Trip from Elkton, MD to Montgomery Village, MD

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

Drive Time

2h 9m

Distance

98 mi

158 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 28 min

4 AM

2h 0m ★

6 AM

2h 9m

8 AM

2h 28m

10 AM

2h 16m

12 PM

2h 14m

3 PM

2h 17m

5 PM

2h 27m

8 PM

2h 4m

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

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Elkton, MD

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unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States

Montgomery Village, MD

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Trip Overview

Spanning 98 miles, this trek from Elkton to Montgomery Village typically takes about 2 hours and 9 minutes to complete. Because the duration is relatively short, it functions perfectly as a straightforward day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $16 for fuel to cover the distance across Maryland. Navigating from the Northeast region, you will utilize a mix of major arteries, including the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, I-95, and the Intercounty Connector. It is a practical, efficient route for those moving between these two specific Maryland locations, offering a reliable path without the need for complex multi-day planning.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

49 miles from Elkton, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 3m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway	31.2 mi	36m
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
West Pulaski Highway	5.1 mi	8m
Goshen Road	1.9 mi	4m
North East Road	1.7 mi	2m

Longest stretch: John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway — 31.2 mi, about 36m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Elkton, MD and Montgomery Village, MD.

Start on MD 213

102 ft · 7 sec · North Bridge Street

Turn right onto West Main Street

0.3 mi · 1 min · West Main Street

Turn left onto Landing Lane

0.1 mi · 27 sec · Landing Lane

Turn right onto US 40

5.1 mi · 8 min · West Pulaski Highway

Continue on US 40

0.8 mi · 55 sec · Pulaski Highway

Turn right onto MD 272

1.7 mi · 2 min · North East Road

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 21 sec

Toward I 95 South: Baltimore Use the slight right lane.

Continue on this road

0.4 mi · 51 sec · this road

Toward I 95 South: Baltimore

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Merge onto I 95

31 mi · 36 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

6.5 mi · 7 min · Express Toll Lanes

Use the slight left lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes

1.2 mi · 1 min · Express Toll Lanes

Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 895

3.8 mi · 5 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway

Continue on I 895

1.4 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Harbor Tunnel

Continue on I 895

2.2 mi · 3 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 895

0.5 mi · 39 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 895

0.5 mi · 41 sec · Harbor Tunnel Throughway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 895

6.0 mi · 7 min · Harbor Tunnel Thruway

Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto I 95

14 mi · 15 min · I 95

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto MD 200 Toll

9.5 mi · 11 min · Intercounty Connector

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MD 200 Toll

6.2 mi · 7 min · Intercounty Connector

Exit 8A

Continue on I 370

0.5 mi · 41 sec · I 370

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 46 sec

Exit 2 Toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg Use the slight right lane.

Turn right onto MD 355

0.2 mi · 27 sec · Frederick Road

Continue on MD 355

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Frederick Avenue

Turn right onto South Summit Avenue

0.9 mi · 2 min · South Summit Avenue

Continue on Goshen Road

1.9 mi · 4 min · Goshen Road

Turn left onto Stewartown Road

0.3 mi · 48 sec · Stewartown Road

Arrive at destination

Stewartown Road

Trip Plan

Since this is a manageable 2-hour-and-9-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. However, given the turn-heavy nature of the local roads, it is wise to plan your departure to avoid peak local traffic, which could increase your travel time beyond the standard estimate. There are no mandatory stops scheduled, allowing you to drive straight through if you prefer, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is recommended even with the modest $16 cost. Take advantage of the Intercounty Connector to help streamline your navigation through the final stages of the trip. Staying alert during the transition from the 31.2-mile highway stretch onto local roads will ensure a smoother arrival in Montgomery Village.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 49 miles from Elkton, MD, or about 1h 3m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.2 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 22 miles or 31m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 49 miles or 1h 3m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 42m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Montgomery Village, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Elkton, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Elkton, MD

This is one driving day of about 98 miles and 2h 9m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 22 miles from Elkton, MD.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway for about 31.2 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Baltimore, MD

49 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

Aberdeen, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 22 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Baltimore, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 49 miles from Elkton, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

J&J Pho Vietnamese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elkton, Maryland

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+14106201888

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Taco Master Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Elkton, Maryland

0.3 mi

North East Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

North East, Maryland

0.6 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Gardenia’s Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 98

