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Trip from Annapolis, MD to Woodmore, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

30m

Distance

20.2 mi

33 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$3

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 8 min
4 AM
0h 28m ★
6 AM
0h 31m
8 AM
0h 36m
10 AM
0h 33m
12 PM
0h 32m
3 PM
0h 33m
5 PM
0h 36m
8 PM
0h 29m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

city in and county seat of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States, and Maryland federated state capital city

Annapolis, MD

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Downtown Woodmore, MD, MD

Woodmore, MD

Carly Dernetz

Trip Overview

Annapolis, MD to Woodmore, MD is 20.2 miles and takes about 30m via John Hanson Highway, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short, same-day trip stays within Maryland, making it a convenient local drive. Expect a route with frequent turns as you navigate through the Northeast region. It's a straightforward journey, ideal for when you need to get from point A to B without a significant time commitment.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
John Hanson Highway 10.7 mi 13m
Woodmore Road 2.4 mi 4m
Mitchellville Road 1.6 mi 3m
Mount Oak Road 1.5 mi 2m
Roscoe Rowe Boulevard 1.4 mi 2m
US 301 0.9 mi 1m
North West Crain Highway 0.7 mi 1m
Bladen Street 0.3 mi <1m
Longest stretch: John Hanson Highway — 10.7 mi, about 13m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis, MD and Woodmore, 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

1.4 mi · 2 min · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
6

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 53 sec
7

Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2

11 mi · 13 min · John Hanson Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit onto US 301

0.2 mi · 14 sec · US 301
Exit 13A-B-C Toward MD 3, US 301: Crofton, Richmond Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301

0.4 mi · 34 sec · US 301
Exit 13A Toward US 301 South: Richmond Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 301

0.3 mi · 41 sec · US 301
Exit 13A Toward US 301 South: Richmond Use the right lane.
11

Merge onto US 301

0.7 mi · 1 min · North West Crain Highway
12

Turn right onto Heritage Boulevard

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Heritage Boulevard
13

At end of road, turn left onto Mitchellville Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Mitchellville Road
14

Turn right onto Mount Oak Road

1.5 mi · 2 min · Mount Oak Road
15

Continue on Woodmore Road

1.0 mi · 1 min · Woodmore Road
16

Enter roundabout onto Woodmore Road

105 ft · 3 sec · Woodmore Road
17

Continue on Woodmore Road

1.4 mi · 2 min · Woodmore Road
18

Turn slight right

39 ft · 1 sec
Use the right lane.
19

Arrive at destination

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 11

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.3 — 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

8
12.8 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 301

Take the exit onto US 301 toward MD 3, US 301: Crofton, Richmond

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 13A-B-C Toward MD 3, US 301: Crofton, Richmond
8
13 mi into trip | ~17m in | US 301

Keep slight left at fork onto US 301 toward US 301 South: Richmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 13A Toward US 301 South: Richmond
8
13.4 mi into trip | ~18m in | US 301

Keep slight right at fork onto US 301 toward US 301 South: Richmond

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the right lane. Exit 13A Toward US 301 South: Richmond
4
16.3 mi into trip | ~23m in | Mount Oak Road

Turn right onto Mount Oak Road

Navigation decision point

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$3.35 one way

$6.70 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $3.67 $7.34
premium $4.93 $3.92 $7.84
diesel $5.61 $4.46 $8.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$3

Estimated CO2 emission: 7.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 6.1 0 $2.12 $0.97
Efficient EV 5.1 0 $1.77 $0.81
EV Truck/SUV 8.1 0 $2.83 $1.29

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Annapolis, MD

Late night in Annapolis on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Woodmore, MD

Late night in Woodmore on Sunday

Local time

1:58 AM

EDT

Current temp

63°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

11 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

30m 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 drive is characterized by its 'turn-heavy' local feel, with only about 40% of the route on highways. You'll spend most of your time on roads like John Hanson Highway, Woodmore Road, and Mitchellville Road. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 10.7 miles on John Hanson Highway. Be prepared for a dynamic driving experience that requires attention to navigation as you transition between different road types and local thoroughfares.

Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.7 mi on John Hanson Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

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 early in the drive near MD 450 / College Avenue.

Driving Effort 7/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 20.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.

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 12.8 miles (US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles (US 301): 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.

On the drive from Annapolis, MD to Woodmore, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Richmond along the way.

Richmond

12.8 mi in | ~17m | via US 301

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 30m. Total distance: 20.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

30m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 10.7 miles on John Hanson Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Woodmore, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

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 12.8 miles (US 301): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13 miles (US 301): 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 Woodmore, 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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