Origin
Fairmount Heights, MD
Evening in Fairmount Heights on Sunday
Local time
7:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairmount Heights, MD to City of Baltimore, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
34.3 mi
55 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 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 54m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairmount Heights, MD
Jonathan Borba
City of Baltimore, MD
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Trip Overview
This 34.3-mile drive from Fairmount Heights, MD to the City of Baltimore, MD is a quick trip, typically taking around 51 minutes. It's a straightforward, highway-focused route that’s perfect for a single day trip, so no overnight stay is necessary. You’ll be spending most of your time on major roadways, making for an efficient journey. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is about $6, which is quite budget-friendly. As you travel within Maryland, you'll remain in the Northeast region throughout your trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 30.2 mi | 41m |
| Russell Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Eastern Avenue Northeast | 1 mi | 1m |
| West Baltimore Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| J Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Kenilworth Avenue Freeway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South Paca Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Kenilworth Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
— 30.2 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairmount Heights, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on H Street
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
H Street
2
Turn right onto 59th Avenue
77 ft
·
9 sec
·
59th Avenue
3
Turn left onto J Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
J Street
4
Turn right onto Eastern Avenue Northeast
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Eastern Avenue Northeast
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
5
Turn right onto Kenilworth Avenue
355 ft
·
12 sec
·
Kenilworth Avenue
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
377 ft
·
9 sec
Toward MD 295 North, MD 201 North
7
Merge onto MD 201
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
24 sec
Toward Baltimore
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
30 mi
·
41 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
13
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
14
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
15
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
17 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.2 miles from Fairmount Heights, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 34.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
J Street
Turn left onto J Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Kenilworth Avenue
Turn right onto Kenilworth Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
MD 201 / Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
Merge onto MD 201 / Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward Baltimore
6
34.3 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
East Fayette Street
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.69 one way
$11.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.23 | $12.46 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.65 | $13.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.57 | $15.15 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.3 | 0 | $3.60 | $1.65 |
| Efficient EV | 8.6 | 0 | $3.00 | $1.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13.7 | 0 | $4.80 | $2.20 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (67% 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
City of Baltimore, MD
Evening in City of Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
7:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
51m 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 highway-focused experience on this route, with 89% of the drive utilizing major roads. The Baltimore-Washington Parkway will be your primary artery for a significant, uninterrupted stretch of 30.2 miles, offering a consistent pace. As you approach Baltimore, the route transitions to Russell Street and then Eastern Avenue Northeast, introducing you to more urban road conditions. This blend means you'll experience the efficiency of highway travel for the bulk of the journey, with a shift to city navigation as you near your destination.
89% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 30.2 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 Russell Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near J Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 11 decision points packed into just 34.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 51m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (J Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Kenilworth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (MD 201 / Kenilworth Avenue Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Fairmount Heights, MD to City of Baltimore, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
1.7 mi in
|
~3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 34.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (89%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 30.2 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 City of Baltimore, 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: near the start (J Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (Kenilworth Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.4 miles (MD 201 / Kenilworth Avenue Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 City of Baltimore, 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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