Trip from Salisbury, MD to Crofton, MD

Drive Time

2h 22m

Distance

99.7 mi

160 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$17

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min

4 AM

2h 12m ★

6 AM

2h 22m

8 AM

2h 42m

10 AM

2h 29m

12 PM

2h 27m

3 PM

2h 30m

5 PM

2h 41m

8 PM

2h 16m

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

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Salisbury, MD

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Crofton, MD

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Salisbury to Crofton covers 99.7 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 22 minutes. This trip serves perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $17 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly excursion within Maryland. Because the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you won't experience significant shifts in climate or landscape. It is a manageable journey that allows you to reach your destination without excessive time behind the wheel. Use this route if you are looking for a practical, direct connection between these two points.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

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

Break Rhythm

0 planned breaks

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

Midpoint

49.8 miles from Salisbury, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 10m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate grind, as this route contains no highway-only stretches. You will navigate via Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and Shore Highway, requiring your full attention at various intersections. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 28.5 miles on Ocean Gateway, which provides a brief reprieve from the frequent turns found elsewhere. Because the highway share is 0%, the pace is dictated by local roads rather than high-speed lanes. Prepare for a more hands-on driving experience that keeps you engaged with the local road network throughout the entire trip.

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.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

116 ft 0 ft

Total Climb

231 ft

Total Descent

155 ft

Highest Point

116 ft

~95.5 mi in

Elevation Range

116 ft

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 15 significant decision points across 99.7 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 0.2 miles (US 13 BUS / South Salisbury Boulevard): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (US 50 / Ocean Gateway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | US 13 BUS / South Salisbury Boulevard

Turn left onto US 13 BUS / South Salisbury Boulevard

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.

95.2 mi into trip | ~2h 12m in

Take the exit toward MD 424: Davidsonville Road, Crofton, Davidsonville

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 16 Toward MD 424: Davidsonville Road, Crofton, Dav...

98.7 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | Layton Street

Turn left onto Layton Street

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Ocean Gateway	28.5 mi	39m
Sussex Highway	19.3 mi	26m
Shore Highway	17.4 mi	24m
Seashore Highway	7.5 mi	9m
John Hanson Highway	7.4 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 Crofton, 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

7.4 mi · 9 min · John Hanson Highway

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 16 Toward MD 424: Davidsonville Road, Crofton, Davidsonville Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto MD 424

2.9 mi · 5 min · Davidsonville Road

Use the none lane.

Turn left onto Layton Street

0.2 mi · 35 sec · Layton Street

Use the left lane.

At end of road, turn left onto Crofton Parkway

0.5 mi · 1 min · Crofton Parkway

Turn right onto Swinburne Avenue

0.2 mi · 55 sec · Swinburne Avenue

Turn right onto Stratton Road

341 ft · 15 sec · Stratton Road

Arrive at destination

Stratton Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule best. With no scheduled stops required for the 2-hour and 22-minute duration, you can easily complete the drive in one go without needing to plan for lengthy breaks. Ensure your fuel tank is ready for the roughly $17 expenditure before you head out to avoid mid-trip errands. Stay alert during the turn-heavy sections, particularly when transitioning between Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and Shore Highway. Keeping a steady pace on those local roads will help you navigate the route comfortably without feeling rushed.

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.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 49.8 miles from Salisbury, MD, or about 1h 10m 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 49.8 miles or 1h 10m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 54m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Crofton, 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 99.7 miles and 2h 22m.

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.

You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.

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 49.8 mi from Salisbury, MD · 1h 10m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Staten Island, NY

50 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 49.8 miles from Salisbury, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Crofton, MD

The final approach into Crofton, 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 Crofton, 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

$16.50 one way

$33.00 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 35 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$18.05	$36.10
premium	$4.92	$19.32	$38.64
diesel	$5.64	$22.15	$44.30

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$17

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	29.9	$10.47	$4.79
Efficient EV	24.9	$8.72	$3.99
EV Truck/SUV	39.9	$13.96	$6.38

Gas CO2

35 kg

EV CO2

12 kg (66% 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

6:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

83°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Crofton, MD

Evening in Crofton on Sunday

Local time

6:49 PM

EDT

Current temp

86°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

3 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 22m 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 Crofton, MD covers 99.7 miles and takes about 2h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

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

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 49.8 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 $16.50 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.

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

Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 0 ft to 116 ft elevation with about 231 ft of total climbing.

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Trip from Salisbury, MD to Crofton, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

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 Crofton, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Salisbury, MD

Crofton, MD

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 22m on the road

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