Trip from Rosedale, MD to College Park, MD

Q: What are the main roads on this route?

The main roads are I 95, Baltimore Avenue, Cherry Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

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 19.2 miles from Rosedale, 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 $6.35 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: What towns show up on signs driving from Rosedale, MD to College Park, MD?

The route from Rosedale, MD to College Park, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026

Drive Time

55m

Distance

38.3 mi

62 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 13 min

4 AM

0h 51m ★

6 AM

0h 55m

8 AM

1h 4m

10 AM

0h 58m

12 PM

0h 57m

3 PM

0h 59m

5 PM

1h 4m

8 PM

0h 52m

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

The drive from Rosedale, MD to College Park, MD covers 38.3 miles and takes about 55m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 95, Baltimore Avenue, Cherry Hill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 30.6 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.35 one way before food or hotel costs.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 38.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

55m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

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

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 55m highway drive covering 38.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Baltimore Avenue. The longest continuous stretch is about 30.6 miles on I 95.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 95 is the longest continuous segment at about 30.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Baltimore Avenue. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 40 / Pulaski Highway.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 38.3 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.8 miles (US 40 / Pulaski Highway): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; at 5.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 key points

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

4

0.8 mi into trip | ~2m in | US 40 / Pulaski Highway

Turn right onto US 40 / Pulaski Highway

Navigation decision point

4

1.1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward I 95 South: Washington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early

Toward I 95 South: Washington

6

5.2 mi into trip | ~8m in | I 95

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

7

32.1 mi into trip | ~41m in

Take the exit toward MD 212 West: Calverton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 29B Toward MD 212 West: Calverton

5

38.3 mi into trip | ~54m in | Knox Road

Turn left onto Knox Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 95	30.6 mi	37m
Baltimore Avenue	2.4 mi	6m
Cherry Hill Road	2.2 mi	4m
Powder Mill Road	0.9 mi	1m
Philadelphia Road	0.8 mi	2m
Pulaski Highway	0.3 mi	<1m
Knox Road	<0.1 mi	<1m
66th Street	<0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 95 — 30.6 mi, about 37m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rosedale, MD and College Park, MD.

1

Start on MD 7

0.8 mi · 2 min · Philadelphia Road

2

Turn left onto MD 7

174 ft · 7 sec · 66th Street

3

Turn right onto US 40

0.3 mi · 34 sec · Pulaski Highway

4

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 95 South: Washington

5

Merge onto I 95

3.7 mi · 4 min · I 95

6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 95

27 mi · 32 min · I 95

Use the slight right lane.

7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 42 sec

Exit 29B Toward MD 212 West: Calverton Use the slight right lane.

8

Turn straight onto MD 212

0.9 mi · 1 min · Powder Mill Road

9

Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road

2.2 mi · 4 min · Cherry Hill Road

10

Turn right onto US 1

2.4 mi · 6 min · Baltimore Avenue

11

Turn left onto Knox Road

310 ft · 15 sec · Knox Road

Use the left lane.

12

Arrive at destination

Knox Road

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 19.2 mi from Rosedale, MD · 25m into the drive

city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Laurel, MD

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

New Carrollton, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Catonsville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 19.2 miles from Rosedale, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in College Park, MD

Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into College Park, MD if you are unfamiliar with the area.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$6.35 one way

$12.70 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$6.95	$13.91
premium	$4.93	$7.43	$14.86
diesel	$5.61	$8.46	$16.91

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$6

Estimated CO2 emission: 13.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	11.5	$4.02	$1.84
Efficient EV	9.6	$3.35	$1.53
EV Truck/SUV	15.3	$5.36	$2.45

Gas CO2

13 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (69% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Rosedale, MD

Afternoon in Rosedale on Thursday

Local time

3:39 PM

EDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

College Park, MD

Afternoon in College Park on Thursday

Local time

3:39 PM

EDT

Current temp

52°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

14 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

55m 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 Rosedale, MD to College Park, MD covers 38.3 miles and takes about 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.