Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
46m
Distance
31.8 mi
51 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Elkridge, MD
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Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
This 31.8-mile drive from Elkridge, MD, to Rockville, MD, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 46 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $5, it's an economical journey. The route primarily utilizes I-95, the Intercounty Connector, and Norbeck Road, making it a mixed drive suitable for a single-day trip. Since both the origin and destination are in the Northeast region, you won't experience a shift in regional character. This drive is ideal for a quick commute or a short excursion without needing an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 10.6 mi | 12m |
| Intercounty Connector | 9.5 mi | 11m |
| Norbeck Road | 3.6 mi | 6m |
| Washington Boulevard | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| Old Washington Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Veirs Mill Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| First Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Elkridge, MD and Rockville, MD.
Start on Old Washington Road
At end of road, turn left onto US 1
Take the ramp
Merge onto MD 100
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 95
Take the exit
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn right onto MD 97
Turn right onto MD 28
Continue on MD 28
Turn right onto MD 28
Continue on MD 28
Turn right onto South Washington Street
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 31.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 15.9 miles from Elkridge, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.2 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Take the exit toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Regular Gas
$5.27 one way
$10.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.77 | $11.55 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.17 | $12.33 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.02 | $14.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.34 | $1.53 |
| Efficient EV | 8 | 0 | $2.78 | $1.27 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.7 | 0 | $4.45 | $2.04 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Morning in Elkridge on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Isolated Rain Showers
Destination
Morning in Rockville on Tuesday
Local time
11:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
67°F
Isolated Rain Showers
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 34% of it being highway driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 10.6 miles on I-95, offering a period of consistent speed. As you transition from the interstate to the Intercounty Connector and then Norbeck Road, the driving experience will change, likely involving more varied speed limits and potentially more local traffic. This blend means you'll experience both open highway cruising and more typical suburban road conditions.
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 around 3.2 miles in.
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 13 decision points packed into just 31.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 46m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Elkridge, MD and Rockville, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Olney and Wheaton.
Washington
Olney
Wheaton
Rockville is a city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is characterized by rolling hills, historic towns, and high tech industries
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 46m. Total distance: 31.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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