Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
56.9 mi
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
The drive from Potomac, MD to Hagerstown, MD covers 56.9 miles and takes about 1h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Falls Road, I 270 North, I 70 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.15 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
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.4 miles from Potomac, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 34m into the drive .
Expect a 1h 8m drive with frequent turns across 56.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Falls Road | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 270 North | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 70 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 40 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Dual Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Franklin Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Potomac Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Potomac, MD and Hagerstown, MD.
Start on the route
Turn right onto Falls Road
Continue on Falls Road
Take the ramp slight left toward I 270 North
Merge slight left onto I 270 North
Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Hagerstown
Merge slight right
Take the exit slight right toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Turn straight onto Dual Highway
Continue on East Franklin Street
Turn left onto North Potomac Street
Turn left onto East Washington Street
Arrive at your destination
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.
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 56.9 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.4 miles or 34m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hagerstown, MD than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Potomac, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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 Potomac, MD
This is one driving day of about 56.9 miles and 1h 8m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.4 mi from Potomac, MD · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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.
A short stop after about 56.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 28.4 miles from Potomac, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Hagerstown, 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 Hagerstown, MD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$9.15 one way
$18.31 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $10.30 | $20.60 |
| premium | $4.95 | $11.10 | $22.20 |
| diesel | $5.98 | $13.40 | $26.79 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.9 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| Efficient EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.98 | $2.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.97 | $3.64 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Morning in Potomac on Saturday
Local time
8:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Morning in Hagerstown on Saturday
Local time
8:25 AM
EDT
Current temp
63°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
68°F
Washington, DC
28 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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