Traveling from Hagerstown to Coral Hills covers 81.1 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 48 minutes. This route stays entirely within Maryland, making it a straightforward day trip that does not require an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $13 on fuel for the journey. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers a manageable transition between the regions. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a visit, the quick turnaround time allows for maximum flexibility in your schedule. It is a practical, no-nonsense trip that gets you to your destination efficiently without the need for extensive logistical planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.6 miles from Hagerstown, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
22.9 mi
29m
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21.1 mi
22m
Capital Beltway
13.1 mi
16m
I 270
9.4 mi
12m
Baltimore-Washington Parkway
5.1 mi
7m
Dual Highway
3.3 mi
6m
Eastern Avenue Northeast
1.8 mi
3m
Larchmont Avenue
1 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
— 22.9 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hagerstown, MD and Coral Hills, 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 53Toward I 270 South: WashingtonUse 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 ParkUse the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 495
13 mi·16 min·Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi·59 sec
Exit 22BToward South WashingtonUse the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
5.1 mi·7 min·Baltimore-Washington Parkway
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi·35 sec
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, AnnapolisUse the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on MD 201
0.2 mi·12 sec·Kenilworth Avenue Freeway
14
Take the exit
0.1 mi·14 sec
Toward Eastern Avenue, Aquatic GardensUse the slight right lane.
15
Continue on Kenilworth Avenue
416 ft·17 sec·Kenilworth Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
16
Turn left onto Eastern Avenue Northeast
1.8 mi·3 min·Eastern Avenue Northeast
17
Turn right onto 63rd Street Northeast
0.2 mi·17 sec·63rd Street Northeast
18
Continue on Southern Avenue Northeast
0.2 mi·15 sec·Southern Avenue Northeast
19
Continue on Southern Avenue Southeast
427 ft·15 sec·Southern Avenue Southeast
20
Turn left onto Davey Street
285 ft·8 sec·Davey Street
21
Turn right onto Chamber Avenue
0.3 mi·42 sec·Chamber Avenue
22
Continue on Larchmont Avenue
1.0 mi·3 min·Larchmont Avenue
23
At end of road, turn left onto Marlboro Pike
0.1 mi·19 sec·Marlboro Pike
24
Turn left onto Opus Avenue
63 ft·2 sec·Opus Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
Opus Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a 1-day trip with no mandatory stops, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it best suits your personal timeline. However, given the local nature of the roads, checking traffic conditions before you leave is a smart move to avoid congestion on the Capital Beltway. You won't need to plan for major breaks, but keeping your fuel levels topped off before you hit the road will ensure you stay within your $13 budget. Because the route is turn-heavy, pay close attention to your navigation system, especially when transitioning between the Eisenhower Memorial Highway and the local turn-offs. Use the lack of scheduled stops to your benefit by keeping a flexible pace that adapts to the flow of Maryland traffic.
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 40.6 miles from Hagerstown, MD, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22.9 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.6 miles or 50m 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 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Coral Hills, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hagerstown, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hagerstown, MD
This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 1h 48m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Hagerstown, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Eisenhower Memorial Highway for about 22.9 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 25.1 and 77.2 — 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
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
7
70.9 mi into trip|~1h 30m in
Take the exit toward South Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 22B
Toward South Washington
8
76.5 mi into trip|~1h 38m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward US 50 East: Richmond, Annapolis
8
77.2 mi into trip|~1h 39m in
Take the exit toward Eastern Avenue, Aquatic Gardens
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Eastern Avenue, Aquatic Gardens
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.45 one way
$26.89 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.73
$29.45
premium
$4.93
$15.73
$31.46
diesel
$5.61
$17.91
$35.81
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.3
0
$8.52
$3.89
Efficient EV
20.3
0
$7.10
$3.24
EV Truck/SUV
32.4
0
$11.35
$5.19
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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 12, 2026
Origin
Hagerstown, MD
Night
in Hagerstown on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
58°F
Mostly Cloudy
S 8 to 13 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Coral Hills, MD
Night
in Coral Hills on Saturday
Local time
10:51 PM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Partly Cloudy
S 13 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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
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 48m 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 as you navigate toward your destination. You will spend roughly 19% of your time on highways, utilizing stretches of the Eisenhower Memorial Highway, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, and the Capital Beltway. The longest uninterrupted portion of the trip is a 22.9-mile stretch on the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. Because the route relies on local roads rather than long-haul interstate cruising, you should stay alert for frequent turns and shifting traffic patterns. The character of the road changes as you move away from the starting point, transitioning from highway speeds to more localized traffic environments.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 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?
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 25.1 miles in near I 70 Exit 53.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 81.1 miles you will encounter 16 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 55 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
996 ft79 ft
Total Climb
847 ft
Total Descent
1,093 ft
Highest Point
996 ft
~11.6 mi in
Elevation Range
917 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Hagerstown, MD and Coral Hills, MD, road signs point toward College Park, Washington and Annapolis.
College Park
55 mi in|~1h 9m|via I 270
Washington
70.9 mi in|~1h 30m
Annapolis
76.5 mi in|~1h 38m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 48m. Total distance: 81.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 Coral Hills, 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 55 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 70.9 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 Coral Hills, MD before heading back.
