Origin
Essex, MD
Morning in Essex on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Essex, MD to Edmonston, MD
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h
Distance
39.1 mi
63 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 55m
★
6 AM
1h 0m
8 AM
1h 10m
10 AM
1h 4m
12 PM
1h 3m
3 PM
1h 4m
5 PM
1h 9m
8 PM
0h 57m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmonston, MD
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Trip Overview
Essex, MD to Edmonston, MD is 39.1 miles and takes about 1 hour via Baltimore-Washington Parkway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive primarily stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It’s a short, highway-focused trip perfect for a quick commute or a brief inter-city journey. You’ll spend most of your time on major roadways, so expect a straightforward drive with minimal detours. Plan for a smooth and efficient transit between these two Maryland locations.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 26.4 mi | 35m |
| I 95 | 5.6 mi | 7m |
| Eastern Avenue | 2.5 mi | 5m |
| Kenilworth Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Eastern Boulevard | 1 mi | 2m |
| Riverdale Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| East-West Highway | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 52nd Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 26.4 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Essex, MD and Edmonston, MD.
1
Start on this road
359 ft
·
31 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left
184 ft
·
15 sec
3
At end of road, turn right onto MD 150
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Eastern Boulevard
4
Continue on MD 150
2.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Eastern Avenue
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the right lane.
6
Merge onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
3.5 mi
·
4 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Exit 52
Toward MD 295 South: Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto MD 295
26 mi
·
35 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
Toward MD 410: New Carrollton, Hyattsville
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn right onto MD 410
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Riverdale Road
Use the right lane.
12
Continue on MD 410
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
East-West Highway
13
Turn left onto MD 201
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Kenilworth Avenue
Use the left lane.
14
Turn right onto Decatur Street
424 ft
·
18 sec
·
Decatur Street
Use the right lane.
15
Turn left onto 52nd Avenue
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
52nd Avenue
16
Turn left onto Crittenden Street
94 ft
·
4 sec
·
Crittenden Street
17
Arrive at destination
Crittenden Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Essex, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 37.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
6
6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
9.5 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 South: Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 52
Toward MD 295 South: Baltimore-Washington Parkw...
7
36.9 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward MD 410: New Carrollton, Hyattsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 410: New Carrollton, Hyattsville
6
37.1 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
MD 410 / Riverdale Road
Turn right onto MD 410 / Riverdale Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.48 one way
$12.96 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.10 | $14.20 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.58 | $15.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.63 | $17.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.11 | $1.88 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.42 | $1.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Edmonston, MD
Morning in Edmonston on Tuesday
Local time
8:22 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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 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?
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 82% of the route utilizing major roadways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 26.4 miles on the Baltimore-Washington Parkway, offering a more continuous highway experience. The profile suggests a drive that prioritizes speed and directness, likely involving limited access roads. Expect a consistent pace for the majority of your journey, making it a predictable and efficient travel segment. The road character remains predominantly that of a major artery connecting different points within the state.
82% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.4 mi on Baltimore-Washington Parkway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Baltimore-Washington Parkway and I 95. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.1 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Essex, MD to Edmonston, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Hyattsville along the way.
Hyattsville
36.9 mi in
|
~54m
About the Cities
Starting in Essex, MD
Full guide →Southeast Baltimore, fittingly, covers the areas in the southeast of Baltimore, ranging from industrial wastelands to charming neighborhoods both quiet and hip.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h. Total distance: 39.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (82%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.4 miles on Baltimore-Washington Parkway. 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 Edmonston, 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 0.1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 6 miles (I 95): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 9.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 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 Edmonston, 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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