Origin
Olney, MD
Late night in Olney on Monday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Arbutus, MD
Drive Time
42m
Distance
26.3 mi
42 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 39m
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6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 50m
10 AM
0h 45m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olney, MD
RDNE Stock project
Arbutus, MD
Gianpiero Ferraro
Trip Overview
Spanning 26.3 miles, this quick trip from Olney to Arbutus, Maryland, is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 42 minutes. Because of the manageable distance, it works perfectly as a simple day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate a mix of roads, including the Patuxent Freeway, Olney Sandy Spring Road, and a segment of I-95. With fuel costs estimated at $4, the journey is quite budget-friendly for a solo driver or a small group. Whether you are heading out for business or visiting friends, the route offers a reliable connection within the Northeast region. It is an ideal choice if you prefer a short, efficient drive rather than a multi-day road adventure.
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
13.1 miles from Olney, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience as you transition from local roads to the interstate. With a highway share of 43 percent, the drive offers a balance between suburban movement and faster-paced transit. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on I-95, covering 7.6 miles of the total journey. The profile is categorized as a mixed drive, meaning you should be prepared for changing traffic patterns as you move off smaller roads and onto the freeway. This combination ensures that the trip remains engaging without becoming a monotonous interstate grind.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 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.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
542 ft
141 ft
Total Climb
297 ft
Total Descent
690 ft
Highest Point
542 ft
Elevation Range
401 ft
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 Arbutus, MD is easy. At 42m 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 Arbutus, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Spartan Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Olney Sandy Spring Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Ashton Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Clarksville Pike | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Hall Shop Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Guilford Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Cedar Lane | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| MD 32 East | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
Spartan Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olney, MD and Arbutus, 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
·
39 sec
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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
7.6 mi
·
8 min
13
Take the exit slight right toward I 195 East, MD 166: BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Catonsville
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
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I 195 East, MD 166: BWI Thurgood Marshall Airport, Catonsville
14
Keep slight left to continue on MD 166: Catonsville
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
MD 166: Catonsville
15
Merge slight right onto Metropolitan Boulevard
0.4 mi
·
25 sec
·
Metropolitan Boulevard
16
Take the exit slight right toward UMBC Campus
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
UMBC Campus
17
Turn straight onto UMBC Boulevard
384 ft
·
13 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward UMBC Boulevard
190 ft
·
5 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
19
Exit the roundabout onto UMBC Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
UMBC Boulevard
20
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hilltop Circle
118 ft
·
3 sec
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Hilltop Circle
21
Exit the roundabout onto Hilltop Circle
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Hilltop Circle
22
Turn right onto Poplar Avenue
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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Poplar Avenue
23
Turn left onto Shelbourne Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Shelbourne Road
24
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 26.3-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your scheduling. Aim to avoid peak commute hours to keep your travel time close to the 42-minute estimate. Because there are no required stops on this route, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing a formal break. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Olney, as the $4 cost is minimal and refueling along the way is generally unnecessary. My best tip is to prioritize checking real-time traffic reports for I-95 before you depart, as that 7.6-mile highway stretch can be the most unpredictable part of your journey.
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 13.1 miles from Olney, MD, or about 21m 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 26.3 miles or 42m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 13.1 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Arbutus, 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 26.3 miles and 42m.
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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 13.1 mi from Olney, MD · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 26.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 13.1 miles from Olney, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Arbutus, MD
The final approach into Arbutus, 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 Arbutus, 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
$4.35 one way
$8.70 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $4.76 | $9.52 |
| premium | $4.92 | $5.10 | $10.19 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.84 | $11.69 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.76 | $1.26 |
| Efficient EV | 6.6 | 0 | $2.30 | $1.05 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Arbutus, MD
Late night in Arbutus on Monday
Local time
4:40 AM
EDT
Current temp
86°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
1 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
42m 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 Arbutus, MD covers 26.3 miles and takes about 42m 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 13.1 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 $4.35 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 Arbutus, MD is easy. At 42m 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 Arbutus, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Olney, MD to Arbutus, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 141 ft to 542 ft elevation with about 297 ft of total climbing.
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