Origin
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Colmar Manor, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
45m
Distance
30.1 mi
48 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 41m
★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 48m
12 PM
0h 47m
3 PM
0h 48m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 43m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Catonsville, MD
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Colmar Manor, MD
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Trip Overview
Spanning just 30.1 miles, this quick trip from Catonsville to Colmar Manor is a straightforward journey through Maryland. You can expect to spend about 45 minutes on the road, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Because the route relies entirely on local roads, you won't need to worry about highway navigation or long-distance logistics. With an estimated fuel cost of only $5, it is an incredibly budget-friendly drive. This route is best suited for those who prefer navigating neighborhood streets over the monotony of major interstates, providing a practical way to connect these two Maryland locales.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 21.6 mi | 29m |
| MD 166 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| Annapolis Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| South Rolling Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Bloomsbury Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Bladensburg Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 41st Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Frederick Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 21.6 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Colmar Manor, MD.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MD 144
153 ft
·
8 sec
·
Frederick Road
3
Turn right onto Bloomsbury Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Bloomsbury Avenue
4
At end of road, turn left onto MD 166
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
South Rolling Road
5
Continue on MD 166
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
·
South Rolling Road
Use the straight lane.
6
Turn left onto MD 166
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
MD 166
Toward I 195 East
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2B
Toward MD 295 South: Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto MD 295
22 mi
·
29 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward MD 450: Annapolis, Bladensburg
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
299 ft
·
7 sec
Toward MD 450: Bladensburg
11
Turn straight onto MD 450
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Annapolis Road
12
Continue on MD 450
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bladensburg Road
13
Turn left onto 41st Avenue
0.2 mi
·
55 sec
·
41st Avenue
14
Turn right onto Lawrence Street
120 ft
·
5 sec
·
Lawrence Street
15
Arrive at destination
Lawrence Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15 miles from Catonsville, 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 105 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28 — 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
|
MD 144 / Frederick Road
Turn left onto MD 144 / Frederick Road
Navigation decision point
6
2.2 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
MD 166
Turn left onto MD 166 toward I 195 East
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 195 East
7
5.5 mi into trip
|
~9m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 South: Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2B
Toward MD 295 South: Washington
7
27.8 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Take the exit toward MD 450: Annapolis, Bladensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 450: Annapolis, Bladensburg
6
28 mi into trip
|
~40m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 450: Bladensburg
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 450: Bladensburg
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.99 one way
$9.98 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.47 | $10.93 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.84 | $11.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.65 | $13.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.44 |
| Efficient EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12 | 0 | $4.21 | $1.93 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Colmar Manor, MD
Late night in Colmar Manor on Sunday
Local time
5:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
6 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
45m 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 as you navigate your way across the region. You will spend 0% of your time on highways, meaning your entire 30.1-mile journey consists of navigating Frederick Road, Bloomsbury Avenue, and South Rolling Road. Because there are no highway segments, you should be prepared for frequent stops and consistent attention to local traffic patterns. The personality of this drive is defined by its technical nature rather than speed or long, uninterrupted stretches. It is an ideal route if you enjoy staying engaged with the road and prefer a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel.
83% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 21.6 mi on Baltimore-Washington Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and MD 166. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 144 / Frederick Road.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 30.1 miles you will encounter 10 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 144 / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (MD 166): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 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.
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 Catonsville, MD to Colmar Manor, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Bladensburg along the way.
Bladensburg
27.8 mi in
|
~40m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 45m. Total distance: 30.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 21.6 miles on Baltimore-Washington Parkway. 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 Colmar Manor, 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 144 / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 2.2 miles (MD 166): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Colmar Manor, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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