Origin
West Elkridge, MD
Late night in West Elkridge on Friday
Local time
1:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from West Elkridge, MD to Redland, MD
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
44m
Distance
30.7 mi
49 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Elkridge, MD
Jason Morrison
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Trip Overview
This straightforward 30.7-mile drive from West Elkridge, MD, to Redland, MD, is a quick trip, estimated to take about 44 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-95 and the Intercounty Connector, this route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel cost of around $5, it's an economical choice for a short journey within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road sections, making it a practical option for a quick commute or a short hop between destinations.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
44m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (35%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
The character of this 30.7-mile route is a mixed drive, with 35% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 10.6 miles on I-95, likely offering a consistent, higher-speed experience. Following this, the route incorporates the Intercounty Connector and Muncaster Mill Road, which may introduce varied driving conditions. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and potentially more winding or localized road segments as you approach your destination.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 16 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 10.6 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 2.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
9
2.4 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
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 5A-B
Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
8
2.7 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
14 mi into trip
|
~19m 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
8
24.4 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
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 8B-A
Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
9
24.8 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Exit 8A
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheat...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between West Elkridge, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Olney and Wheaton.
Washington
2.4 mi in
|
~4m
Olney
24.4 mi in
|
~32m
Wheaton
24.4 mi in
|
~32m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Intercounty Connector | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Washington Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Norbeck Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| MD 100 | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Redland Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 10.6 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between West Elkridge, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on this road
61 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto US 1
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
Toward MD 100 West: Ellicott City
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto MD 100
0.2 mi
·
15 sec
·
MD 100
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 5A-B
Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
11 mi
·
12 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31B
Toward MD 200 Toll West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
9.5 mi
·
11 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 8B-A
Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8A
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn right onto MD 97
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Georgia Avenue
13
Turn right onto MD 28
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Norbeck Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto MD 115
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Muncaster Mill Road
15
Turn left onto Redland Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
Redland Road
16
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.09 one way
$10.18 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.57 | $11.15 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.95 | $11.91 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.78 | $13.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.22 | $1.47 |
| Efficient EV | 7.7 | 0 | $2.69 | $1.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Redland, MD
Late night in Redland on Friday
Local time
1:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
13 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
44m 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 West Elkridge, MD to Redland, MD covers 30.7 miles and takes about 44m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Intercounty Connector, Muncaster Mill Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.3 miles from West Elkridge, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.09 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 short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between West Elkridge, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Olney and Wheaton.
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