Origin
Catonsville, MD
Evening in Catonsville on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Fairmount Heights, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 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 44m
★
6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 55m
8 PM
0h 45m
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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Fairmount Heights, MD
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Trip Overview
Catonsville, MD to Fairmount Heights, MD is 31.6 miles and takes about 47 minutes via Baltimore-Washington Parkway, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive will take you through the Northeast region of Maryland, staying within the state for the entire trip. It's a relatively short journey, making it ideal for a quick trip where you want to get to your destination without a major time commitment. Consider this route if you need an efficient way to travel between these two points with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 23.2 mi | 32m |
| MD 166 | 3.3 mi | 3m |
| South Rolling Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Eastern Avenue Northeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| Bloomsbury Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| J Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Kenilworth Avenue Freeway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kenilworth Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 23.2 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Fairmount Heights, 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
23 mi
·
32 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
35 sec
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on MD 201
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
Toward Eastern Avenue, Aquatic Gardens
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on Kenilworth Avenue
416 ft
·
17 sec
·
Kenilworth Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Turn left onto Eastern Avenue Northeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Avenue Northeast
14
Turn left onto J Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
J Street
15
At end of road, turn right onto 59th Avenue
77 ft
·
7 sec
·
59th Avenue
16
Turn left onto H Street
46 ft
·
2 sec
·
H Street
17
Arrive at destination
H Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 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 125 decision points cluster between mile 2.2 and 31.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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
8
29.4 mi into trip
|
~42m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
8
30.1 mi into trip
|
~43m in
Take the exit toward Eastern Avenue, Aquatic Gardens
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 Eastern Avenue, Aquatic Gardens
6
31.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
59th Avenue
At end of road, turn right onto 59th Avenue
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 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 | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
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
Fairmount Heights, MD
Evening in Fairmount Heights on Sunday
Local time
5:57 PM
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
47m 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 is largely a highway-focused drive, with 85% of the route utilizing faster roads. You'll experience a significant stretch of 23.2 miles on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, offering a consistent pace for a good portion of your journey. While the primary focus is on the parkway, you'll also navigate segments of MD 166 and South Rolling Road, which may offer a slight change in scenery and speed. Expect a drive that prioritizes efficiency and direct travel over winding backroads.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 23.2 mi on Baltimore-Washington Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and MD 166. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.2 miles in near MD 166.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 31.6 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 47m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 29.4 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.
On the drive from Catonsville, MD to Fairmount Heights, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Annapolis along the way.
Annapolis
29.4 mi in
|
~42m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 31.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 23.2 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 Fairmount Heights, 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 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; at 29.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal 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 Fairmount Heights, 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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