Origin
Annapolis, MD
Late night in Annapolis on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Annapolis, MD to Cape Saint Claire, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
14m
Distance
7.7 mi
12 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Annapolis, MD
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Cape Saint Claire, MD
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Trip Overview
This short, 7.7-mile drive from Annapolis to Cape Saint Claire in Maryland is easily manageable in about 14 minutes, making it a perfect option for a quick local trip. With no highway driving involved and a minimal fuel cost estimated at just $1, it's an economical and straightforward journey. As both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, you won't experience significant geographic changes. This route is ideal as a same-day excursion, requiring just one day of your travel plans. The experience is characterized by frequent turns, so be prepared for a more engaged driving experience.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Roscoe Rowe Boulevard | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Cape Saint Claire Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Busch's Frontage Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Bladen Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Hampton Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Hilltop Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Blue Ridge Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 3.5 mi, about 4m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis, MD and Cape Saint Claire, MD.
1
Start on School Street
137 ft
·
6 sec
·
School Street
2
Enter roundabout onto MD 450
77 ft
·
1 sec
·
College Avenue
3
Continue on MD 450
343 ft
·
7 sec
·
College Avenue
4
Turn left onto MD 70
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Bladen Street
5
Continue on MD 70
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward US 50 East: Bay Bridge
7
Merge onto US 50; US 301; MD 2
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 29A
Toward MD 179: Saint Margarets Road, Busch's Frontage Road
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Busch's Frontage Road
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
Busch's Frontage Road
Use the straight lane.
10
Turn left onto MD 179
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Saint Margarets Road
11
Continue on MD 179
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Cape Saint Claire Road
12
Turn left onto Hilltop Drive
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Hilltop Drive
13
Turn left onto Blue Ridge Drive
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Blue Ridge Drive
14
Turn right onto Hampton Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Hampton Road
15
Turn left onto Dogwood Tree Drive
312 ft
·
13 sec
·
Dogwood Tree Drive
16
Arrive at destination
Dogwood Tree Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 450 / College Avenue
Enter roundabout onto MD 450 / College Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
1.9 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Merge onto US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
5.4 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward MD 179: Saint Margarets Road, Busch's Frontage Road
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 29A
Toward MD 179: Saint Margarets Road, Busch's Fr...
4
7 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Hilltop Drive
Turn left onto Hilltop Drive
Navigation decision point
5
7.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
Dogwood Tree Drive
Turn left onto Dogwood Tree Drive
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.28 one way
$2.55 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.40 | $2.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.49 | $2.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.70 | $3.40 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.81 | $0.37 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.67 | $0.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.08 | $0.49 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Cape Saint Claire, MD
Late night in Cape Saint Claire on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
3 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
14m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with no percentage of time spent on highways. Your longest uninterrupted stretch will be 3.5 miles along the Blue Star Memorial Highway, offering a brief period of steady travel. You'll navigate using Roscoe Rowe Boulevard and Cape Saint Claire Road, indicating a route that winds through local areas rather than high-speed thoroughfares. This driving profile means you'll be making frequent adjustments, making it a more engaging experience for those who prefer active navigation over long, straight stretches.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.5 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 450 / College Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.7 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 450 / College Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
About the Cities
Starting in Annapolis, MD
Full guide →Annapolis is the capital city of the U.S. state of Maryland. Annapolis was a thriving, wealthy town in the 1600s and 1700s. Many of the houses and other buildings from the 1800s remain, leaving a thriving, vibrant historic district with shops and restaurants along the waterfront. Brick-lined streets and quaint shops add to the feel. You could easily spend a day walking around the town's downtown harbor area shopping and eating. There is also a lively nighttime scene.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 14m. Total distance: 7.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
14m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.5 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 450 / College Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.9 miles (US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Cape Saint Claire, 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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