Origin
Pittsville, MD
Afternoon in Pittsville on Saturday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pittsville, MD to Redland, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 14m
Distance
136.1 mi
219 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$23
one way
EV Charging
Excellent
12 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 38m
10 AM
3h 23m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 24m
5 PM
3h 37m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pittsville, MD
RDNE Stock project
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Trip Overview
The drive from Pittsville, MD to Redland, MD covers 136.1 miles and takes about 3h 14m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Ocean Gateway, John Hanson Highway, Shore Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.5 miles on Ocean Gateway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $22.56 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
68 miles from Pittsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Gateway | 28.5 mi | 39m |
| John Hanson Highway | 18.4 mi | 22m |
| Shore Highway | 17.4 mi | 24m |
| Sussex Highway | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| Whitesville Road | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Capital Beltway | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| Seashore Highway | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| Queen Anne Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 28.5 mi, about 39m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pittsville, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on Railroad Avenue
75 ft
·
4 sec
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Railroad Avenue
2
Turn right onto MD 353
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Gumboro Road
3
Continue on DE 26; DE 54
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Millsboro Highway
4
Turn left onto DE 30
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Whitesville Road
5
Turn right onto Old Stage Road
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Old Stage Road
6
Turn left onto Gordy Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Gordy Road
7
Turn right onto US 13
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Sussex Highway
8
Take the exit
166 ft
·
5 sec
9
Continue on Rifle Range Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
Rifle Range Road
10
Turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
South Main Street
11
Turn left onto DE 404 Business
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
Market Street
12
Turn right onto DE 404 Business
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Seashore Highway
13
Continue on MD 404
17 mi
·
24 min
·
Shore Highway
14
Continue on MD 404
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Queen Anne Highway
15
Take the exit
527 ft
·
14 sec
16
Merge onto US 50
29 mi
·
39 min
·
Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
18 mi
·
22 min
·
John Hanson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 7B
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silver Spring
19
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 7B
Toward I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
Use the slight left lane.
20
Merge onto I 95; I 495
6.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
22
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 28A
Toward MD 650 North: New Hampshire Avenue, White Oak
Use the slight right lane.
23
Turn slight right onto MD 650
5.1 mi
·
8 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
Use the left lane.
24
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
25
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Intercounty Connector
26
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 8B-A
Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
Use the slight right lane.
27
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8A
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
Use the straight lane.
28
Turn right onto MD 97
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgia Avenue
29
Turn right onto MD 28
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Norbeck Road
Use the right lane.
30
Turn right onto MD 115
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Muncaster Mill Road
31
Turn left onto Redland Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
Redland Road
32
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 68 miles from Pittsville, MD, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.5 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 30 miles or 45m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68 miles or 1h 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Pittsville, 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 Pittsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 136.1 miles and 3h 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Pittsville, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ocean Gateway for about 28.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
68 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68 miles from Pittsville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 245 decision points cluster between mile 110.3 and 130.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
110.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silver Spring
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 7B
Toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silv...
9
110.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 34m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 7B
Toward I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
8
119.9 mi into trip
|
~2h 46m in
Take the exit toward MD 650 North: New Hampshire Avenue, 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 28A
Toward MD 650 North: New Hampshire Avenue, Whit...
8
129.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Take the exit toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
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 8B-A
Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
9
130.2 mi into trip
|
~3h 2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 8A
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheat...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.56 one way
$45.13 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $24.71 | $49.42 |
| premium | $4.93 | $26.39 | $52.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.05 | $60.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$23
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$48–$73
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 47.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
EV Charging Along Route
12 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent
7-Eleven Charging Station
Beltsville, Maryland
Other
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Laurel, Maryland
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Seaford, Delaware
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Laurel, Maryland
Tesla
1 DCFC
Tesla Supercharger
Greenbelt, Maryland
Tesla
1 DCFC
Blink Charging Station
Laurel, Delaware
Blink
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Beltsville, Maryland
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
ChargePoint Charging Station
Greenbelt, Maryland
ChargePoint
1 DCFC
Tesla: 4
Other: 2
Blink: 2
ChargePoint: 2
Shell Recharge: 1
EV Connect: 1
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 40.8 | 0 | $14.29 | $6.53 |
| Efficient EV | 34 | 0 | $11.91 | $5.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.4 | 0 | $19.05 | $8.71 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Redland, MD
Afternoon in Redland on Saturday
Local time
3:06 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Ridgely, MD
68 mi in
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
27 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
3h 14m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
11 mi from route
~29 min detour
$20
near mile 136.1
Caution: DC Water Sewer Overflow
Caution: Hiking in Gold Mine Tract
Monocacy National Battlefield
National Battlefield
During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...
20 mi from route
~50 min detour
Free
near mile 136.1
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
20 mi from route
~51 min detour
Free
near mile 136.1
View on nps.gov
Assateague Island National Seashore
National Seashore
Want to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime for...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$25
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 3h 14m drive with frequent turns across 136.1 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 32 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ocean Gateway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 110.3 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 136.1 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 110.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Pittsville, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Silver Spring and White Oak.
Silver Spring
110.3 mi in
|
~2h 33m
White Oak
119.9 mi in
|
~2h 46m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 14m. Total distance: 136.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pittsville, MD to Redland, MD covers 136.1 miles and takes about 3h 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ocean Gateway, John Hanson Highway, Shore Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68 miles from Pittsville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $22.56 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 136.1 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 110.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 110.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 119.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Pittsville, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Silver Spring and White Oak.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, NREL for EV charging, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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