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13013557144

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J&J Pho Vietnamese Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Elkton, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+14106201888

Visit website

Taco Master Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Elkton, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14432075619

Visit website

North East Family Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 7

North East, Maryland

Hours: 5 am–9 pm

+14106567749

Visit website

Elkridge Deli Cafe

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 63

Elkridge, Maryland

Hours: 6 am–2:30 pm

+14107961095

Visit website

Pier 1 Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 7

North East, Maryland

Hours: 12–8 pm

+14102876599

Visit website

Farmacy Cafe and Catering

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 42

Rosedale, Maryland

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+14106366663

Visit website

Edwards Cafe

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 56

Brooklyn Park, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13018607422

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 56

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+14105895166

Visit website

Gardenia’s Cafe

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 98

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–7 pm

+13013557144

Visit website

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 77

Laurel, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 49

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+14102763676

Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 56

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14102460669

Visit website

We Rock the Spectrum - Gaithersburg

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 98

Gaithersburg, Maryland

Hours: 9:30 am–6 pm

+13013558486

Visit website

Riverside Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 56

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+14103967931

Baltimore Museum of Industry

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 56

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14107274808

Visit website

Legends of the Fog

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 21

Aberdeen, Maryland

Hours: Closed

Visit website

The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 49

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14105633404

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 40.5 and 93.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

40.5 mi into trip | ~52m 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.

47 mi into trip | ~1h 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.

56 mi into trip | ~1h 13m 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.

76.1 mi into trip | ~1h 37m 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

93.3 mi into trip | ~1h 58m 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

$16.25 one way

$32.49 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 34 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$17.79	$35.59
premium	$4.93	$19.01	$38.01
diesel	$5.61	$21.64	$43.27

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.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Tolls

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$42–$67

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 34.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	29.4	$10.29	$4.70
Efficient EV	24.5	$8.58	$3.92
EV Truck/SUV	39.2	$13.72	$6.27

Gas CO2

34 kg

EV CO2

11 kg (68% 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

Elkton, MD

Late night in Elkton on Sunday

Local time

3:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

73°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Montgomery Village, MD

Late night in Montgomery Village on Sunday

Local time

3:52 AM

EDT

Current temp

76°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

3 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

2h 9m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...

10 mi from route ~24 min detour $20 near mile 94.6

Caution: DC Water Sewer Overflow

Caution: Hiking in Gold Mine Tract

View on nps.gov

Monocacy National Battlefield

National Battlefield

During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...

17 mi from route ~42 min detour Free near mile 98

View on nps.gov

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

18 mi from route ~44 min detour Free near mile 98

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While about 14% of the route consists of highway travel, the rest of the journey shifts into more technical, local road segments. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, which lasts for 31.2 miles. The experience is less of a monotonous interstate cruise and more of an active, engaging navigation through various local corridors. Be prepared for the transition from high-speed highway sections to the more winding, localized parts of the drive as you move toward your destination.

Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 31.2 mi on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway.

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 40.5 miles in near Express Toll Lanes.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 98 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 40.5 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 47 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 56 miles (I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Elevation Profile

Mostly flat terrain

434 ft 25 ft

Total Climb

771 ft

Total Descent

410 ft

Highest Point

434 ft

~91 mi in

Elevation Range

409 ft

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 9m. Total distance: 98 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 9m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 31.2 miles on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. 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 Montgomery Village, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield 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 Montgomery Village, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Elkton, MD to Montgomery Village, MD

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

J&J Pho Vietnamese Restaurant

Gardenia’s Cafe

J&J Pho Vietnamese Restaurant

Taco Master Restaurant & Bar

North East Family Restaurant

Elkridge Deli Cafe

Pier 1 Restaurant

Farmacy Cafe and Catering

Edwards Cafe

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

Gardenia’s Cafe

ChargePoint Charging Station

Blink Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

Electric Vehicle Institute Charging Station

EVgo Charging Station

Creative Alliance

Patterson Park

Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center

We Rock the Spectrum - Gaithersburg

Riverside Park

Baltimore Museum of Industry

Legends of the Fog

The National Great Blacks In Wax Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Elkton, MD

Montgomery Village, MD

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 9m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Monocacy National Battlefield

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Elevation Profile

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

How do I pay the tolls on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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