Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
48m
Distance
32.9 mi
53 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
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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Baltimore Highlands, MD
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The drive from Wheaton, MD to Baltimore Highlands, MD covers 32.9 miles and takes about 48m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Intercounty Connector, Randolph Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.5 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $5.45 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
16.5 miles from Wheaton, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 24m into the drive .
The drive from Wheaton, MD to Baltimore Highlands, MD covers 32.9 miles and takes about 48m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 10.7 miles in.
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 32.9 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: at 10.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie, Key Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward Lansdowne, Maryland Food Bank
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Wheaton, MD and Baltimore Highlands, MD, road signs point toward Burtonsville, Lansdowne and Maryland Food Bank.
Burtonsville
Lansdowne
Maryland Food Bank
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 14.5 mi | 16m |
| Intercounty Connector | 5.2 mi | 6m |
| Randolph Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Hollins Ferry Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Georgia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| New Hampshire Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Annapolis Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Wheaton, MD and Baltimore Highlands, MD.
Start on MD 586
Turn left onto Ennalls Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto MD 97
Turn right
Continue on this road
Keep slight left at fork
Turn straight onto Randolph Road
Turn left onto MD 650
Take the ramp
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Merge onto I 695
Take the exit
Turn right onto Hollins Ferry Road
Turn right onto Daisy Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto MD 648
Turn left onto Virginia Avenue
Turn right onto Washington Street
Arrive at destination
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.
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 32.9 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 16.5 miles or 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 37m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore Highlands, MD than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Wheaton, 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 Wheaton, MD
This is one driving day of about 32.9 miles and 48m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 16.5 mi from Wheaton, MD · 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 32.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.5 miles from Wheaton, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Baltimore Highlands, 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 Baltimore Highlands, MD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$5.45 one way
$10.91 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.97 | $11.95 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.38 | $12.76 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.26 | $14.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.45 | $1.58 |
| Efficient EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.88 | $1.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.61 | $2.11 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Wheaton on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
87°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Evening in Baltimore Highlands on Wednesday
Local time
5:10 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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