Origin
Olney, MD
Late night in Olney on Thursday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
37.9 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olney, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD covers 37.9 miles and takes about 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Spartan Road, Olney Sandy Spring Road, Ashton Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.28 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 37.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 57m drive with frequent turns across 37.9 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.
Spartan 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 Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD is easy. At 57m 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 Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spartan Road | — | — |
| Olney Sandy Spring Road | — | — |
| Ashton Road | — | — |
| Clarksville Pike | — | — |
| Hall Shop Road | — | — |
| Guilford Road | — | — |
| Cedar Lane | — | — |
| MD 32 East | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Spartan Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olney, MD and Lake Shore, MD.
1
Start on Georgia Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
2
Turn left onto Spartan Road
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Spartan Road
3
Turn right onto Olney Sandy Spring Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Olney Sandy Spring Road
4
Continue on Ashton Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashton Road
5
Continue on Clarksville Pike
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Clarksville Pike
6
Turn right onto Hall Shop Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Hall Shop Road
7
Turn right onto Guilford Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Guilford Road
8
At the end of the road, turn left onto Cedar Lane
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Cedar Lane
9
Take the ramp slight right toward MD 32 East: Annapolis
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
MD 32 East: Annapolis
10
Merge slight left onto Patuxent Freeway
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Patuxent Freeway
11
Take the exit slight left toward I 95 North: Baltimore
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 95 North: Baltimore
12
Merge slight right
3.5 mi
·
4 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward MD 100 East: Glen Burnie
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
MD 100 East: Glen Burnie
14
Merge slight left
12 mi
·
16 min
15
Merge slight left onto Arundel Expressway
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
·
Arundel Expressway
16
Keep slight left to continue on Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
17
Turn straight onto Mountain Road
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Mountain Road
18
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.9 mi from Olney, MD · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.9 miles from Olney, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Lake Shore, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Lake Shore, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.28 one way
$12.57 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.88 | $13.76 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.35 | $14.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $3.98 | $1.82 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.31 | $2.43 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Lake Shore, MD
Late night in Lake Shore on Thursday
Local time
5:36 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Columbia, MD
19 mi in
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
57m 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 Lake Shore, MD covers 37.9 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Spartan Road, Olney Sandy Spring Road, Ashton Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 18.9 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 $6.28 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 Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD is easy. At 57m 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 Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Olney, MD to Lake Shore, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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