Origin
Aspen Hill, MD
Late night in Aspen Hill on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aspen Hill, MD to Silver Spring, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
7.2 mi
12 km
Drive Score
4/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick commute between Aspen Hill and Silver Spring, this 7.2-mile trek is a straightforward option that typically takes about 18 minutes to complete. Because the distance is so short, you certainly do not need an overnight stay; it works perfectly as a simple day trip or a standard local drive. You can expect to keep your transit costs minimal, with an estimated fuel budget of just $1. The journey keeps you entirely within the Northeast region of Maryland, moving you from one suburban hub to another without any complex navigation. It is an efficient way to get across Montgomery County without the need for extensive travel planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Avenue | 7 mi | 17m |
Longest stretch:
Georgia Avenue
— 7 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aspen Hill, MD and Silver Spring, 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
7.0 mi
·
17 min
·
Georgia Avenue
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 29
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
6
Turn right
158 ft
·
13 sec
7
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
8
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
4 of 44 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 7.2 — 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
7
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. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
7.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
7.2 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.19 one way
$2.39 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.31 | $2.61 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.40 | $2.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.59 | $3.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.5 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 | 2.2 | 0 | $0.76 | $0.35 |
| Efficient EV | 1.8 | 0 | $0.63 | $0.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.01 | $0.46 |
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
Silver Spring, MD
Late night in Silver Spring on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
1 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
18m 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 rather than a high-speed interstate experience, as this route has a highway share of 0%. You will spend the entire 7.2-mile journey navigating via Georgia Avenue, which serves as the primary artery for your travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is the full 7 miles on this specific road. Because you are navigating local infrastructure, the drive requires your full attention to manage turns and typical suburban traffic patterns. It lacks the monotony of a long highway haul, offering a direct, steady transit experience from start to finish.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7 mi on Georgia Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 97 / Georgia Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 18m drive. You will face about 4 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 7.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7 miles on Georgia Avenue. 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 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.1 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Silver Spring, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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