Origin
Severna Park, MD
Evening in Severna Park on Sunday
Local time
8:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
83°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Severna Park, MD to Glen Burnie, MD
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
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6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
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
If you are planning a quick trip between Severna Park and Glen Burnie, you are looking at a brief 8-mile journey that typically takes about 14 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to handle in under half an hour. With a fuel cost estimate of just $1, it is an incredibly economical way to travel within the Northeast region of Maryland. You will navigate primarily via Ritchie Highway, Governor Ritchie Highway, and Greenway Road Southeast to reach your destination. Because this trip is so efficient, you do not need to worry about overnight logistics or extensive preparation. It is a straightforward, local commute that gets you where you need to go without any unnecessary hassle.
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
4 miles from Severna Park, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy, local driving experience that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 8-mile trek. You won't find any interstate highway miles here, as the route is entirely comprised of local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 3.8-mile segment along Ritchie Highway, which serves as the backbone of your drive. Because the path is so concentrated on local streets, you should prepare for frequent turns rather than a monotonous highway cruise. This character makes for a very hands-on driving experience, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various segments of the route.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 9 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Ritchie Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 3.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near West McKinsey Road.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West McKinsey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MD 2 / Governor Ritchie Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (5th Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West McKinsey Road
Turn right onto West McKinsey Road
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
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~1m in
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MD 2 / Governor Ritchie Highway
Turn left onto MD 2 / Governor Ritchie Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
7.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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5th Avenue Southeast
Turn left onto 5th Avenue Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
7.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
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Greenway Road Southeast
Turn right onto Greenway Road Southeast
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ritchie Highway | 3.8 mi | 6m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Greenway Road Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West McKinsey Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 5th Avenue Southeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Greenway Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Avenue Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Ritchie Highway
— 3.8 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Severna Park, MD and Glen Burnie, MD.
1
Start on MD 648
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
2
Turn right onto West McKinsey Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West McKinsey Road
3
Turn left onto MD 2
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the none lane.
4
Continue on MD 2
3.8 mi
·
6 min
·
Ritchie Highway
Use the none lane.
5
Turn left onto 5th Avenue Southeast
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
5th Avenue Southeast
Use the left lane.
6
Turn right onto Greenway Road Southeast
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Greenway Road Southeast
7
Continue on Greenway Southeast
484 ft
·
14 sec
·
Greenway Southeast
8
Continue on 1st Avenue Southeast
368 ft
·
12 sec
·
1st Avenue Southeast
9
Arrive at destination
1st Avenue Southeast
Trip Plan
Since this is such a short drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time and overall pace. You can easily complete the entire trip in 14 minutes, leaving you with little need to plan for mid-trip stops or rest breaks. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, staying alert at intersections is the best way to ensure a smooth arrival in Glen Burnie. Keep in mind that while the $1 fuel estimate is quite low, it is always a good practice to ensure your tank is topped off before heading out on any local circuit. Ultimately, the simplicity of this 8-mile route allows you to focus on the road ahead without the stress of long-distance navigation.
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 4 miles from Severna Park, MD, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 3.8 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 8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Glen Burnie, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Severna Park, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Severna Park, MD
This is one driving day of about 8 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Severna Park, 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 Ritchie Highway for about 3.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Severna Park, MD · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Severna Park, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Glen Burnie, MD
The final approach into Glen Burnie, 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 Glen Burnie, 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
$1.32 one way
$2.65 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.45 | $2.90 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.55 | $3.10 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.78 | $3.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.84 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.70 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.12 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Glen Burnie, MD
Evening in Glen Burnie on Sunday
Local time
8:05 PM
EDT
Current temp
85°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
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
14m 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 Severna Park, MD to Glen Burnie, MD covers 8 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Ritchie Highway, Governor Ritchie Highway, Greenway Road Southeast. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Severna Park, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.32 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 is a straightforward 14m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (West McKinsey Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (MD 2 / Governor Ritchie Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 7.5 miles (5th Avenue Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Severna Park, MD to Glen Burnie, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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