Trip from Riverside, MD to Redland, MD

Q: How long is the trip from Riverside, MD to Redland, MD?

The drive from Riverside, MD to Redland, MD covers 18.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are Norbeck Road, Muncaster Mill Road, Columbia Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

Q: Is this a good same-day trip?

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Q: Where should I stop halfway?

The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Riverside, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

Q: How much does gas cost for this trip?

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.13 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

Q: What is the best time to leave?

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

Q: Are there national parks near the route from Riverside, MD to Redland, MD?

Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

33m

Distance

18.9 mi

30 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min

4 AM

0h 31m ★

6 AM

0h 34m

8 AM

0h 39m

10 AM

0h 36m

12 PM

0h 35m

3 PM

0h 36m

5 PM

0h 39m

8 PM

0h 32m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Trip Overview

This short, 18.9-mile drive from Riverside, MD to Redland, MD, will take you about 33 minutes to complete. With no highway travel, it's a straightforward local journey primarily using Norbeck Road, Muncaster Mill Road, and Columbia Pike. Considering the minimal distance and time, this trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion. You can expect the fuel cost to be around $3, making it a very budget-friendly option. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you'll be exploring within a familiar area of Maryland. This route offers a simple and efficient way to get from point A to point B without any significant detours.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 18.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.

Drive Character

This is a turn-heavy local drive, meaning you'll be navigating through neighborhood streets and intersections rather than cruising on high-speed roads. With 0% highway share, expect a consistent pace dictated by local traffic signals and turns. The longest stretch without a significant turn or stop is 5.3 miles along Norbeck Road. As you progress, the route will feel like a typical local commute, winding through developed areas and residential zones. Be prepared for frequent adjustments in direction as you follow Norbeck Road, Muncaster Mill Road, and Columbia Pike.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Norbeck Road is the longest continuous segment at about 5.3 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Rivers Edge Road.

Driving Effort 3/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Rivers Edge Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 29 / Columbia Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 6 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

4

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Rivers Edge Road

Turn right onto Rivers Edge Road

Navigation decision point

5

0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | US 29 / Columbia Pike

Merge onto US 29 / Columbia Pike

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

7

4.5 mi into trip | ~7m in

Take the exit toward Laurel, Burtonsville

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Laurel, Burtonsville

4

4.8 mi into trip | ~7m in | Old Columbia Pike

Enter roundabout onto Old Columbia Pike

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

4

18.9 mi into trip | ~33m in | Redland Road

Turn left onto Redland Road

Navigation decision point

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Riverside, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Laurel and Burtonsville.

Laurel

4.5 mi in | ~7m

Burtonsville

4.5 mi in | ~7m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Norbeck Road	5.3 mi	8m
Muncaster Mill Road	4.5 mi	8m
Columbia Pike	4 mi	5m
Spencerville Road	3.1 mi	5m
Old Columbia Pike	1.3 mi	2m
Rivers Edge Road	0.3 mi	1m
Rivers View Court	<0.1 mi	<1m
Redland Road	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Norbeck Road — 5.3 mi, about 8m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Riverside, MD and Redland, MD.

1

Start on Rivers View Court

390 ft · 19 sec · Rivers View Court

2

Turn right onto Rivers Edge Road

0.3 mi · 1 min · Rivers Edge Road

3

Take the ramp

362 ft · 10 sec

4

Merge onto US 29

4.0 mi · 5 min · Columbia Pike

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Laurel, Burtonsville Use the slight right lane.

6

Enter roundabout onto Old Columbia Pike

147 ft · 3 sec · Old Columbia Pike

7

Continue on Old Columbia Pike

0.9 mi · 1 min · Old Columbia Pike

8

Continue on MD 198

0.4 mi · 56 sec · Old Columbia Pike

9

Continue on MD 198

3.1 mi · 5 min · Spencerville Road

10

Continue on Norbeck Road

5.3 mi · 8 min · Norbeck Road

11

Turn right onto MD 115

4.5 mi · 8 min · Muncaster Mill Road

12

Turn left onto Redland Road

96 ft · 2 sec · Redland Road

13

Arrive at destination

Redland Road

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.13 one way

$6.27 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$3.43	$6.86
premium	$4.93	$3.67	$7.33
diesel	$5.61	$4.17	$8.35

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	5.7	$1.98	$0.91
Efficient EV	4.7	$1.65	$0.76
EV Truck/SUV	7.6	$2.65	$1.21

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Riverside, MD

Night in Riverside on Thursday

Local time

10:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

48°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Redland, MD

Night in Redland on Thursday

Local time

10:29 PM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

33m 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 Riverside, MD to Redland, MD covers 18.9 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Norbeck Road, Muncaster Mill Road, Columbia Pike. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 9.5 miles from Riverside, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.13 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 is a straightforward 33m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Rivers Edge Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (US 29 / Columbia Pike): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Between Riverside, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Laurel and Burtonsville.

Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.

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