Origin
Randallstown, MD
Afternoon in Randallstown on Saturday
Local time
3:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Randallstown, MD to Montgomery Village, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
59m
Distance
38.9 mi
63 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 59m
8 AM
1h 9m
10 AM
1h 3m
12 PM
1h 2m
3 PM
1h 3m
5 PM
1h 8m
8 PM
0h 56m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Randallstown, MD
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Montgomery Village, MD
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Trip Overview
Randallstown, MD to Montgomery Village, MD is 38.9 miles and takes about 59 minutes via I 70 and Route 97 South, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region towards its southern part. It's a relatively short trip, making it ideal for a quick excursion or a segment of a larger journey. You'll encounter a mix of driving conditions, so be prepared for varied road types as you make your way to your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 14.4 mi | 15m |
| Route 97 South | 7 mi | 11m |
| Sundown Road | 4.1 mi | 7m |
| Liberty Road | 2.9 mi | 6m |
| Brink Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Goshen Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Georgia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 14.4 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Randallstown, MD and Montgomery Village, MD.
1
Start on MD 26
2.9 mi
·
6 min
·
Liberty Road
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Merge onto I 695
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
4
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 16A; 16B
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Local Traffic, Frederick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 70
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 76
Toward MD 97: Westminster, Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
157 ft
·
5 sec
Toward MD 97 South: Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto MD 97
7.0 mi
·
11 min
·
Route 97 South
11
Continue on MD 97
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Georgia Avenue
12
Turn sharp right onto MD 650
0.6 mi
·
57 sec
·
Damascus Road
13
Turn slight left onto Sundown Road
4.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Sundown Road
14
Continue on Brink Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Brink Road
15
Turn left onto Goshen Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Goshen Road
16
Turn right onto Stewartown Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Stewartown Road
17
Arrive at destination
Stewartown Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.4 miles from Randallstown, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 21.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
8
5.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Local Traffic, Frederick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 16A; 16B
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Local Traffic, Fre...
8
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 West: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
8
20.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward MD 97: Westminster, Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 76
Toward MD 97: Westminster, Cooksville, Glenwood...
8
21.1 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 97 South: Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 97 South: Cooksville, Glenwood, Olney
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.45 one way
$12.90 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.06 | $14.13 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.54 | $15.09 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.87 |
| Efficient EV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.45 | $2.49 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Montgomery Village, MD
Afternoon in Montgomery Village on Saturday
Local time
3:12 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
19 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
2 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
59m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed bag of road types, with 55% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion on I 70, including a continuous stretch of 14.4 miles. As you transition to Route 97 South and then Sundown Road, expect the character of the drive to change from faster highway speeds to more local road conditions. This progression means you'll need to adjust your driving style and awareness as the route unfolds.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.9 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 38.9 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 59m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Randallstown, MD and Montgomery Village, MD, road signs point toward Frederick, Cooksville, Glenwood and Olney.
Frederick
5.5 mi in
|
~10m
Cooksville
20.6 mi in
|
~26m
Glenwood
20.6 mi in
|
~26m
Olney
20.6 mi in
|
~26m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 59m. Total distance: 38.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Montgomery Village, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Montgomery Village, MD before heading back.
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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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