Origin
Federalsburg, MD
Late night in Federalsburg on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Federalsburg, MD to 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
1h 59m
Distance
81.9 mi
132 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 51m
★
6 AM
2h 0m
8 AM
2h 17m
10 AM
2h 6m
12 PM
2h 4m
3 PM
2h 7m
5 PM
2h 16m
8 PM
1h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Federalsburg, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This 81.9-mile journey from Federalsburg, MD, to Baltimore, MD, is a manageable 1-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 59 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $14, this drive is quite economical. You'll primarily navigate local roads, with only 11% of the route on highways, suggesting a more direct, turn-heavy local experience. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you won't be crossing any major regional boundaries. This route offers a straightforward way to get between these two Maryland points without a significant time commitment.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.9 miles from Federalsburg, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 58m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ocean Gateway | 26.1 mi | 36m |
| Shore Highway | 13.4 mi | 18m |
| Federalsburg Highway | 9.9 mi | 14m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 8 mi | 12m |
| Queen Anne Highway | 6.2 mi | 8m |
| Baltimore-Washington Parkway | 4 mi | 5m |
| I 97 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 26.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Federalsburg, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on East Central Avenue
421 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Central Avenue
2
Turn right onto North Main Street
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
North Main Street
3
Continue on MD 315
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Bloomingdale Avenue
4
Turn right onto MD 313
3.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Federalsburg Highway
5
Continue on MD 313
6.4 mi
·
9 min
·
Federalsburg Highway
6
Turn left onto MD 16; MD 313; MD 404
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Shore Highway
7
Continue on MD 404
6.2 mi
·
8 min
·
Queen Anne Highway
8
Take the exit
527 ft
·
14 sec
9
Merge onto US 50
26 mi
·
36 min
·
Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
12
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
13
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 West
Use the slight left lane.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Merge onto I 97
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97
Exit 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 695
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto MD 295
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
22
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
24
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
25
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
26
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day. There's no need to break it up, and the 11% highway share means you'll likely be making several turns, so stay alert. While no specific stops are listed, consider leaving early to avoid potential local traffic, especially as you approach Baltimore. The estimated fuel cost of $14 is minimal, so you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Your longest uninterrupted drive time on a single road is 26.1 miles on Ocean Gateway, so plan your needs accordingly.
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 40.9 miles from Federalsburg, MD, or about 58m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 18 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.9 miles or 58m 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 40m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Federalsburg, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Federalsburg, MD
This is one driving day of about 81.9 miles and 1h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Federalsburg, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Ocean Gateway for about 26.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
41 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 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 40.9 miles from Federalsburg, 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 56.7 and 75.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
56.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
66.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 36m in
|
MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway toward MD 100 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MD 100 West
7
70.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
8
73.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 45m in
|
I 97
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
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 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
7
75.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
Take the exit toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 7B
Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.58 one way
$27.16 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
29 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $14.87 | $29.74 |
| premium | $4.93 | $15.88 | $31.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $18.08 | $36.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 24.6 | 0 | $8.60 | $3.93 |
| Efficient EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.17 | $3.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 32.8 | 0 | $11.47 | $5.24 |
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Baltimore, MD
Late night in Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
26 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 59m 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.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was a deeply spiritual woman who lived her ideals and dedicated her life to freedom. She is the Underground Railroad’s best known conductor and before the Civil War repeatedly risked he...
26 mi from route
~64 min detour
Free
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" for most of this 81.9-mile stretch. Only 11% of your journey will involve highway driving, meaning you'll be engaging with local roads for the majority of the trip. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 26.1 miles on Ocean Gateway. This profile suggests a drive with frequent turns and changes in scenery as you move through various local communities. It's less about high-speed cruising and more about navigating a connected series of local routes.
Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.1 mi on Ocean Gateway.
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 56.7 miles in.
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 81.9 miles you will encounter 18 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 56.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.4 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.2 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.
Between Federalsburg, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Towson.
Severna Park
56.7 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Towson
73.4 mi in
|
~1h 45m
|
via I 97
About the Cities
Arriving in Baltimore, MD
Full guide →“Bodymore, Murderland” · Founded 1729
Slices of American history are around every corner in Baltimore. Maryland's largest city is a gritty old seaport town that's perhaps most famous as the site of Fort McHenry, where, at the height of the War of 1812, the sight of a tattered but defiant American flag flying over the harbor, despite a furious British bombardment, inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem that was later adapted into the U.S. national anthem "Star-Spangled Banner". Nowadays, Baltimore's nonstop nightlife, temperate climate, tradition of hospitality (they don't call this place "Charm City" for nothing), and cultural attractions — not to mention its prime location on the juncture of Chesapeake Bay — made it one of the major tourist destinations of the Mid-Atlantic region.
Top landmarks
- • Johns Hopkins Hospital — hospital in Baltimore, Maryland, United States
- • Walters Art Museum — art museum in Baltimore, Maryland, US
- • Baltimore Museum of Art — art museum in Baltimore, Maryland, USA
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 59m. Total distance: 81.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 59m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.1 miles on Ocean Gateway. 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 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: at 56.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 66.4 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 70.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad 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 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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