Origin
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Catonsville, MD to Stevensville, 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
53m
Distance
36 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 49m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 2m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 57m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
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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Stevensville, MD
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Trip Overview
Catonsville, MD to Stevensville, MD is 36 miles and takes about 53 minutes via Blue Star Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short trip stays within Maryland and the Northeast region, making it a convenient option for a quick getaway. Most of the drive involves surface roads, so expect typical suburban and local traffic patterns. With no planned stops, this route is ideal for a spontaneous drive or an add-on to another trip, offering a straightforward path to your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 10 mi | 14m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 8.4 mi | 11m |
| Arundel Expressway | 6.6 mi | 9m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Ritchie Highway | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Frederick Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Business Parkway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 10 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville, MD and Stevensville, MD.
1
Start on this road
37 ft
·
8 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MD 144
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Road
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
4
Merge onto I 695
8.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on MD 10
5.9 mi
·
8 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Use the slight right lane.
8
Turn left onto MD 2
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ritchie Highway
9
Continue on MD 2
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the straight lane.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
11
Merge onto US 50; US 301
10 mi
·
14 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
13
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft
·
12 sec
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
14
Turn left onto MD 8
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
Business Parkway
15
Turn right onto MD 18
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on East Main Street
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
East Main Street
17
Turn right onto Ford Court
108 ft
·
4 sec
·
Ford Court
18
Arrive at destination
Ford Court
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 35.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
Take the exit toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
7
15.5 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
5
24.6 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Take the exit toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
7
35.1 mi into trip
|
~51m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.97 one way
$11.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.54 | $13.07 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.98 | $13.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.78 | $1.73 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.4 | 0 | $5.04 | $2.30 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 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.
Destination
Stevensville, MD
Late night in Stevensville on Tuesday
Local time
5:24 AM
EDT
Current temp
62°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
2 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
53m 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 trip is mostly surface roads, with only 19% of the 36 miles on highways like the Baltimore Beltway. You'll experience the longest stretch on a highway for about 10 miles on the Blue Star Memorial Highway. Expect frequent intersections and traffic lights as you transition from highway to local streets. The profile suggests a driving experience that is not primarily highway cruising.
Only 19% 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: 10 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 around 0.7 miles in near I 695 / Baltimore Beltway.
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 11 decision points packed into just 36 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 53m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles (MD 10 / Arundel Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 53m. Total distance: 36 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 10 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. 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 Stevensville, 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 0.7 miles (I 695 / Baltimore Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.5 miles (MD 10 / Arundel Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stevensville, 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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