Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
30m
Distance
19.8 mi
32 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Columbia, MD
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Brooklyn, MD
Ramon Perucho
This quick 19.8-mile drive from Columbia, MD to Brooklyn, MD takes about 30 minutes, making it an easy day trip. You'll primarily use major roads like the Harbor Tunnel Thruway, MD 100, and I-95, with about a third of the journey on highways. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is a low $3, reflecting its short distance. Given its brevity and straightforward nature, you won't need an overnight stay. This route is a practical option for a quick transit within the Northeast region.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 7.1 mi | 9m |
| MD 100 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| I 95 | 2.9 mi | 3m |
| Old Annapolis Road | 2 mi | 3m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Patapsco Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Clarksville Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Shell Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Columbia, MD and Brooklyn, MD.
Start on this road
Turn straight onto MD 108
Continue on MD 108
Turn straight onto MD 108
Take the ramp
Merge onto MD 100
Take the exit
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit onto I 895
Continue on I 895
Continue on I 895
Take the exit
Turn right onto Childs Street
Turn right onto Frankfurst Avenue
Turn slight left
Turn straight onto Shell Road
Turn sharp right onto East Patapsco Avenue
Turn left onto Brooklyn Avenue
Continue on Brooklyn Avenue
Turn left onto Audrey Avenue
Turn right
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 17.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Depart toward MD 108 West: Clarksville, Dorsey's Search, Harper's Choice
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Childs Street, Frankfurst Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn right onto Childs Street
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$3.28 one way
$6.57 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.60 | $7.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.37 | $8.74 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.50
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.08 | $0.95 |
| Efficient EV | 5 | 0 | $1.73 | $0.79 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.27 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Columbia on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
81°F
Scattered Rain Showers
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:18AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Night in Brooklyn on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 13 at 4:18AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 31% of it being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 7.1 miles on the Harbor Tunnel Thruway. While much of the drive involves efficient travel on main arteries, there are segments that likely transition to more local road conditions as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience both the speed of highway driving and the more varied pace of non-interstate travel.
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
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 19.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 30m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.3 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
143 ft
Total Descent
487 ft
Highest Point
490 ft
~2.8 mi in
Elevation Range
480 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 30m. Total distance: 19.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
30m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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