Dundalk, MD Road Trips
Dundalk, MD serves as a quiet starting point in the Northeast, connecting drivers to 3 outbound routes across the area. Most drives stay under 45 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Dundalk, MD head west, giving the route network a clear directional lean.
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Trip Routes
11
Longest Drive
79.2 mi
Hagerstown, MD
Quickest Drive
17m
Baltimore, MD
Plan Around Dundalk, MD
Popular Incoming Routes
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Trips from Dundalk, MD
Driving from Dundalk, MD
The typical drive from Dundalk, MD covers about 45 miles and takes around 59m. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 79 miles (1h 37m), while the shortest is just 9 miles.
Popular Destinations
Drivers leaving Dundalk, MD most often head toward Hagerstown, MD (79.2 mi, 1h 37m), Gaithersburg, MD (46.7 mi, 1h 2m), and Baltimore, MD (8.6 mi, 17m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.
Planning & Costs
Regular gas in MD currently averages around $4.09 per gallon. For the typical 45-mile trip from Dundalk, MD, budget about $7 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.
Most routes head west — leaving in the morning keeps the sun behind you for a more comfortable drive. With an average drive under three hours, you have plenty of flexibility — leave whenever it suits you.
Frequently Asked Questions
There are 3 mapped routes leaving Dundalk, MD and 8 routes heading into Dundalk, MD, covering 11 total connections. Distances range from 9 to 79 miles.
The longest mapped route from Dundalk, MD covers 79 miles and takes approximately 1h 37m. Shorter options start at just 9 miles.
The average route from Dundalk, MD runs about 45 miles with a drive time of roughly 59m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.
At current gas prices (about $4.09/gallon for regular), the average 45-mile trip from Dundalk, MD costs roughly $7 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.
The most popular road trip destinations from Dundalk, MD include Hagerstown, MD, Gaithersburg, MD and Baltimore, MD. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.
Dundalk, MD by the Numbers
Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.
Population
65,441
Median Income
$62,349
Median Home Value
$199,600
Median Age
37.4
Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.
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