Origin
Aspen Hill, MD
Late night in Aspen Hill on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aspen Hill, MD to Bowie, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
41m
Distance
25.4 mi
41 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 38m
★
6 AM
0h 42m
8 AM
0h 49m
10 AM
0h 44m
12 PM
0h 43m
3 PM
0h 44m
5 PM
0h 48m
8 PM
0h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aspen Hill, MD
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Bowie, MD
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 32.7-mile drive from Aspen Hill to Bowie, Maryland, is designed for a single day, taking about 40 minutes to complete. You'll navigate primarily along Georgia Avenue, University Boulevard West, and University Boulevard East, with no highway driving involved. Budget around $5 for fuel, making this an economical trip. The route's local character means you'll likely encounter traffic lights and intersections, so be prepared for a stop-and-go experience rather than a high-speed journey. It's a convenient option for a quick trip within the Northeast region, connecting two points in Maryland without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 10.3 mi | 12m |
| John Hanson Highway | 5.7 mi | 6m |
| Georgia Avenue | 3.2 mi | 7m |
| University Boulevard West | 2.8 mi | 6m |
| Collington Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| University Boulevard East | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Evergreen Parkway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 10.3 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aspen Hill, MD and Bowie, MD.
1
Start on this road
129 ft
·
11 sec
·
this road
2
Turn uturn onto MD 97
139 ft
·
8 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
3
Turn slight left
285 ft
·
17 sec
4
Turn sharp left onto MD 97
3.1 mi
·
7 min
·
Georgia Avenue
5
Turn left onto MD 193
2.8 mi
·
6 min
·
University Boulevard West
Use the left lane.
6
Continue on MD 193
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
University Boulevard East
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 495 East: Capital Beltway East, Baltimore, College Park
8
Merge onto I 495
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 19A
Toward US 50 East: Annapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto US 50
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
John Hanson Highway
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 11
Toward MD 197: Bowie
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
273 ft
·
6 sec
Toward MD 197
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Turn straight onto MD 197
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Collington Road
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Evergreen Parkway
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Evergreen Parkway
15
Turn right
259 ft
·
20 sec
16
Turn left
110 ft
·
8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 24.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Turn uturn onto MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Turn sharp left onto MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
7
17.2 mi into trip
|
~29m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East: Annapolis
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 19A
Toward US 50 East: Annapolis
7
23.9 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MD 197: Bowie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11
Toward MD 197: Bowie
7
24.3 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 197
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward MD 197
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.21 one way
$8.42 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.61 | $9.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.93 | $9.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.61 | $11.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| Efficient EV | 6.4 | 0 | $2.22 | $1.02 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.2 | 0 | $3.56 | $1.63 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
Bowie, MD
Late night in Bowie on Sunday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°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
5 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
41m 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' for the entirety of this 32.7-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, this route keeps you on surface streets like Georgia Avenue and the University Boulevards. There isn't a 'longest stretch' of uninterrupted driving to note, as you'll be navigating through suburban Maryland with frequent intersections and traffic signals. The road's personality is consistent throughout; it's a connected local network rather than a divided highway, so pay attention to turns and local traffic patterns as you make your way from Aspen Hill to Bowie.
Only 1% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.3 mi on Capital Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 97 / Georgia Avenue.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 25.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 41m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Aspen Hill, MD and Bowie, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore and College Park.
Baltimore
6.7 mi in
|
~15m
College Park
6.7 mi in
|
~15m
About the Cities
Arriving in Bowie, MD
Full guide →Bowie is a suburban bedroom community of Washington, D.C. in Prince George's County, Maryland.
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 41m. Total distance: 25.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
41m 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 10.3 miles on Capital Beltway. 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 Bowie, 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 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 17.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Bowie, 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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