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Trip from Chevy Chase, MD to City of Baltimore, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

50m

Distance

36.1 mi

58 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$6

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 12 min
4 AM
0h 46m ★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 48m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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group of communities in Montgomery County, Maryland that straddles the northwest border of Washington, D.C., United States

Chevy Chase, MD

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city in Maryland, United States

City of Baltimore, MD

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Trip Overview

This 36.1-mile drive from Chevy Chase, MD, to the City of Baltimore, MD, is a straightforward, highway-focused trip that can easily be completed in about 50 minutes. With a projected fuel cost of $6, it's an economical option for a day trip, requiring no overnight stops. The journey primarily utilizes I-95 and the Capital Beltway, offering a direct path between these two Northeast Maryland locations. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a practical choice for those prioritizing efficiency. This route is ideal for a quick transit between the two cities, whether for business or leisure, without requiring extensive planning.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 24.5 mi 28m
Capital Beltway 6.5 mi 8m
Russell Street 1 mi 2m
West Baltimore Street 0.6 mi 1m
South Paca Street 0.3 mi <1m
Montrose Driveway 0.2 mi <1m
Connecticut Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Stewart Driveway 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 24.5 mi, about 28m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Chevy Chase, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.

1

Start on Hutch Place

133 ft · 12 sec · Hutch Place
2

Turn left onto Clifford Avenue

450 ft · 22 sec · Clifford Avenue
3

Turn right onto Kenilworth Driveway

363 ft · 15 sec · Kenilworth Driveway
4

Continue on Montgomery Avenue

444 ft · 19 sec · Montgomery Avenue
5

Continue on Stewart Driveway

0.1 mi · 28 sec · Stewart Driveway
6

Turn right onto Montrose Driveway

0.2 mi · 44 sec · Montrose Driveway
7

Turn right onto MD 185

0.2 mi · 14 sec · Connecticut Avenue
8

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 495

6.5 mi · 8 min · Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Exit 27 Toward I 95 North: Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight left at fork

1.1 mi · 2 min
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
12

Merge onto I 95

25 mi · 28 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 52 Toward Russell Street North Use the slight right lane.
14

Continue on MD 295

1.0 mi · 2 min · Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
15

Continue on MD 295

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Turn right onto West Baltimore Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn left

281 ft · 25 sec
18

At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street

212 ft · 6 sec · East Fayette Street
19

Arrive at destination

East Fayette Street

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Laurel, MD

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

Baltimore, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Laurel, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 18 miles from Chevy Chase, 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 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 36 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.7 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the ramp toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring

Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
7
7.5 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward I 95 North: Baltimore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 27 Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
6
7.8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 95 North: Baltimore, New York
7
33.4 mi into trip | ~43m in

Take the exit toward Russell Street North

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 52 Toward Russell Street North
6
36 mi into trip | ~50m in | East Fayette Street

At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.98 one way

$11.97 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 13 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $6.55 $13.11
premium $4.93 $7.00 $14.00
diesel $5.61 $7.97 $15.94

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 $3.79 $1.73
Efficient EV 9 0 $3.16 $1.44
EV Truck/SUV 14.4 0 $5.05 $2.31

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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Chevy Chase, MD

Morning in Chevy Chase on Sunday

Local time

6:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

77°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Baltimore, MD

Morning in City of Baltimore on Sunday

Local time

6:28 AM

EDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Cloudy then Scattered Rain Showers

W 6 to 14 mph 34% chance 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

8 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

50m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 68% of the route being on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch will be 24.5 miles on I-95, so be prepared for sustained highway speeds. You'll navigate through sections of the Capital Beltway before merging onto I-95 towards Baltimore. The profile suggests a consistent driving experience, largely characterized by the fast pace and efficiency of interstate travel. While not offering extensive scenic detours, this route prioritizes getting you to your destination quickly and directly.

68% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.5 mi on I 95.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Capital Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 36.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 50m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Chevy Chase, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward New York and Russell Street North.

New York

7.8 mi in | ~12m

Russell Street North

33.4 mi in | ~43m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 50m. Total distance: 36.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

50m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (68%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 24.5 miles on I 95. 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 City of Baltimore, 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: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 7.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 City of Baltimore, 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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