Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 27m
Distance
66.4 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Riverside, MD
Sjuan Dogjani
Rockville, MD to Riverside, MD is 66.4 miles and takes about 1 hour 27 minutes via I 95, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Northeast region and the state of Maryland. Expect a drive that involves frequent turns as you navigate local roads mixed with highway stretches. With only 19% of the drive on highways, this route offers a more local feel, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. Consider this drive if you prefer a less direct path and don't mind a bit more attention to navigation.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 27m. Total distance: 66.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
This route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' with only 19% of the total distance on highways. You'll likely experience a dynamic driving experience, shifting between quicker highway segments and more intricate local road navigation. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 11.7 miles on I 95, indicating that much of your journey will involve more frequent adjustments. Be prepared for a driving profile that demands attention to road changes and potential turns, rather than a monotonous interstate cruise.
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 0.1 miles in near MD 28 / West Jefferson Street.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.4 miles you will encounter 21 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 0.1 miles (MD 28 / West Jefferson Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Turn left onto MD 28 / West Jefferson Street
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 543: Belcamp
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rockville, MD to Riverside, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
Burtonsville
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 11 mi | 12m |
| Intercounty Connector | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Norbeck Road | 3.6 mi | 5m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 1 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Rockville, MD and Riverside, MD.
Start on South Washington Street
Turn left onto MD 28
Continue on MD 28
Turn left onto MD 28
Continue on MD 28
Turn left onto MD 97
Take the ramp
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit onto I 895
Continue on I 895
Continue on I 895
Continue on I 895
Continue on I 895
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Turn right onto MD 543
Turn right onto Church Creek Road
Turn right onto Allison Court
Turn right onto Collier Lane
Continue on Collier Lane
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33.2 mi from Rockville, MD · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Rockville, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Riverside, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$11.01 one way
$22.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.06 | $24.11 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.88 | $25.75 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.66 | $29.32 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Total
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.81 | $2.66 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.6 | 0 | $9.30 | $4.25 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Rockville on Friday
Local time
11:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Riverside on Friday
Local time
11:09 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
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
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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