Origin
Funkstown, MD
Late night in Funkstown on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Funkstown, MD to Fairplay, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
12m
Distance
6.9 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
★
6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Funkstown, MD
Jonathan Borba
Fairplay, MD
Iqbal farooz
Trip Overview
Funkstown, MD to Fairplay, MD is 6.9 miles and takes about 12m via Sharpsburg Pike, with a fuel budget near $1 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a very local trip, perfect for a quick errand or a brief scenic detour if you're already in the area. Given its minimal length, you won't need much planning, and it's easily accomplished within a single day.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sharpsburg Pike | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Wagaman Road | 1.2 mi | 3m |
| Garis Shop Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Old National Pike | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Spielman Road | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Frederick Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Baltimore Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Fairplay Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sharpsburg Pike
— 3.4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Funkstown, MD and Fairplay, MD.
1
Start on East Baltimore Street
167 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Baltimore Street
2
Turn left onto US 40 ALT
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Frederick Road
3
Continue on US 40 ALT
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Old National Pike
4
Turn right
242 ft
·
7 sec
5
Continue on Garis Shop Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Garis Shop Road
6
Keep slight right at fork onto Wagaman Road
1.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Wagaman Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto MD 65
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Sharpsburg Pike
8
Turn right onto MD 63
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Spielman Road
9
Turn slight left onto Fairplay Road
86 ft
·
3 sec
·
Fairplay Road
10
Arrive at destination
Fairplay Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 6.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 40 ALT / Frederick Road
Turn left onto US 40 ALT / Frederick Road
Navigation decision point
5
1.1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Garis Shop Road
Enter roundabout onto Garis Shop Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
1.8 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Wagaman Road
Keep slight right at fork onto Wagaman Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
MD 65 / Sharpsburg Pike
At end of road, turn left onto MD 65 / Sharpsburg Pike
Navigation decision point
4
6.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
MD 63 / Spielman Road
Turn right onto MD 63 / Spielman Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.14 one way
$2.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.25 | $2.51 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.34 | $2.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.52 | $3.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.72 | $0.33 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.60 | $0.28 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.97 | $0.44 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% 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
Fairplay, MD
Late night in Fairplay on Sunday
Local time
1:58 AM
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
27 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
12m 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 route is characterized by its frequent turns, making it a 'turn-heavy local drive.' With 0% highway share, you'll be navigating local roads the entire way. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 3.4 miles on Sharpsburg Pike. Expect a dynamic driving experience as you transition between Sharpsburg Pike, Wagaman Road, and Garis Shop Road, requiring your attention to navigate the various intersections and road changes.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 3.4 mi on Sharpsburg Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near US 40 ALT / Frederick Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 12m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (US 40 ALT / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Garis Shop Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.8 miles (Wagaman Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 12m. Total distance: 6.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 3.4 miles on Sharpsburg Pike. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (US 40 ALT / Frederick Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Garis Shop Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.8 miles (Wagaman Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Antietam National Battlefield, Harpers Ferry National Historical Park and Monocacy National Battlefield (4 total within detour distance). 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 Fairplay, 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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