Origin
Brooklyn Park, MD
Late night in Brooklyn Park on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Brooklyn Park, MD to Wheaton, MD
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
50m
Distance
34.4 mi
55 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 54m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Brooklyn Park, MD
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Wheaton, MD
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Trip Overview
Brooklyn Park, MD to Wheaton, MD is 34.4 miles and takes about 50m via I 95 and the Intercounty Connector, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region of the state to another part of the Northeast. It's a straightforward drive that offers a mix of highway speeds and surface road cruising. You'll find it's a convenient option for a quick relocation or a visit without a significant time commitment.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 17.1 mi | 19m |
| Intercounty Connector | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Randolph Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Belle Grove Road | 1.7 mi | 4m |
| Georgia Avenue | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| New Hampshire Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 6th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 17.1 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Brooklyn Park, MD and Wheaton, MD.
1
Start on Marshall Road
48 ft
·
6 sec
·
Marshall Road
2
Turn left onto 6th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
6th Avenue
3
Turn left onto MD 170
1.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Belle Grove Road
4
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 170
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Camp Meade Road
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward I 695 West: Towson
6
Merge onto I 695
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight lane.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 11B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 95
17 mi
·
19 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 31B
Toward MD 200 Toll West
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Intercounty Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 13
Toward MD 650: White Oak, Ashton
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
353 ft
·
11 sec
Toward MD 650 South: White Oak
13
Turn left onto MD 650
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
14
Turn right onto Randolph Road
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Randolph Road
Use the right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
169 ft
·
8 sec
16
Turn left onto MD 97
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Georgia Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
17
Turn right onto MD 193
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
University Boulevard West
18
Turn left onto MD 586
162 ft
·
16 sec
·
Veirs Mill Road
19
Arrive at destination
MD 586
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Brooklyn Park, 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 165 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 29 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
6th Avenue
Turn left onto 6th Avenue
Navigation decision point
7
5.7 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
23.2 mi into trip
|
~31m in
Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 31B
Toward MD 200 Toll West
8
28.8 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MD 650: White Oak, Ashton
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 13
Toward MD 650: White Oak, Ashton
6
29 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 650 South: White Oak
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 650 South: White Oak
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.70 one way
$11.41 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.25 | $12.49 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.67 | $13.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.60 | $15.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.61 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.01 | $1.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.8 | 0 | $4.82 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Wheaton, MD
Late night in Wheaton on Tuesday
Local time
5:56 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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
14 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
50m 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 about half highway, with 50% of the total mileage on faster roads like I 95 and the Baltimore Beltway. You'll experience a longest stretch of 17.1 miles on I 95, offering a period of consistent speed. The remainder of the trip transitions to surface roads, likely with more frequent intersections and varying speed limits as you approach your destination. Expect to notice dense exit activity when on the main highways.
50% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 early in the drive near 6th Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 16 decision points packed into just 34.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
466 ft
57 ft
Total Climb
588 ft
Total Descent
233 ft
Highest Point
466 ft
~34.4 mi in
Elevation Range
409 ft
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.
On the drive from Brooklyn Park, MD to Wheaton, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Ashton along the way.
Ashton
28.8 mi in
|
~38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 34.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (50%). 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 17.1 miles on I 95. 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 Wheaton, 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 (6th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 5.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 23.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Wheaton, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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