Origin
Gaithersburg, MD
Late night in Gaithersburg on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gaithersburg, MD to Kingsley, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.8 mi
17 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gaithersburg, MD
Kristopher Hines
Kingsley, MD
Los Muertos Crew
Trip Overview
Gaithersburg, MD to Kingsley, MD is 10.8 miles and takes about 18 minutes via I 270 and Clarksburg Road, with a fuel budget near $2 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, short drive primarily within Maryland's Northeast region. Expect a mixed driving experience that's easy to manage, making it a convenient option for a quick transition between these two points. With only a 18-minute estimated travel time, this route is ideal for those looking to minimize travel time and maximize their time at their destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 6.5 mi | 8m |
| Clarksburg Road | 2.4 mi | 5m |
| North Frederick Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Quince Orchard Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Gateway Center Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hyattstown Mill Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 6.5 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaithersburg, MD and Kingsley, MD.
1
Start on this road
85 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto MD 355
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Frederick Avenue
3
Turn left onto MD 124
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
Quince Orchard Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward I 270 North
5
Merge onto I 270
6.5 mi
·
8 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 18
Toward MD 121: Boyds, Clarksburg
Use the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward MD 121 North: Clarksburg, Little Bennett Regional Park
Use the right lane.
8
Turn straight onto MD 121
489 ft
·
10 sec
·
Clarksburg Road
9
Turn left onto MD 121
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
Gateway Center Drive
10
At end of road, turn right onto MD 121
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Clarksburg Road
11
Turn right onto Hyattstown Mill Road
190 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hyattstown Mill Road
12
Arrive at destination
Hyattstown Mill Road
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.1 — 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
|
MD 355 / North Frederick Avenue
Turn left onto MD 355 / North Frederick Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MD 124 / Quince Orchard Road
Turn left onto MD 124 / Quince Orchard Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 270
Merge onto I 270
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
7.8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward MD 121: Boyds, Clarksburg
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 18
Toward MD 121: Boyds, Clarksburg
9
8.1 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 121 North: Clarksburg, Little Bennett Regional Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Toward MD 121 North: Clarksburg, Little Bennett...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.79 one way
$3.58 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.96 | $3.92 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.09 | $4.19 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.38 | $4.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.95 | $0.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Kingsley, MD
Late night in Kingsley on Sunday
Local time
12:16 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
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
18m 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-centric drive, with about 60% of the route utilizing I 270. You'll experience a mixed drive profile, beginning on I 270 for a significant stretch of 6.5 miles. After this, the route transitions to local roads like Clarksburg Road and North Frederick Avenue. The character of the drive shifts from faster highway speeds to a more suburban or local road feel as you approach Kingsley. It’s not an overly complex route, but be prepared for the change in pace.
60% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.5 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 355 / North Frederick Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 10.8 miles you will encounter 9 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: near the start (MD 355 / North Frederick Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (MD 124 / Quince Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 270): 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.
Between Gaithersburg, MD and Kingsley, MD, road signs point toward Clarksburg and Little Bennett Regional Park.
Clarksburg
7.8 mi in
|
~11m
Little Bennett Regional Park
8.1 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 18m. Total distance: 10.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
18m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (60%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 miles on I 270. 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 Kingsley, 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 (MD 355 / North Frederick Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.9 miles (MD 124 / Quince Orchard Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Kingsley, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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