Origin
Bryans Road, MD
Late night in Bryans Road on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bryans Road, MD to Redland, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 13m
Distance
53.6 mi
86 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 8m
★
6 AM
1h 14m
8 AM
1h 25m
10 AM
1h 18m
12 PM
1h 17m
3 PM
1h 18m
5 PM
1h 25m
8 PM
1h 10m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bryans Road, MD
MINEIA MARTINS
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Trip Overview
Spanning 53.6 miles across Maryland, this trip from Bryans Road to Redland typically takes about 1 hour and 13 minutes to complete. It is a straightforward journey that fits easily into a single day, making an overnight stay unnecessary. With a fuel budget of approximately $9, the route is economically efficient for a quick commute or regional visit. You will primarily navigate via the Indian Head Highway and the Capital Beltway. Since both your origin and destination are located within the Northeast region, the transition remains consistent throughout the drive. This itinerary is best suited for those looking for a practical, direct link between these two Maryland communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 19.1 mi | 22m |
| Indian Head Highway | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| Capital Beltway (Thru) | 8 mi | 10m |
| I 270 | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| Shady Grove Road | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| I 270 Spur | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Redland Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 19.1 mi, about 22m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bryans Road, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on MD 227
20 ft
·
9 sec
·
Livingston Road
2
Turn sharp left onto MD 210
14 mi
·
19 min
·
Indian Head Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
3
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 95, I 495: Richmond, Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South, I 295 North: Washington, Richmond
Use the slight left lane.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 95; I 495
8.0 mi
·
10 min
·
Capital Beltway (Thru)
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495
0.7 mi
·
47 sec
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on I 495
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Capital Beltway
Exit 170A
Toward I 495 North: Tysons Corner
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495
16 mi
·
19 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 Spur
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
I 270 Spur
Exit 38
Toward I 270: Rockville, Frederick
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 North
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 8
Toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward Shady Grove Road
14
Keep slight right at fork
442 ft
·
10 sec
Toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn straight onto Shady Grove Road
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Shady Grove Road
16
Turn right onto MD 115
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
·
Muncaster Mill Road
17
Turn right onto Redland Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
Redland Road
18
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 26.8 miles from Bryans Road, 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 155 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 49.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 210 / Indian Head Highway
Turn sharp left onto MD 210 / Indian Head Highway
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
13.8 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South, I 495 South, I 295 North: Washington, Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South, I 295 North: Wa...
8
14 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South, I 495 South: Richmond
8
49.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
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 8
Toward Shady Grove Road, Redland Boulevard
9
49.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Shady Grove Road East, Gaithersburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.89 one way
$17.77 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.73 | $19.46 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.40 | $20.79 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.83 | $23.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.1 | 0 | $5.63 | $2.57 |
| Efficient EV | 13.4 | 0 | $4.69 | $2.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.50 | $3.43 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Destination
Redland, MD
Late night in Redland on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
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
1h 13m 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 that requires your full attention as you transition between different road types. Only about 14% of this 53.6-mile trip consists of highway driving, meaning you will spend the bulk of your time navigating local infrastructure. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 19.1 miles while on the Capital Beltway, providing a brief period of consistent speed before you return to more technical maneuvering. The character of the road shifts from regional connectors to the high-traffic environment of the Beltway. Prepare for a dynamic experience that alternates between steady highway flow and the frequent turns characteristic of Maryland’s local road network.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.1 mi on Capital Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 210 / Indian Head Highway.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 53.6 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 210 / Indian Head Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Bryans Road, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Richmond, Frederick, Shady Grove Road East and Gaithersburg.
Baltimore
13.6 mi in
|
~19m
Richmond
13.8 mi in
|
~19m
Frederick
41.8 mi in
|
~55m
|
via I 270 Spur
Shady Grove Road East
49.8 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Gaithersburg
49.8 mi in
|
~1h 6m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 13m. Total distance: 53.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.1 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 Redland, 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 210 / Indian Head Highway): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Redland, 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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