Origin
Rosedale, MD
Night in Rosedale on Thursday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rosedale, MD to Montgomery Village, MD
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
51.5 mi
83 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 22m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rosedale, MD
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Montgomery Village, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Rosedale, MD to Montgomery Village, MD covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 10m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Intercounty Connector, Goshen Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 28.1 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $8.54 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 51.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
The drive from Rosedale, MD to Montgomery Village, MD covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 10m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 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 28.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.8 miles in near US 40 / Pulaski Highway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 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 5.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese 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
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
29.6 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31B
Toward MD 200 Toll West
5
30.6 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector
Merge onto MD 200 Toll / Intercounty Connector
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
46.8 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Rosedale, MD to Montgomery Village, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Gaithersburg along the way.
Gaithersburg
46.8 mi in
|
~59m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 28.1 mi | 34m |
| Intercounty Connector | 15.7 mi | 19m |
| Goshen Road | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| South Frederick Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Summit Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Philadelphia Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| I 370 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Stewartown Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 28.1 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rosedale, MD and Montgomery Village, 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
24 mi
·
29 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
7
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31B
Toward MD 200 Toll West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MD 200 Toll
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Exit 8A
10
Continue on I 370
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
I 370
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Exit 2
Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn right onto MD 355
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Frederick Road
13
Continue on MD 355
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
South Frederick Avenue
14
Turn right onto South Summit Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Summit Avenue
15
Continue on Goshen Road
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Goshen Road
16
Turn left 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.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 25.7 mi from Rosedale, MD · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 25.7 miles from Rosedale, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Montgomery Village, MD
The final approach into Montgomery Village, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.54 one way
$17.08 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
18 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.99 | $19.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.37 | $22.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.5 | 0 | $5.41 | $2.47 |
| Efficient EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.51 | $2.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.6 | 0 | $7.21 | $3.30 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (67% 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
Night in Montgomery Village on Thursday
Local time
9:35 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
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
1h 10m 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 Montgomery Village, MD covers 51.5 miles and takes about 1h 10m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Intercounty Connector, Goshen Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 25.7 miles from Rosedale, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.54 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 51.5 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 40 / Pulaski Highway): Navigation decision point; at 5.2 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 29.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Rosedale, MD to Montgomery Village, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Gaithersburg along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail.
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