Origin
Algonquin, MD
Late night in Algonquin on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Algonquin, MD to South Bel Air, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 34m
Distance
103.9 mi
167 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
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6 AM
2h 35m
8 AM
2h 55m
10 AM
2h 42m
12 PM
2h 40m
3 PM
2h 43m
5 PM
2h 54m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Algonquin, MD
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South Bel Air, MD
Da Khatri
Trip Overview
Algonquin, MD to South Bel Air, MD is 103.9 miles and takes about 2h 34m via Ocean Gateway and Express Toll Lanes, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This one-day trip stays within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Expect a route that involves frequent turns and local road navigation, rather than a straight shot on a major highway. While the drive is relatively short, the profile suggests it's best suited for those who don't mind a more interactive driving experience with multiple directional changes.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
52 miles from Algonquin, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 20m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Gateway | 50.6 mi | 1h 11m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 8.5 mi | 9m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 8 mi | 12m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 7.3 mi | 8m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 5.9 mi | 8m |
| Arundel Expressway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 4.3 mi | 6m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 50.6 mi, about 1h 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin, MD and South Bel Air, MD.
1
Start on Shawnee Road
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Shawnee Road
2
Turn right onto Sandy Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sandy Hill Road
3
Continue on Glasgow Street
1.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Glasgow Street
4
At end of road, turn left onto High Street
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
High Street
5
Turn right onto Spring Street
407 ft
·
13 sec
·
Spring Street
6
Continue on Academy Street
432 ft
·
20 sec
·
Academy Street
7
Turn left onto Market Street
314 ft
·
8 sec
·
Market Street
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Maryland Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Maryland Avenue
9
Turn left onto US 50
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Sunburst Highway
10
Continue on US 50
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Senator Malkus Junior Bridge
11
Continue on US 50
51 mi
·
1 hr 11 min
·
Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
15
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
3.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 North: Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
Toward MD 270
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto MD 270
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
East Furnace Branch Road
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto MD 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ritchie Highway
Use the straight lane.
20
Turn slight right
0.3 mi
·
20 sec
Toward I 895
21
Continue on Harbor Tunnel Throughway
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
22
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
24
Continue on I 895
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
26
Keep slight right at fork
297 ft
·
3 sec
27
Merge onto I 95
7.3 mi
·
8 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 77A
Toward MD 24: Bel Air, Edgewood
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward MD 24 North: Bel Air
Use the slight left lane.
30
Turn left onto MD 24
4.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the left lane.
31
Turn right onto West Ring Factory Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ring Factory Road
Use the right lane.
32
Turn left onto MD 924
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Emmorton Road
33
Continue on MD 924
496 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Main Street
34
Turn right onto East MacPhail Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East MacPhail Road
35
Turn left onto South Shamrock Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
South Shamrock Road
36
Arrive at destination
South Shamrock Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2h 34m duration and turn-heavy nature, consider departing earlier in the day to allow ample time for navigation and any unexpected delays. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost of around $17, this is a manageable one-day trip. The flexibility of a shorter drive means you can depart when convenient, but pay close attention to your GPS, especially when transitioning from Ocean Gateway to the Express Toll Lanes, as this is where navigation can become more involved. Plan your fuel stops accordingly, as stretches of local driving might have fewer service options than a pure interstate route.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 52 miles from Algonquin, MD, or about 1h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 50.6 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 23 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 52 miles or 1h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near South Bel Air, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Algonquin, 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 Algonquin, MD
This is one driving day of about 103.9 miles and 2h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from Algonquin, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Ocean Gateway for about 50.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 52 miles from Algonquin, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 97.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.2 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
Market Street
Turn left onto Market Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
55.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
65 mi into trip
|
~1h 39m in
|
MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 North: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 North: Baltimore
8
97.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 22m in
Take the exit toward MD 24: Bel Air, Edgewood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 77A
Toward MD 24: Bel Air, Edgewood
7
97.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 24 North: Bel Air
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MD 24 North: Bel Air
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.23 one way
$34.45 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.87 | $37.73 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.15 | $40.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.94 | $45.88 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.41
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(5.9 mi)
$0.41
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
$17
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31.2 | 0 | $10.91 | $4.99 |
| Efficient EV | 26 | 0 | $9.09 | $4.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.6 | 0 | $14.55 | $6.65 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
South Bel Air, MD
Late night in South Bel Air on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
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
2h 34m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This route presents a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, with only a 25% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on local roads. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 50.6 miles on Ocean Gateway, offering a brief period of more consistent travel before re-engaging with more complex navigation. You'll transition between Ocean Gateway, the Express Toll Lanes, and Governor Ritchie Highway, indicating a varied road experience. Be prepared for a dynamic journey that requires attention to upcoming turns and road changes.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 50.6 mi on Ocean Gateway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 2.2 miles in near Market Street.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 103.9 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 2.2 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles (MD 10 / Arundel Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Algonquin, MD and South Bel Air, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Edgewood.
Severna Park
55.3 mi in
|
~1h 24m
Edgewood
97.2 mi in
|
~2h 22m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 34m. Total distance: 103.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 50.6 miles on Ocean Gateway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.41 in tolls one way, starting with Harbor Tunnel Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at South Bel Air, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 2.2 miles (Market Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 55.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65 miles (MD 10 / Arundel Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at South Bel Air, MD before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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