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Trip from Hagerstown, MD to Adelphi, 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 26m

Distance

66.6 mi

107 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$11

one way

EV Charging

Good

7 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 20 min
4 AM
1h 20m ★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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city in Maryland, United States

Hagerstown, MD

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Downtown Adelphi, MD, MD

Adelphi, MD

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Trip Overview

Spanning 66.6 miles, this trip from Hagerstown to Adelphi is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes. You will primarily navigate via the Eisenhower Memorial Highway, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and I-270. Because the entire route is located within Maryland, you can comfortably complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. With fuel costs estimated at $11, it is a budget-friendly transit across the region. Whether you are heading into the outskirts of the D.C. metro area or returning home, this drive functions best as a direct, no-fuss connection.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Eisenhower Memorial Highway 22.9 mi 29m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway 21.1 mi 22m
I 270 9.4 mi 12m
Capital Beltway 7.3 mi 9m
Dual Highway 3.3 mi 6m
Adelphi Road 0.6 mi 1m
New Hampshire Avenue 0.4 mi <1m
East Washington Street 0.4 mi 1m
Longest stretch: Eisenhower Memorial Highway — 22.9 mi, about 29m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Hagerstown, MD and Adelphi, MD.

1

Start on US 40

0.4 mi · 1 min · East Washington Street
2

Continue on US 40

3.3 mi · 6 min · Dual Highway
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward I 70 East: Frederick
4

Merge onto I 70

21 mi · 22 min · Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
5

Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53

0.4 mi · 51 sec · I 70 Exit 53
Exit 53 Toward I 270 South: Washington Use the slight right lane.
6

Continue on I 270

23 mi · 29 min · Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 270

6.6 mi · 9 min · I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork onto I 270

2.8 mi · 3 min · I 270
Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9

Merge onto I 495

7.3 mi · 9 min · Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 28B Toward MD 650 South: New Hampshire Avenue South, Takoma Park Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn straight onto MD 650

0.4 mi · 55 sec · New Hampshire Avenue
12

Turn left onto Adelphi Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · Adelphi Road
13

Turn right onto Edwards Way

0.1 mi · 20 sec · Edwards Way
14

Turn right onto MD 212

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Riggs Road
15

Arrive at destination

MD 212

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

city in Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Frederick, MD

33 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

Myersville, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Frederick, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 33.3 miles from Hagerstown, 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 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 25.1 and 65.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
25.1 mi into trip | ~30m in | I 70 Exit 53

Take the exit onto I 70 Exit 53 toward I 270 South: Washington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 53 Toward I 270 South: Washington
6
48.4 mi into trip | ~1h in | I 270

Keep slight left at fork onto I 270

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
55 mi into trip | ~1h 9m in | I 270

Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight left / straight lanes. Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
5
57.8 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in | I 495 / Capital Beltway

Merge onto I 495 / Capital Beltway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
65.1 mi into trip | ~1h 23m in

Take the exit toward MD 650 South: New Hampshire Avenue South, Takoma 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 28B Toward MD 650 South: New Hampshire Avenue South...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.04 one way

$22.08 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 23 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.09 $24.19
premium $4.93 $12.92 $25.83
diesel $5.61 $14.70 $29.41

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$11

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 $6.99 $3.20
Efficient EV 16.7 0 $5.83 $2.66
EV Truck/SUV 26.6 0 $9.32 $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

Hagerstown, MD

Late night in Hagerstown on Sunday

Local time

1:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Adelphi, MD

Late night in Adelphi on Sunday

Local time

1:57 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°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

1 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 26m 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?

Expect a turn-heavy local driving experience as you transition away from the highway segments. While the route utilizes major thoroughfares, the highway share is relatively low at only 15%, meaning you will spend the majority of your time navigating local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is 22.9 miles on the Eisenhower Memorial Highway, which provides a brief reprieve before the drive becomes more technical. Be prepared for a shift in pace once you exit the primary highway sections, as the road personality changes from a fast-moving transit route to a more localized driving environment.

Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.9 mi on Eisenhower Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

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 25.1 miles in near I 70 Exit 53.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.6 miles you will encounter 10 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 25.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Hagerstown, MD to Adelphi, MD, road signs begin pointing toward College Park along the way.

College Park

55 mi in | ~1h 9m | via I 270

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 66.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 22.9 miles on Eisenhower Memorial Highway. 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 Adelphi, 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 25.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 48.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 55 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Antietam National Battlefield (5 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 Adelphi, 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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