Origin
Olney, MD
Evening in Olney on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Bennsville, MD
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
53.7 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olney, MD
RDNE Stock project
Bennsville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
The drive from Olney, MD to Bennsville, MD covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Capital Beltway, Indian Head Highway, New Hampshire Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 24.3 miles on Capital Beltway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.89 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
26.9 miles from Olney, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 40m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 19m drive with frequent turns across 53.7 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Capital Beltway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
542 ft
55 ft
Total Climb
376 ft
Total Descent
724 ft
Highest Point
542 ft
Elevation Range
487 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 7.5 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 53.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
7.5 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward MD 650: Ashton, White Oak
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 13
Toward MD 650: Ashton, White Oak
8
7.7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 650 South: White Oak
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward MD 650 South: White Oak
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 East: Baltimore, College Park
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, College Park
8
37.4 mi into trip
|
~54m in
|
I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
8
37.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
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 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Towns Along This Route
Between Olney, MD and Bennsville, MD, road signs point toward White Oak, College Park and Forest Heights.
White Oak
7.5 mi in
|
~11m
College Park
12.9 mi in
|
~21m
Forest Heights
37.9 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 24.3 mi | 32m |
| Indian Head Highway | 10.3 mi | 15m |
| New Hampshire Avenue | 5.1 mi | 9m |
| Intercounty Connector | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Bensville Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Georgia Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Berry Road | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 24.3 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olney, MD and Bennsville, MD.
1
Start on 18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
2
Turn slight left
497 ft
·
20 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
4
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
4.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Intercounty Connector
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 13
Toward MD 650: Ashton, White Oak
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
361 ft
·
8 sec
Toward MD 650 South: White Oak
Use the left / right lanes.
7
Turn straight onto MD 650
5.1 mi
·
9 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, College Park
Use the right lane.
9
Merge onto I 495
24 mi
·
32 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95 Local, I 495 Local
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
411 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
this road
Exit 3
Toward MD 210: Indian Head, Forest Heights
Use the straight / slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork
447 ft
·
15 sec
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
14
Turn left onto MD 210
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Indian Head Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on MD 228
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Berry Road
16
Turn right onto MD 229
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Bensville Road
17
Turn left onto Billingsley Road
175 ft
·
4 sec
·
Billingsley Road
18
Arrive at destination
Billingsley Road
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 26.9 miles from Olney, MD, or about 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.3 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 53.7 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.9 miles or 40m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bennsville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Olney, 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 Olney, MD
This is one driving day of about 53.7 miles and 1h 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Olney, 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.
The longest stretch is on Capital Beltway for about 24.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.9 mi from Olney, MD · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 53.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.9 miles from Olney, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bennsville, MD
The final approach into Bennsville, 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 Bennsville, 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
$8.89 one way
$17.77 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $9.72 | $19.45 |
| premium | $4.92 | $10.41 | $20.81 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $11.93 | $23.86 |
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: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.64 | $2.58 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.70 | $2.15 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
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.
Destination
Bennsville, MD
Evening in Bennsville on Sunday
Local time
7:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
89°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
2 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 19m 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 Olney, MD to Bennsville, MD covers 53.7 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Capital Beltway, Indian Head Highway, New Hampshire Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 26.9 miles from Olney, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.89 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 is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 53.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Olney, MD and Bennsville, MD, road signs point toward White Oak, College Park and Forest Heights.
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