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Trip from Edgewood, MD to Gaithersburg, 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 26m

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

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m

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

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Downtown Edgewood, MD, MD

Edgewood, MD

Jonathan Borba

Downtown Gaithersburg, MD, MD

Gaithersburg, MD

Kristopher Hines

Trip Overview

Spanning 67.1 miles, the trip from Edgewood to Gaithersburg is a straightforward journey across Maryland that takes approximately 1 hour and 12 minutes. Because this is a relatively short distance, you can easily complete it as a day trip without needing an overnight stay. You should budget about $11 for fuel to cover the distance, making this an affordable transit between the two locations. Navigating through the Northeast region of the state, you will rely on local routes rather than major interstates. It is a practical drive for those looking to reach Gaithersburg efficiently without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Intercounty Connector 15.7 mi 19m
I 95 13.6 mi 15m
Harbor Tunnel Thruway 12 mi 15m
Express Toll Lanes 7.7 mi 9m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway 5.8 mi 6m
Pulaski Highway 1.7 mi 3m
South Frederick Avenue 1.6 mi 3m
Edgewood Road 1.4 mi 3m
Longest stretch: Intercounty Connector — 15.7 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood, MD and Gaithersburg, MD.

1

Start on this road

50 ft · 6 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto Trimble Road

74 ft · 9 sec · Trimble Road
3

Turn left onto MD 755

1.4 mi · 3 min · Edgewood Road
4

Turn left onto US 40

1.7 mi · 3 min · Pulaski Highway
5

Turn right onto MD 152

1.0 mi · 1 min · Mountain Road
6

Turn left

0.5 mi · 1 min
7

Merge onto I 95

5.8 mi · 6 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
8

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

6.5 mi · 7 min · Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
9

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

1.2 mi · 1 min · Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10

Merge onto I 895

3.8 mi · 5 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
11

Continue on I 895

1.4 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
12

Continue on I 895

2.2 mi · 3 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Continue on I 895

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway
14

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895

0.5 mi · 41 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Continue on I 895

6.0 mi · 7 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / right lanes.
16

Merge onto I 95

14 mi · 15 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Merge onto MD 200 Toll

9.5 mi · 11 min · Intercounty Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Continue on MD 200 Toll

6.2 mi · 7 min · Intercounty Connector
Exit 8A
20

Continue on I 370

0.5 mi · 41 sec · I 370
21

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec
Exit 2 Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg Use the slight right lane.
22

Turn right onto MD 355

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Frederick Road
23

Continue on MD 355

1.6 mi · 3 min · South Frederick Avenue
24

Turn left

85 ft · 6 sec
25

Arrive at destination

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baltimore, MD

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

Essex, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Catonsville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 32.7 miles from Edgewood, 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 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 10.4 and 63.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
10.4 mi into trip | ~15m in | Express Toll Lanes

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
6
16.8 mi into trip | ~23m in | Express Toll Lanes

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane.
6
25.9 mi into trip | ~36m in | I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
46 mi into trip | ~1h in

Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West
8
63.2 mi into trip | ~1h 21m in

Take the exit toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg

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 2 Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg

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

Estimated Tolls: $0.84

Harbor Tunnel Thruway (12 mi) $0.84

Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

Tolls

$1

Total

$12

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.

Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026

Origin

Edgewood, MD

Late night in Edgewood on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Gaithersburg, MD

Late night in Gaithersburg on Sunday

Local time

1:59 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°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

1 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

1h 26m 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 that keeps you engaged throughout the entire 67.1-mile trek. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route relies on Trimble Road, Edgewood Road, and Pulaski Highway, meaning you will experience zero highway miles. You will be navigating local paths the whole way, which requires your full attention at the wheel. The journey maintains a consistent pace, allowing you to focus on the road transitions as you maneuver through various local intersections. It is the ideal choice if you prefer steering through local environments rather than cruising along high-speed corridors.

Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.7 mi on Intercounty Connector.

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 10.4 miles in near Express Toll Lanes.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.3 miles you will encounter 14 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 10.4 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.9 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 65.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 26m 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 15.7 miles on Intercounty Connector. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Expect about $0.84 in tolls one way, starting with Harbor Tunnel Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.

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 Gaithersburg, 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 10.4 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.8 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 25.9 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield. 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 Gaithersburg, 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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