Baltimore, MD to Bartonsville, MD is 46.5 miles and takes about 58 minutes via I 70 and I 95, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Maryland, making it a straightforward trip if you're looking to stay local. Most of the journey is on major highways, so expect a consistent pace. Given its short duration and highway focus, this route is ideal for a quick transit or a segment of a larger regional journey through the Northeast. You'll spend most of your time on the interstate, so plan for that kind of driving experience.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 70
32.5 mi
34m
Baltimore Beltway
4.6 mi
6m
I 95
2.9 mi
3m
Old National Pike
1.9 mi
2m
Cal Ripken Way
0.7 mi
1m
Bartonsville Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Light Street
0.4 mi
1m
East Conway Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 32.5 mi, about 34m
Traffic on I-695
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 12 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
5 PM
~3,922 veh/hr typical
· worst 7,433
Quietest
2 AM
~346 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 50 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Baltimore, MD and Bartonsville, MD.
1
Start on East Fayette Street
487 ft·23 sec·East Fayette Street
2
Turn left onto MD 2
312 ft·10 sec·Saint Paul Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
3
Continue on MD 2
0.4 mi·1 min·Light Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
4
Turn right onto East Conway Street
0.3 mi·52 sec·East Conway Street
Use the right lane.
5
Turn left onto I 395
0.7 mi·1 min·Cal Ripken Way
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
Merge onto I 95
2.9 mi·3 min·I 95
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 49BToward I 695 West: TowsonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 695
4.6 mi·6 min·Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·23 sec
Exit 16A-BToward I 70: Frederick, Local TrafficUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 16AToward I 70 West: FrederickUse the slight left lane.
12
Merge onto I 70
14 mi·15 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 70; US 40
12 mi·12 min·I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 70; US 40
6.6 mi·7 min·I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 59Toward MD 144Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto Meadow Road
452 ft·14 sec·Meadow Road
17
Turn right onto MD 144
1.9 mi·2 min·Old National Pike
Use the left lane.
18
Turn left onto Bartonsville Road
0.4 mi·59 sec·Bartonsville Road
19
Turn right onto Hines Road
99 ft·4 sec·Hines Road
20
Arrive at destination
Hines Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 23.3 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 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 43.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|MD 2 / Saint Paul Street
Turn left onto MD 2 / Saint Paul Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
7
5.2 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward I 695 West: Towson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 49B
Toward I 695 West: Towson
8
10.4 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16A-B
Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
8
10.6 mi into trip|~17m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
7
43.9 mi into trip|~53m in
Take the exit toward MD 144
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 59
Toward MD 144
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.22 one way
$16.45 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg16 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$9.01
$18.01
premium
$5.24
$9.60
$19.20
diesel
$5.35
$9.79
$19.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging
· 0 stops
· 69% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
14
0
$4.88
$2.23
Efficient EV
11.6
0
$4.07
$1.86
EV Truck/SUV
18.6
0
$6.51
$2.98
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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 Jun 2, 2026
Origin
Baltimore, MD
Afternoon
in Baltimore on Wednesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Isolated Rain Showers then Partly Cloudy
E 3 to 10 mph15% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 1 at 6:59PM EDT until June 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Destination
Bartonsville, MD
Afternoon
in Bartonsville on Wednesday
Local time
4:46 PM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers
NE 0 to 10 mph4% chanceLive forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 1 at 6:59PM EDT until June 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
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
58m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 76% of the route utilizing major interstates. You'll experience a predominantly fast-paced journey, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 32.5 miles on I 70. Expect smooth sailing for the majority of the trip, as the main roads are designed for efficient travel. The profile suggests a consistent driving experience without significant shifts in road type or speed.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.5 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Baltimore Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MD 2 / Saint Paul Street.
Driving Effort10/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 46.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 58m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
677 ft36 ft
Total Climb
719 ft
Total Descent
343 ft
Highest Point
677 ft
~33.2 mi in
Elevation Range
641 ft
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 Bartonsville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Local Traffic 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 58m. Total distance: 46.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 32.5 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Bartonsville, 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: at 0.1 miles (MD 2 / Saint Paul Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Antietam National Battlefield (5 total within detour distance). 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 Bartonsville, MD before heading back.
