Origin
Wheaton, MD
Evening in Wheaton on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wheaton, MD to Aberdeen, MD
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 26m
Distance
65.9 mi
106 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wheaton, MD
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Aberdeen, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Wheaton, MD to Aberdeen, MD covers 65.9 miles and takes about 1h 26m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I 95, Harbor Tunnel Thruway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.3 miles on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.93 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
33 miles from Wheaton, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 1h 26m drive with frequent turns across 65.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 29 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 15.3 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 around 10.7 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.9 miles you will encounter 19 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: at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 19 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.7 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
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 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
7
12.6 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
8
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
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 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
10
63.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
8
64 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town Center
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Wheaton, MD to Aberdeen, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
Burtonsville
10.7 mi in
|
~17m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 15.3 mi | 17m |
| I 95 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Intercounty Connector | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Randolph Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| West Bel Air Avenue | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
— 15.3 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton, MD and Aberdeen, MD.
1
Start on MD 586
322 ft
·
15 sec
·
Veirs Mill Road
2
Turn left onto Ennalls Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Ennalls Avenue
3
At end of road, turn left onto MD 97
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Georgia Avenue
4
Turn right
235 ft
·
8 sec
5
Continue on this road
230 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
6
Keep slight left at fork
285 ft
·
12 sec
7
Turn straight onto Randolph Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Randolph Road
8
Turn left onto MD 650
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
9
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
10
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
5.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Intercounty Connector
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
16
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto I 895
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit 46
Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Continue on I 895
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
19
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
21
Continue on I 895
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
23
Keep slight right at fork
297 ft
·
3 sec
24
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
17 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
Use the slight right lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Turn straight onto MD 132
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
West Bel Air Avenue
29
Arrive at destination
MD 132
Trip Plan
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 33 miles from Wheaton, MD, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 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 14 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33 miles or 44m 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 13m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Aberdeen, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Wheaton, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Wheaton, MD
This is one driving day of about 65.9 miles and 1h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Wheaton, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway for about 15.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 33 mi from Wheaton, MD · 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33 miles from Wheaton, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Aberdeen, MD
The final approach into Aberdeen, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.93 one way
$21.85 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.97 | $23.93 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.78 | $25.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.55 | $29.10 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.81
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(11.6 mi)
$0.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.8 | 0 | $6.92 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.77 | $2.64 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.4 | 0 | $9.23 | $4.22 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Aberdeen, MD
Evening in Aberdeen on Wednesday
Local time
5:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°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
4 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 26m 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 Wheaton, MD to Aberdeen, MD covers 65.9 miles and takes about 1h 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I 95, Harbor Tunnel Thruway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 33 miles from Wheaton, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.93 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.9 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Wheaton, MD to Aberdeen, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
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