baltimore, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 5m
Distance
47.4 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 0m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North East, MD
Kelly
Trip Overview
The drive from North East, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, Express Toll Lanes, East Fayette Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 31.2 miles on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.86 one way before food or hotel costs.
About the Cities
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
Full guide →Slices of American history are around every corner in Baltimore. Maryland's largest city is a gritty old seaport town that's perhaps most famous as the site of Fort McHenry, where, at the height of the War of 1812, the sight of a tattered but defiant American flag flying over the harbor, despite a furious British bombardment, inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem that was later adapted into the U.S. national anthem "Star-Spangled Banner". Nowadays, Baltimore's nonstop nightlife, temperate climate, tradition of hospitality (they don't call this place "Charm City" for nothing), and cultural attractions — not to mention its prime location on the juncture of Chesapeake Bay — made it one of the major tourist destinations of the Mid-Atlantic region.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 47.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 5m drive with frequent turns across 47.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 31.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
348 ft
18 ft
Total Climb
451 ft
Total Descent
432 ft
Highest Point
348 ft
~13.5 mi in
Elevation Range
331 ft
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 34.8 miles in near Express Toll Lanes.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 47.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 34.8 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
34.8 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
41.3 mi into trip
|
~50m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
42.2 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Take the exit toward Moravia Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 14
Toward Moravia Road
6
44.1 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
US 40 / Pulaski Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto US 40 / Pulaski Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
45.3 mi into trip
|
~59m in
|
East Fayette Street
Turn right onto East Fayette Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 31.2 mi | 36m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| East Fayette Street | 2.1 mi | 5m |
| Pulaski Highway | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| North East Road | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| South Mauldin Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Moravia Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Ellwood Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
— 31.2 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North East, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on MD 272
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mauldin Avenue
2
Continue on MD 272
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North East Road
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
4
Continue on this road
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
this road
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge onto I 95
31 mi
·
36 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Exit 14
Toward Moravia Road
Use the slight left lane.
10
At end of road, turn left onto Moravia Road
344 ft
·
15 sec
·
Moravia Road
11
Turn slight right
0.6 mi
·
2 min
Toward US 40 West: Pulaski Highway
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn straight onto US 40
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Pulaski Highway
13
Keep slight left at fork onto US 40
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Pulaski Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn slight left
119 ft
·
7 sec
15
Turn left onto North Ellwood Avenue
267 ft
·
13 sec
·
North Ellwood Avenue
16
Turn right onto East Fayette Street
2.1 mi
·
5 min
·
East Fayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.7 mi from North East, MD · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.7 miles from North East, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
The final approach into Baltimore, 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
$7.86 one way
$15.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.61 | $17.21 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.19 | $18.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.47 | $20.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| Efficient EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19 | 0 | $6.64 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 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
Baltimore, MD
Morning in Baltimore on Saturday
Local time
8:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Scattered Rain Showers
SW 9 to 17 mph
30% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:18AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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
10 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
1h 5m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from North East, MD to Baltimore, MD covers 47.4 miles and takes about 1h 5m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, Express Toll Lanes, East Fayette Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.7 miles from North East, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.86 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 47.4 miles you will encounter 11 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 34.8 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 41.3 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 42.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from North East, MD to Baltimore, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 18 ft to 348 ft elevation with about 451 ft of total climbing.
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, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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