Baltimore, MD to Algonquin, MD is 80.6 miles and takes about 2 hours 3 minutes via US 50, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip primarily within Maryland, taking you from the bustling Northeast region towards a more local destination. You'll experience a mixed drive, suggesting you won't be on a single type of road for the entire journey. Considering its relatively short length and the manageable duration, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or an easy transfer between points in the state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.3 miles from Baltimore, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 59m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 50
33.3 mi
47m
Blue Star Memorial Highway
19.1 mi
27m
Arundel Expressway
6.6 mi
9m
Governor Ritchie Highway
6.1 mi
8m
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
4.1 mi
5m
Baltimore Beltway
3.3 mi
4m
Ritchie Highway
2.4 mi
3m
Russell Street
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 33.3 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baltimore, MD and Algonquin, MD.
1
Start on East Fayette Street
0.2 mi·38 sec·East Fayette Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
2
Continue on West Fayette Street
0.4 mi·1 min·West Fayette Street
3
Turn left onto MD 295
0.4 mi·47 sec·North Greene Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi·2 min·Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto MD 295
4.1 mi·5 min·Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi·28 sec
Toward I 695 East: Glen BurnieUse the right lane.
7
Merge onto I 695
3.3 mi·4 min·Baltimore Beltway
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 2Toward MD 10 South: Severna ParkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on MD 10
5.9 mi·8 min·Arundel Expressway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
0.7 mi·1 min·Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 South: Severna ParkUse the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto MD 2
2.4 mi·3 min·Ritchie Highway
12
Continue on MD 2
6.1 mi·8 min·Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
14
Merge onto US 50; US 301
19 mi·27 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
33 mi·47 min·US 50
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
16
Turn right onto Maryland Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·Maryland Avenue
17
Continue on Muse Street
363 ft·16 sec·Muse Street
18
At end of road, turn left onto Gay Street
367 ft·16 sec·Gay Street
19
Turn right onto Poplar Street
406 ft·13 sec·Poplar Street
20
Continue on Locust Street
0.6 mi·2 min·Locust Street
21
At end of road, turn left onto Glenburn Avenue
246 ft·12 sec·Glenburn Avenue
22
Turn right onto Glasgow Street
0.6 mi·2 min·Glasgow Street
23
Continue on Sandy Hill Road
0.6 mi·2 min·Sandy Hill Road
24
Turn left onto Shawnee Road
0.1 mi·25 sec·Shawnee Road
25
Arrive at destination
Shawnee Road
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour drive time, this trip is easily achievable in a single day, allowing for flexibility in your departure time. You likely won't need extensive stops, but it's always wise to be aware of fuel levels, especially with a $13 estimated cost. The longest stretch on US 50 is over 33 miles, so ensure you're comfortable with that segment before you begin. Since this is a shorter route, you have the advantage of not needing to rush; consider leaving mid-morning to avoid peak traffic and arrive in Algonquin with plenty of daylight remaining.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 40.3 miles from Baltimore, MD, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 18 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.3 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Algonquin, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Baltimore, 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 Baltimore, MD
This is one driving day of about 80.6 miles and 2h 3m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Baltimore, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 50 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 40.3 miles from Baltimore, 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.6 and 44.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.6 mi into trip|~1m in|MD 295 / North Greene Street
Turn left onto MD 295 / North Greene Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
6.2 mi into trip|~10m in
Take the exit toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 695 East: Glen Burnie
7
9.6 mi into trip|~15m in
Take the exit toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
7
16.1 mi into trip|~24m in|MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
6
44.6 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|US 50
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50 toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.36 one way
$26.72 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.63
$29.27
premium
$4.93
$15.63
$31.26
diesel
$5.61
$17.80
$35.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.2
0
$8.46
$3.87
Efficient EV
20.2
0
$7.05
$3.22
EV Truck/SUV
32.2
0
$11.28
$5.16
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 16, 2026
Origin
Baltimore, MD
Night
in Baltimore on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
91°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 8 to 12 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Algonquin, MD
Night
in Algonquin on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°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
15 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 3m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was a deeply spiritual woman who lived her ideals and dedicated her life to freedom. She is the Underground Railroad’s best known conductor and before the Civil War repeatedly risked he...
9 mi from route
~22 min detour
Free
near mile 77.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive offers a mixed bag of road types, with 55% of it being highway driving. You'll encounter stretches on US 50, the Blue Star Memorial Highway, and the Arundel Expressway, indicating a blend of faster-paced travel and potentially some more local road segments. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 33.3 miles on US 50, so expect a sustained period of highway conditions before potentially transitioning. The character of the drive will likely shift as you progress, moving from potentially more urban approaches near Baltimore to whatever lies ahead as you approach Algonquin.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.3 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near MD 295 / North Greene Street.
Driving Effort9/10
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 16 significant decision points across 80.6 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 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 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.
On the drive from Baltimore, MD to Algonquin, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Rehoboth along the way.
Slices of American history are around every corner in Baltimore. Maryland's largest city is a gritty old seaport town that's perhaps most famous as the site of Fort McHenry, where, at the height of the War of 1812, the sight of a tattered but defiant American flag flying over the harbor, despite a furious British bombardment, inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem that was later adapted into the U.S. national anthem "Star-Spangled Banner". Nowadays, Baltimore's nonstop nightlife, temperate climate, tradition of hospitality (they don't call this place "Charm City" for nothing), and cultural attractions — not to mention its prime location on the juncture of Chesapeake Bay — made it one of the major tourist destinations of the Mid-Atlantic region.
Top landmarks
•Johns Hopkins Hospital — hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, United States
•Walters Art Museum — art museum in Baltimore, Maryland, US
•Baltimore Museum of Art — art museum in Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 3m. Total distance: 80.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 3m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (55%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.3 miles on US 50. 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 Algonquin, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (MD 295 / North Greene Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park. 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 Algonquin, MD before heading back.
