Trip from Salisbury, MD to College Park, MD

Drive Time

2h 39m

Distance

113.1 mi

182 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$19

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 32 min

4 AM

2h 29m ★

6 AM

2h 39m

8 AM

3h 1m

10 AM

2h 47m

12 PM

2h 45m

3 PM

2h 48m

5 PM

2h 59m

8 PM

2h 33m

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

Traveling from Salisbury to College Park covers 113.1 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 39 minutes. This route is well-suited for a single-day trip, as the duration is manageable for most drivers without requiring an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $19 on fuel for the journey. The drive transitions across the Northeastern region of Maryland, moving from the Eastern Shore toward the suburban landscape near the capital. It serves as a straightforward connection between these two Maryland hubs, offering a practical way to navigate the state. Whether you are heading out for business or a visit, the trip is efficient enough to complete in a single morning or afternoon.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

56.6 miles from Salisbury, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a turn-heavy local profile that demands your full attention behind the wheel. You will spend time navigating a mix of roads, including Sussex Highway, Ocean Gateway, and the John Hanson Highway. With a highway share of only 2%, this isn't a monotonous interstate cruise; instead, you will encounter more frequent changes in road character as you progress. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will navigate is 28.5 miles along Ocean Gateway. Expect a driving experience that requires more engagement than a standard highway slog, as the route shifts between distinct local segments throughout the 113.1-mile journey.

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

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Ocean Gateway is the longest continuous segment at about 28.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

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 early in the drive near West Vine Street.

Route Complexity 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 113.1 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Vine Street): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (US 50 / Ocean Gateway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 107.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Vine Street

Turn left onto West Vine Street

Navigation decision point

59.3 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in | US 50 / Ocean Gateway

Merge onto US 50 / Ocean Gateway

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

Use the none lane.

107.9 mi into trip | ~2h 27m in

Take the exit toward MD 410

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 5 Toward MD 410

112 mi into trip | ~2h 36m in | US 1 / Baltimore Avenue

Turn right onto US 1 / Baltimore Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

113.1 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in | Knox Road

Turn right onto Knox Road

Lane positioning matters here

Use the none lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ocean Gateway	28.5 mi	39m
John Hanson Highway	20.1 mi	24m
Sussex Highway	19.3 mi	26m
Shore Highway	17.4 mi	24m
Seashore Highway	7.5 mi	9m
Queen Anne Highway	6.2 mi	8m
South Salisbury Boulevard	4 mi	7m
North Salisbury Boulevard	3.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Ocean Gateway — 28.5 mi, about 39m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on this road

76 ft · 11 sec · this road

Turn left onto West Vine Street

0.1 mi · 28 sec · West Vine Street

Turn left onto US 13 BUS

4.0 mi · 7 min · South Salisbury Boulevard

Keep slight right at fork onto US 13

3.1 mi · 3 min · North Salisbury Boulevard

Continue on US 13

19 mi · 26 min · Sussex Highway

Take the exit

166 ft · 5 sec

Continue on Rifle Range Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Rifle Range Road

Turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street

Turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Market Street

Turn right onto DE 404 Business

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway

Continue on MD 404

17 mi · 24 min · Shore Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway

Take the exit

527 ft · 14 sec

Merge onto US 50

29 mi · 39 min · Ocean Gateway

Use the none lane.

Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2

20 mi · 24 min · John Hanson Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 13 sec

Exit 5 Toward MD 410 Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto MD 410

1.8 mi · 3 min · Veterans Parkway

Continue on MD 410

1.0 mi · 2 min · Riverdale Road

Use the left lane.

Continue on MD 410

1.2 mi · 2 min · East-West Highway

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto US 1

1.1 mi · 3 min · Baltimore Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn right onto Knox Road

272 ft · 12 sec · Knox Road

Use the none lane.

Arrive at destination

Knox Road

Trip Plan

Given the turn-heavy nature of this 2-hour and 39-minute drive, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever fits your schedule best, though keeping an eye on local traffic patterns is always wise. Budgeting $19 for fuel should keep you covered, but keeping your tank topped off before leaving Salisbury ensures a stress-free trip. If you find the local road segments tiring, use the 28.5-mile stretch on Ocean Gateway to settle into a steady rhythm. Prioritize staying alert during the transition between the local roads and the John Hanson Highway to make your arrival in College Park as smooth as possible.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 56.6 miles from Salisbury, MD, or about 1h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 80 miles or 1h 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 56.6 miles or 1h 19m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 2h 9m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near College Park, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Salisbury, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Salisbury, MD

This is one driving day of about 113.1 miles and 2h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Salisbury, MD.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on Ocean Gateway for about 28.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 56.6 mi from Salisbury, MD · 1h 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

57 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

Staten Island, NY

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Staten Island, NY

Meal break

The midpoint is around 56.6 miles from Salisbury, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in College Park, MD

The final approach into College Park, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.

Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around College Park, MD.

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$18.71 one way

$37.43 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 40 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$20.48	$40.96
premium	$4.92	$21.92	$43.83
diesel	$5.64	$25.13	$50.25

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$19

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$44–$69

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 39.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	33.9	$11.88	$5.43
Efficient EV	28.3	$9.90	$4.52
EV Truck/SUV	45.2	$15.83	$7.24

Gas CO2

40 kg

EV CO2

13 kg (68% 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 data refreshed 11 hours ago

Origin

Salisbury, MD

Evening in Salisbury on Sunday

Local time

6:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

College Park, MD

Evening in College Park on Sunday

Local time

6:44 PM

EDT

Current temp

88°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

5 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

2h 39m 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 Salisbury, MD to College Park, MD covers 113.1 miles and takes about 2h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Ocean Gateway, John Hanson Highway, Sussex Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 56.6 miles from Salisbury, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.71 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

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

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Trip from Salisbury, MD to College Park, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in College Park, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Salisbury, MD

College Park, MD

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 39m on the road

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