Origin
Olney, MD
Night in Olney on Wednesday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Dundalk, MD
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
56m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Dundalk, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Olney, MD to Dundalk, MD covers 36.4 miles and takes about 56m 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 $6.03 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
18.2 miles from Olney, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 56m drive with frequent turns across 36.4 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 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 Dundalk, MD is easy. At 56m 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 Dundalk, 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 Dundalk, 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
15 mi
·
18 min
13
Keep slight right
2.1 mi
·
2 min
14
Take the exit slight right
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
15
Turn left onto Keith Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Keith Avenue
16
Keep slight right to continue on Keith Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Keith Avenue
17
Turn straight onto Broening Highway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Broening Highway
18
Turn left onto Belclare Road
489 ft
·
21 sec
·
Belclare Road
19
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
20
Continue on Dundalk Avenue
285 ft
·
13 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
21
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 18.2 miles from Olney, MD, or about 28m 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 36 miles or 55m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 18.2 miles or 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Dundalk, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Have your navigation ready before leaving Olney, MD.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Olney, MD
This is one driving day of about 36.4 miles and 56m.
At 36.4 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 18.2 mi from Olney, MD · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 miles from Olney, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Dundalk, MD
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Dundalk, 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
$6.03 one way
$12.07 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.61 | $13.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 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 | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
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
Dundalk, MD
Night in Dundalk on Wednesday
Local time
9:29 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
66°F
Columbia, MD
18 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
3 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
56m 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 Dundalk, MD covers 36.4 miles and takes about 56m 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 18.2 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 $6.03 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 Dundalk, MD is easy. At 56m 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 Dundalk, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Olney, MD to Dundalk, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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