If you are planning a trip from Greensboro to Baltimore, you can expect a straightforward 66.5-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes to complete. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning there is no need to worry about booking overnight accommodations. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $11, it is an affordable excursion for those traveling within the Northeast region of Maryland. You will spend most of your time navigating local roads rather than major interstates, providing a more grounded feel to the drive. Whether you are heading to the city for business or leisure, this path offers a direct link between the two areas without the complexity of a multi-day itinerary.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33.2 miles from Greensboro, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 49m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ocean Gateway
26.1 mi
36m
Governor Ritchie Highway
8 mi
12m
Ridgely Road
6.9 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
Arundel Expressway
1.1 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 26.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Greensboro, MD and Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on MD 314
137 ft·10 sec·East Sunset Avenue
2
Turn left onto MD 480
0.4 mi·38 sec·South Main Street
3
Continue on MD 480
4.1 mi·7 min·Ridgely Road
4
Continue on MD 480
0.9 mi·1 min·6th Street
5
Continue on MD 312; MD 480
2.8 mi·4 min·Ridgely Road
6
Take the ramp
348 ft·9 sec
7
Merge onto MD 404
0.7 mi·58 sec·Shore Highway
8
Continue on MD 404
6.2 mi·8 min·Queen Anne Highway
9
Take the exit
527 ft·14 sec
10
Merge onto US 50
26 mi·36 min·Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 27BToward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna ParkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi·12 min·Governor Ritchie Highway
13
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
14
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi·1 min·Arundel Expressway
15
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
3.8 mi·5 min·Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 WestUse the slight left lane.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 13BToward I 97 North: BaltimoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto I 97
2.7 mi·3 min·I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi·1 min·I 97
Exit 17AToward I 695 West: Baltimore, TowsonUse the slight right lane.
19
Merge onto I 695
1.1 mi·1 min·Baltimore Beltway
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi·43 sec
Exit 7BToward MD 295 North: North BaltimoreUse the slight right lane.
21
Merge onto MD 295
4.0 mi·5 min·Baltimore-Washington Parkway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi·2 min·Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
23
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi·38 sec·South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
24
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi·1 min·West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
25
Turn left
281 ft·25 sec
26
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft·6 sec·East Fayette Street
27
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart at a time that best suits your schedule without needing to plan for overnight stops. Given the turn-heavy nature of the route, try to avoid traveling during peak congestion hours to ensure a smoother experience behind the wheel. Keep in mind that because you are primarily on local roads, your pace may fluctuate more than it would on a major expressway. Make sure your vehicle is prepared for the $11 fuel investment before you head out, as services may be less frequent on the smaller segments of the drive. A helpful tip for this specific route is to stay alert when transitioning between Ocean Gateway and the local highways, as the change in road type can be sudden.
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 33.2 miles from Greensboro, MD, or about 49m 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 15 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 33.2 miles or 49m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Greensboro, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Greensboro, MD
This is one driving day of about 66.5 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Greensboro, 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.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 41.3 and 60.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
41.3 mi into trip|~1h 1m 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
51 mi into trip|~1h 16m 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
54.8 mi into trip|~1h 21m 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
58 mi into trip|~1h 25m 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
60.2 mi into trip|~1h 28m 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
$11.02 one way
$22.05 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.07
$24.15
premium
$4.93
$12.90
$25.79
diesel
$5.61
$14.68
$29.36
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20
0
$6.98
$3.19
Efficient EV
16.6
0
$5.82
$2.66
EV Truck/SUV
26.6
0
$9.31
$4.26
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Greensboro, MD
Morning
in Greensboro on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Baltimore, MD
Morning
in Baltimore on Tuesday
Local time
8:21 AM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Isolated Rain Showers
W 8 mph20% chanceLive 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
3 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 39m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention as you transition between various regional roads. While highway travel accounts for only 13% of the trip, you will encounter a mix of winding segments and manageable stretches. The longest uninterrupted portion of the journey occurs on Ocean Gateway, which spans 26.1 miles and offers the most consistent driving experience. Outside of that stretch, your route will rely heavily on Ridgely Road and Governor Ritchie Highway. Because the road character shifts frequently, you should be prepared for a drive that requires more active steering than a standard interstate commute.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
27 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 41.3 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.5 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 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.8 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.
Between Greensboro, MD and Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Towson.
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 66.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 41.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 51 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Baltimore, MD before heading back.
