Origin
Gwynn Oak, MD
Afternoon in Gwynn Oak on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Gwynn Oak, MD to Marlboro Village, 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 7m
Distance
44.1 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Gwynn Oak, MD
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Marlboro Village, MD
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Trip Overview
Gwynn Oak to Marlboro Village is 44.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 7 minutes via MD 3 and I-97, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a relatively short trip, perfect for a single day, and focuses primarily on highway travel. You'll be on the road for just over an hour, making it an easy transition between these two points without needing an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MD 3 | 18.2 mi | 26m |
| I 97 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| Ingleside Avenue | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| West Forest Park Avenue | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Hillsdale Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Crain Highway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Marlboro Pike | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
MD 3
— 18.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gwynn Oak, MD and Marlboro Village, MD.
1
Start on this road
60 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
178 ft
·
11 sec
·
Haddon Avenue
3
Turn left onto Hillsdale Road
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Hillsdale Road
4
Turn slight right onto West Forest Park Avenue
1.4 mi
·
3 min
·
West Forest Park Avenue
5
Continue on Ingleside Avenue
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Ingleside Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
6
Turn right onto US 40
0.5 mi
·
55 sec
·
Baltimore National Pike
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 695
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
Use the slight left lane.
10
Continue on I 97
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 97
Use the straight lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 3
18 mi
·
26 min
·
MD 3
Toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Use the left lane.
12
Continue on US 301
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Crain Highway
Use the straight lane.
13
Take the exit
340 ft
·
9 sec
Toward MD 725 West
14
Turn slight right onto MD 725
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Marlboro Pike
15
Continue on MD 725
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
16
Continue on MD 725
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Old Marlboro Pike
17
Turn right onto John Rogers Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
John Rogers Boulevard
18
Turn right onto Lords Landing Road
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Lords Landing Road
19
Turn right onto Lord Sterling Place
50 ft
·
2 sec
·
Lord Sterling Place
20
Continue on Lord Sterling Place
302 ft
·
13 sec
·
Lord Sterling Place
21
Turn right
203 ft
·
8 sec
22
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22 miles from Gwynn Oak, 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 22.1 — 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
|
Haddon Avenue
Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
US 40 / Baltimore National Pike
Turn right onto US 40 / Baltimore National Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
4.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
8
12.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Take the exit toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 4
Toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
8
22.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
MD 3
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 3 toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.31 one way
$14.62 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.01 | $16.01 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.55 | $17.11 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.74 | $19.47 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.2 | 0 | $4.63 | $2.12 |
| Efficient EV | 11 | 0 | $3.86 | $1.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.6 | 0 | $6.17 | $2.82 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Marlboro Village, MD
Afternoon in Marlboro Village on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Crofton, MD
22 mi in
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
6 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 7m 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 largely highway-focused, with 61% of the drive utilizing major roads like MD 3, I-97, and the Baltimore Beltway. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18.2 miles on MD 3, offering a consistent pace before merging onto faster interstates. The drive progresses from more local highway feel to quicker interstate travel as you make your way toward Marlboro Village. Expect a steady, efficient journey with minimal interruptions.
61% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on MD 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on MD 3 and I 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Haddon Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.1 miles you will encounter 11 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 (Haddon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 40 / Baltimore National Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: 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 Gwynn Oak, MD to Marlboro Village, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Crofton along the way.
Crofton
22.1 mi in
|
~33m
|
via MD 3
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 44.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (61%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on MD 3. 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 Marlboro Village, 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 (Haddon Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 4 miles (US 40 / Baltimore National Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.5 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Marlboro Village, 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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