Summer Road Trips in Maryland
Routes
30
Avg Distance
166 mi
Avg Drive
3h 29m
Destinations
25
Maryland in the summer offers a diverse range of drives, from nearly 300-mile excursions to shorter, four-hour loops. With an average trip length around 166 miles and a drive score consistently hitting 9, these routes provide substantial exploration. You'll encounter a variety of terrain, from flat expanses to gently rolling hills reaching over 2,600 feet in elevation. Many routes boast excellent EV coverage, with some offering over 30 DC fast chargers, making longer trips feasible.
Fuel snapshot for this state
Regular
$4.49/gal
Diesel: $5.35/gal
Typical trip cost
$24–$50
One-way, ~166 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG
CO₂ per trip
~58 kg
ICE vehicle, one-way average
Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01
Climate through the year: Maryland
Maryland peaks at around 89°F in Jul and cools to 43°F / 25°F in Jan. Wettest month is Jul at ~4.5 in of rain. Table highlights Summer months.
| Month | High °F | Low °F | Rain in | Snow in |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 43 | 25 | 3.1 | 6.4 |
| Feb | 46 | 27 | 2.9 | 7.5 |
| Mar | 55 | 34 | 4 | 2.8 |
| Apr | 67 | 44 | 3.4 | — |
| May | 76 | 53 | 3.9 | — |
| Jun peak | 84 | 63 | 4 | — |
| Jul peak | 89 | 68 | 4.5 | — |
| Aug peak | 87 | 66 | 4.1 | — |
| Sep | 80 | 59 | 4.4 | — |
| Oct | 68 | 47 | 3.9 | — |
| Nov | 57 | 37 | 3.1 | 0.1 |
| Dec | 48 | 30 | 3.7 | 2.5 |
Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for MD — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.
Planning Tips
- Carry extra water — summer heat in the car and at rest stops dehydrates faster than you think.
- Start drives early or late to avoid peak afternoon heat, especially through desert or plains stretches.
- Check your tire pressure before long summer drives — hot pavement increases blowout risk with underinflated tires.
Frequently Asked Questions
Summer Routes
Editor's pick
Clinton, MD → Clayton, NC
Through: Norfolk → Va Beach → Rocky Mount +1 more
This longer, 284-mile route cuts across Maryland and into North Carolina, featuring mostly flat terrain and reaching a modest 342 feet in elevation. It's a solid choice for those looking to cover significant ground with its high drive score.
Editor's pick
Cambridge, MD → Cumberland, MD
Through: Severna Park
Traversing gently rolling terrain up to 1,159 feet, this 208-mile drive offers excellent EV support with 31 DC fast chargers. It's a well-rounded option for exploring the state's varied landscapes.
Editor's pick
Oakland, MD → Essex, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Climbing to the highest elevation on this list at 2,643 feet, this 198-mile route provides excellent EV infrastructure with 37 DC fast chargers. It's a great pick for experiencing Maryland's more mountainous summer scenery.
Cumberland, MD → Elkton, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Hagerstown, MD → Berlin, MD
Through: Baltimore → Washington → Rehoboth
Mountain Lake Park, MD → Baltimore, MD
Through: Towson → Glen Burnie
Oakland, MD → Bethesda, MD
Through: Washington → Baltimore
Annapolis, MD → Frostburg, MD
Through: Towson → Local Traffic
Westernport, MD → Essex, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Ocean City, MD → Frederick, MD
Through: Severna Park
Gaithersburg, MD → Crisfield, MD
Through: College Park → Rehoboth → Ocean City
Snow Hill, MD → Frederick, MD
Through: Dover → Severna Park
Cumberland, MD → North Bel Air, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
Cumberland, MD → Bel Air, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie +1 more
La Vale, MD → Annapolis, MD
Through: Baltimore → Towson → Glen Burnie
Bowie, MD → Lonaconing, MD
Through: Silver Spring → Baltimore
Westernport, MD → Gwynn Oak, MD
Through: Baltimore
Westernport, MD → Catonsville, MD
Through: Baltimore
Ocean City, MD → Fort Washington, MD
Through: Forest Heights
Bowie, MD → La Vale, MD
Through: Silver Spring → Baltimore
New Mexico, MD → Willards, MD
Through: Rehoboth → Ocean City
Montgomery Village, MD → Ocean Pines, MD
Through: College Park → Rehoboth
Frostburg, MD → Laurel, MD
Through: Clarksville
Frostburg, MD → Greenbelt, MD
Through: College Park
Ocean Pines, MD → North Bel Air, MD
Through: Baltimore → New Castle
Hagerstown, MD → Cambridge, MD
Through: Baltimore → Washington → Rehoboth
New Mexico, MD → Pittsville, MD
Through: Rehoboth
Salisbury, MD → Germantown, MD
Through: Silver Spring
Salisbury, MD → North Bel Air, MD
Through: Wilmington → Baltimore → New Castle
Cumberland, MD → Laurel, MD
Through: Clarksville