Origin
North East, MD
Morning in North East on Monday
Local time
10:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North East, MD to Frederick, MD
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
98 mi
158 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
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6 AM
1h 41m
8 AM
1h 56m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 47m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Frederick, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from North East, MD to Frederick, MD covers 98 miles and takes about 1h 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on North East Road, I 95 South, John F for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $16.22 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
49 miles from North East, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 40m drive with frequent turns across 98 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 27 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
North East Road 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 North East, MD to Frederick, MD is easy. At 1h 40m 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 North East, MD to Frederick, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| North East Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 95 South | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| John F | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Express Toll Lanes | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 695 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Baltimore Beltway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
North East Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North East, MD and Frederick, MD.
1
Start on South Mauldin Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Mauldin Avenue
2
Continue on North East Road
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
North East Road
3
Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Baltimore
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
I 95 South: Baltimore
4
Continue on I 95 South: Baltimore
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
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I 95 South: Baltimore
5
Keep slight left
0.6 mi
·
1 min
6
Merge slight left onto John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
31 mi
·
36 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
7
Keep slight left to continue on Express Toll Lanes
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
8
Keep slight right to continue on Express Toll Lanes
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
9
Merge slight right
3.9 mi
·
5 min
10
Keep slight right
7.0 mi
·
9 min
11
Take the exit slight right toward I 695 West: Towson
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 695 West: Towson
12
Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Frederick
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 70 West: Frederick
15
Merge slight left
14 mi
·
15 min
16
Continue straight
12 mi
·
12 min
17
Continue straight
11 mi
·
11 min
18
Take the exit slight right toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
19
Keep slight right to continue on Downtown Frederick, East Street
420 ft
·
10 sec
·
Downtown Frederick, East Street
20
Turn straight onto Buckeystown Pike
427 ft
·
9 sec
·
Buckeystown Pike
21
Continue on East Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
East Street
22
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Street
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
East Street
23
Exit the roundabout onto East Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
East Street
24
Turn left onto East South Street
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
East South Street
25
Turn right onto South Carroll Street
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
South Carroll Street
26
Turn left onto East Patrick Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
East Patrick Street
27
Arrive at your destination
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 49 miles from North East, MD, or about 50m 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 80 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 49 miles or 50m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frederick, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North East, 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 North East, MD
This is one driving day of about 98 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North East, 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 49 mi from North East, MD · 50m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
49 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 49 miles from North East, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Frederick, MD
The final approach into Frederick, 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 Frederick, 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
$16.22 one way
$32.43 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $17.74 | $35.49 |
| premium | $4.92 | $18.99 | $37.98 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $21.77 | $43.54 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29.4 | 0 | $10.29 | $4.70 |
| Efficient EV | 24.5 | 0 | $8.58 | $3.92 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 39.2 | 0 | $13.72 | $6.27 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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.
Destination
Frederick, MD
Morning in Frederick on Monday
Local time
10:47 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°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
18 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 40m 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 East, MD to Frederick, MD covers 98 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are North East Road, I 95 South, John F. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 49 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 $16.22 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 North East, MD to Frederick, MD is easy. At 1h 40m 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 North East, MD to Frederick, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from North East, MD to Frederick, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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