Origin
Woodlawn, MD
Evening in Woodlawn on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodlawn, MD to Beltsville, MD
Data updated 1 hour ago
Drive Time
40m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 37m
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6 AM
0h 41m
8 AM
0h 47m
10 AM
0h 43m
12 PM
0h 42m
3 PM
0h 43m
5 PM
0h 47m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodlawn, MD
Phil Evenden
Beltsville, MD
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Trip Overview
The drive from Woodlawn, MD to Beltsville, MD covers 30.1 miles and takes about 40m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 95, Baltimore Beltway, Powder Mill Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 19.6 miles on I 95. At current regular gas prices, budget about $4.99 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
15 miles from Woodlawn, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .
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Drive Character
This is a 40m highway drive covering 30.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 95 and Baltimore Beltway. The longest continuous stretch is about 19.6 miles on I 95.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 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 19.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Baltimore Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 7 significant decision points across 30.1 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 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
8
7.4 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: 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 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...
9
7.6 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
7.7 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
27.6 mi into trip
|
~36m in
Take the exit toward MD 212 East: Beltsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29A
Toward MD 212 East: Beltsville
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 Woodlawn, MD to Beltsville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
Washington
7.4 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 19.6 mi | 22m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 5.1 mi | 6m |
| Powder Mill Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Woodlawn Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Security Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 19.6 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodlawn, MD and Beltsville, MD.
1
Start on Woodlawn Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Woodlawn Drive
2
Turn slight right
137 ft
·
5 sec
Toward MD 122
3
Turn slight right onto MD 122
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Security Boulevard
4
Take the ramp
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
5
Merge onto I 695
5.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft
·
8 sec
Exit 11B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 95
20 mi
·
22 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 29A
Toward MD 212 East: Beltsville
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto MD 212
0.5 mi
·
44 sec
·
Powder Mill Road
12
Continue on MD 212A
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Powder Mill Road
13
Arrive at destination
MD 212A
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 15 miles from Woodlawn, MD, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.6 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 30.1 miles or 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15 miles or 21m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 34m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Beltsville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Woodlawn, 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 Woodlawn, MD
This is one driving day of about 30.1 miles and 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Woodlawn, 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 I 95 for about 19.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15 mi from Woodlawn, MD · 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Woodlawn, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Beltsville, MD
The final approach into Beltsville, 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 Beltsville, 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
$4.99 one way
$9.98 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
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: 10.5 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 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
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
Beltsville, MD
Evening in Beltsville on Tuesday
Local time
6:41 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°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
27 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
40m 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 Woodlawn, MD to Beltsville, MD covers 30.1 miles and takes about 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 95, Baltimore Beltway, Powder Mill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15 miles from Woodlawn, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.99 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 demanding drive. With 7 significant decision points across 30.1 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.6 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Woodlawn, MD to Beltsville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
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