Origin
Pasadena, MD
Night in Pasadena on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
84°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pasadena, MD to Annapolis, MD
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
17m
Distance
11.6 mi
19 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pasadena, MD
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Annapolis, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Pasadena and Annapolis, this 11.6-mile trip is an ideal candidate for a single-day outing. Expect a brief 17-minute drive that keeps you entirely within Maryland’s Northeast region. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route that requires zero intermediate stops. Because the distance is so short, you won't need to worry about overnight logistics or complex travel planning. This straightforward local commute connects two familiar points in the state without the hassle of long-haul travel.
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
5.8 miles from Pasadena, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features zero highway miles. You will spend the bulk of your time navigating Governor Ritchie Highway, Ritchie Highway, and Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7.5-mile run along Governor Ritchie Highway. Because the road consists entirely of local roads, you should prepare for frequent turns and a more hands-on driving experience. It is a practical, functional transit route that requires your full attention on local traffic patterns.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Governor Ritchie Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
134 ft
12 ft
Total Climb
220 ft
Total Descent
253 ft
Highest Point
134 ft
~6.6 mi in
Elevation Range
122 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 10.5 miles in near MD 435 / Taylor Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.6 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles (MD 435 / Taylor Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (MD 70 / Roscoe Rowe Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles (Roscoe Rowe Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
10.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
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MD 435 / Taylor Avenue
Turn left onto MD 435 / Taylor Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
10.6 mi into trip
|
~16m in
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MD 70 / Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
Turn left onto MD 70 / Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
11.2 mi into trip
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~16m in
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Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
Keep slight right at fork onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
11.4 mi into trip
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~17m in
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School Street
Enter roundabout onto School Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
11.5 mi into trip
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~17m in
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School Street
Right onto School Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 7.5 mi | 10m |
| Ritchie Highway | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Baltimore Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Taylor Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| School Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Governor Ritchie Highway
— 7.5 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pasadena, MD and Annapolis, MD.
1
Start on Hamburg Street
459 ft
·
20 sec
·
Hamburg Street
2
Merge slight right onto Ritchie Highway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Ritchie Highway
3
Continue on Governor Ritchie Highway
7.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
4
Continue on Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
5
Continue on Baltimore Boulevard
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Baltimore Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Taylor Avenue
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Taylor Avenue
7
Turn left onto Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
8
Keep slight right to continue on Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
9
Turn left onto Northwest Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Northwest Street
10
Enter the roundabout and take exit 5 toward Church Circle
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
Church Circle
11
Exit the rotary onto School Street
138 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
12
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since the entire journey takes less than 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You can easily fit this trip into any window of your schedule without needing to plan for meals or rest breaks. Keep in mind that because you are relying on local roads, traffic volume on Ritchie Highway can fluctuate significantly throughout the day. Fueling up before you head out is a smart move, though your total costs will remain remarkably low at around $2. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival in Annapolis around specific local events or appointments.
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 5.8 miles from Pasadena, MD, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.5 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 11.6 miles or 17m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.8 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Annapolis, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pasadena, 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 Pasadena, MD
This is one driving day of about 11.6 miles and 17m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pasadena, 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 Governor Ritchie Highway for about 7.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.8 mi from Pasadena, MD · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
6 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 11.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.8 miles from Pasadena, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Annapolis, MD
The final approach into Annapolis, 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 Annapolis, 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
$1.92 one way
$3.84 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $2.10 | $4.20 |
| premium | $4.92 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.58 | $5.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| Efficient EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Annapolis, MD
Night in Annapolis on Tuesday
Local time
9:55 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°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
3 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
17m 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 Pasadena, MD to Annapolis, MD covers 11.6 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Governor Ritchie Highway, Ritchie Highway, Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.8 miles from Pasadena, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.92 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 11.6 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.5 miles (MD 435 / Taylor Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.6 miles (MD 70 / Roscoe Rowe Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.2 miles (Roscoe Rowe Boulevard): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Pasadena, MD to Annapolis, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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