Origin
Cavetown, MD
Late night in Cavetown on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Cavetown, MD to Catonsville, 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 16m
Distance
65.3 mi
105 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 28m
8 PM
1h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Cavetown, MD
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Catonsville, MD
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Trip Overview
Spanning 65.3 miles across Maryland, this trip from Cavetown to Catonsville is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 16 minutes. You can easily complete this drive in a single day, making it an ideal choice for those who prefer to keep their travel time manageable. With an estimated fuel cost of $11, it is a budget-friendly route that avoids the need for overnight stays. The path connects the two areas via Mapleville Road, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and Baltimore-area roads. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast, you will experience a consistent regional feel throughout your travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 41 mi | 44m |
| I 70 | 15.6 mi | 16m |
| Mapleville Road | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Frederick Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Cavetown Church Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 41 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cavetown, MD and Catonsville, MD.
1
Start on Cavetown Church Road
17 ft
·
4 sec
·
Cavetown Church Road
2
Turn left onto MD 66
3.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Mapleville Road
3
Enter roundabout onto MD 66
155 ft
·
2 sec
·
Mapleville Road
4
Continue on MD 66
1.5 mi
·
2 min
·
Mapleville Road
5
Turn left
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
6
Merge onto I 70
41 mi
·
44 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 70; US 40
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 70
Toward Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 695
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
12
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 13
Toward MD 144: Catonsville
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn right onto MD 144
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Frederick Road
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right
37 ft
·
2 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Cavetown, 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 5.4 and 64.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
52.8 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Baltimore
8
62 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Take the exit toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
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 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Tows...
9
62.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
7
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward MD 144: Catonsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 13
Toward MD 144: Catonsville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.83 one way
$21.65 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $11.86 | $23.71 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.66 | $25.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.42 | $28.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.86 | $3.13 |
| Efficient EV | 16.3 | 0 | $5.71 | $2.61 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.1 | 0 | $9.14 | $4.18 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Catonsville, MD
Late night in Catonsville on Sunday
Local time
12:37 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
33 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 16m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features no highway share. You will spend your time navigating through local transitions that require your full attention behind the wheel. The road personality shifts from the quieter stretches near Cavetown to the more complex, intersection-rich environment as you approach Catonsville. Because there are no designated stops on this 65.3-mile trek, you should prepare for a continuous drive without long, uninterrupted highway segments to break up the pace.
Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 41 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 5.4 miles in near I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.3 miles you will encounter 11 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: at 5.4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Cavetown, MD and Catonsville, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson and Glen Burnie.
Baltimore
52.8 mi in
|
~1h
|
via I 70
Towson
62 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Glen Burnie
62 mi in
|
~1h 10m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 16m. Total distance: 65.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 16m 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 41 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower 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 Catonsville, 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 5.4 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 52.8 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 62 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (5 total within detour distance). 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 Catonsville, 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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