Origin
Hampstead, MD
Late night in Hampstead on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hampstead, MD to Redland, 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 15m
Distance
44.4 mi
71 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hampstead, MD
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Redland, MD
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Trip Overview
This 43-mile drive from Hampstead, MD to Redland, MD takes approximately 1 hour and 7 minutes and is perfect for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region of Maryland. The route primarily uses local roads like Main Street, Hampstead Mexico Road, and Manchester Road, offering a connected, turn-heavy experience rather than highway cruising. You won't find yourself on any major highways, as the highway share is 0%, making it a more intimate journey through the local landscape. This drive is best suited for those who enjoy navigating smaller roads and don't require extensive rest stops, as no specific stops are recommended.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Ridge Road | 22.2 mi | 35m |
| Woodfield Road | 10.9 mi | 19m |
| Hampstead Mexico Road | 5.4 mi | 8m |
| Manchester Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Liberty Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Ridge Road
— 22.2 mi, about 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hampstead, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on Shiloh Avenue
33 ft
·
7 sec
·
Shiloh Avenue
2
Turn left onto MD 30 Business
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto MD 482
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Hampstead Mexico Road
Use the left lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto MD 482
166 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hampstead Mexico Road
5
Continue on MD 482
4.7 mi
·
7 min
·
Hampstead Mexico Road
6
Turn left onto MD 27
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Manchester Road
7
Continue on MD 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
8
Continue on MD 27
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Street
9
Continue on MD 27
22 mi
·
35 min
·
Ridge Road
10
Turn left onto Woodfield Road
11 mi
·
19 min
·
Woodfield Road
11
Turn left onto MD 115
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Muncaster Mill Road
12
Turn right onto Redland Road
96 ft
·
2 sec
·
Redland Road
13
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
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 22.2 miles from Hampstead, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.2 — 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 30 Business / Main Street
Turn left onto MD 30 Business / Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road
Turn left onto MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
1.3 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road
Enter roundabout onto MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
3
6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
MD 27 / Manchester Road
Turn left onto MD 27 / Manchester Road
Navigation decision point
3
32.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
Woodfield Road
Turn left onto Woodfield Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.36 one way
$14.72 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.06 | $16.12 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.61 | $17.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.80 | $19.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.66 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.89 | $1.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.22 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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
Redland, MD
Late night in Redland on Sunday
Local time
3:55 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, 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
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 15m 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 decidedly local drive on this route, characterized by frequent turns and a lack of highway speeds, with a 0% highway share. You'll be navigating through communities primarily via Main Street, Hampstead Mexico Road, and Manchester Road for the entire 43 miles. Since there's no significant highway component, the experience remains consistent throughout, without any long, uninterrupted stretches of fast driving. This 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be actively engaged with the road, making it a hands-on experience rather than a passive cruise.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on Ridge Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 30 Business / Main Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Hampstead, MD to Redland, MD is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (MD 30 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 44.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 miles on Ridge Road. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 30 Business / Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (MD 482 / Hampstead Mexico Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (4 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 Redland, 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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