Trip from Westernport, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD

Drive Time

3h 6m

Distance

155.6 mi

250 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$26

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min

4 AM

2h 55m ★

6 AM

3h 7m

8 AM

3h 30m

10 AM

3h 15m

12 PM

3h 13m

3 PM

3h 16m

5 PM

3h 29m

8 PM

3h 0m

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

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Westernport, MD

Jason Morrison

Gwynn Oak, MD

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Trip Overview

Traveling from Westernport to Gwynn Oak covers 155.6 miles across Maryland, typically taking about 3 hours and 6 minutes behind the wheel. Because of the manageable duration, this trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $26 on fuel for the journey. The route transitions from the mountainous western part of the state toward the more urbanized landscapes near the Baltimore area. It’s an efficient way to cross the state, providing a straightforward connection between these two points without requiring an exhausting multi-day commitment.

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

77.8 miles from Westernport, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing high-speed interstate travel with more conventional road segments. You will spend roughly 43% of your time on highways, utilizing the National Freeway, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and I-70 to make steady progress. The longest uninterrupted portion of your drive will be a 71-mile stretch along the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which helps you cover significant distance quickly. As you navigate these main arteries, you will experience a shift in road character, moving from the open, expansive stretches of western Maryland into the busier road networks closer to Gwynn Oak.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

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

Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 71 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Victory Post Drive.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 155.6 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (Victory Post Drive): Navigation decision point; at 15 miles (I 68; US 40 / National Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 141.4 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 9 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 | Victory Post Drive

Turn right onto Victory Post Drive

Navigation decision point

15 mi into trip | ~27m in | I 68; US 40 / National Freeway

Merge onto I 68; US 40 / National Freeway

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

Use the none lane.

141.4 mi into trip | ~2h 46m in | I 70

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes. Toward Baltimore

152.8 mi into trip | ~2h 59m in

Take the exit toward Security Boulevard

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 94 Toward Security Boulevard

155.6 mi into trip | ~3h 6m in

Turn left

Navigation decision point

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Westernport, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.

Baltimore

141.4 mi in | ~2h 46m | via I 70

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway	71 mi	1h 16m
National Freeway	45.7 mi	51m
I 70	17.8 mi	19m
New Georges Creek Road Southwest	11 mi	17m
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)	3.3 mi	3m
Lower Georges Creek Road Southwest	1.7 mi	3m
North Forest Park Avenue	1.4 mi	3m
West Main Street	1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Dwight D Eisenhower Highway — 71 mi, about 1h 16m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Westernport, MD and Gwynn Oak, MD.

Start on Main Street

173 ft · 6 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto Victory Post Drive

290 ft · 8 sec · Victory Post Drive

Turn right onto MD 36

7.4 mi · 11 min · New Georges Creek Road Southwest

Continue on MD 36

1.0 mi · 3 min · West Main Street

Continue on MD 36

1.7 mi · 3 min · Lower Georges Creek Road Southwest

Continue on MD 36

0.3 mi · 40 sec · New Georges Creek Road Southwest

Turn right onto Paradise Street Southwest

0.6 mi · 1 min · Paradise Street Southwest

Turn straight onto MD 36

3.3 mi · 5 min · New Georges Creek Road Southwest

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 68; US 40

46 mi · 51 min · National Freeway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70; US 40

4.7 mi · 5 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70; US 40

3.3 mi · 3 min · I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)

Continue on I 70

66 mi · 1 hr 11 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway

Use the none lane.

Continue on I 70; US 40

6.5 mi · 6 min · I 70; US 40

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 70

11 mi · 13 min · I 70

Toward Baltimore Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 35 sec

Exit 94 Toward Security Boulevard Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn straight onto MD 122

0.2 mi · 22 sec · Security Boulevard

Use the none / right lanes.

Turn right onto North Forest Park Avenue

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Forest Park Avenue

Use the none lane.

Turn slight left onto Hillsdale Road

0.9 mi · 2 min · Hillsdale Road

Turn right onto Haddon Avenue

178 ft · 11 sec · Haddon Avenue

Turn left

60 ft · 4 sec

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 3-hour and 6-minute journey, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the drive. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours near your destination is always a smart move. Keep your budget in mind, as the $26 fuel estimate may fluctuate based on current gas prices and your vehicle's specific efficiency. Because you are relying heavily on major corridors like I-70, stay alert for potential congestion as you approach the Gwynn Oak area. Prioritize a steady pace during your 71-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway to maintain a consistent arrival schedule.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

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

The halfway point lands around 77.8 miles from Westernport, MD, or about 1h 37m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 71 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 39m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 77.8 miles or 1h 37m 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 31m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Westernport, 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 Westernport, MD

This is one driving day of about 155.6 miles and 3h 6m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Westernport, 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 Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 71 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 77.8 mi from Westernport, MD · 1h 37m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Washington, DC

78 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

Washington, DC

Fuel and coffee

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

Washington, DC

Meal break

The midpoint is around 77.8 miles from Westernport, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Dwight D Eisenhower Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 71 miles.

Arriving in Gwynn Oak, MD

The final approach into Gwynn Oak, 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 Gwynn Oak, 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

$25.75 one way

$51.50 round trip

$4.20/gal 25.4 MPG avg 54 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.60	$28.17	$56.35
premium	$4.92	$30.15	$60.30
diesel	$5.64	$34.57	$69.14

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$26

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$51–$76

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 54.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	46.7	$16.34	$7.47
Efficient EV	38.9	$13.61	$6.22
EV Truck/SUV	62.2	$21.78	$9.96

Gas CO2

54 kg

EV CO2

18 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Westernport, MD

Evening in Westernport on Sunday

Local time

8:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

65°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gwynn Oak, MD

Evening in Gwynn Oak on Sunday

Local time

8:02 PM

EDT

Current temp

84°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

68°F

Washington, DC

78 mi in

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

19 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

3h 6m 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 Westernport, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD covers 155.6 miles and takes about 3h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, National Freeway, I 70. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 77.8 miles from Westernport, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $25.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

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

On the drive from Westernport, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.

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Trip from Westernport, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Gwynn Oak, MD

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Westernport, MD

Gwynn Oak, MD

Same local time

19 degrees warmer at arrival

3h 6m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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