This 77.4-mile drive from Hancock, MD, to Redland, MD, is a straightforward 1 hour and 34 minute journey, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway and related routes, with a 5% share of highway driving. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $13, which is quite budget-friendly. Given its short duration and lack of designated stops, this route offers flexibility for spontaneous detours or a relaxed pace. Both your origin and destination are within the Northeast region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory for this leg of your travels.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.7 miles from Hancock, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 44m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
45.8 mi
49m
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
19.9 mi
24m
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
3.3 mi
3m
Midcounty Highway
3.1 mi
4m
West Main Street
1.8 mi
4m
Montgomery Village Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
Shady Grove Road
0.6 mi
1m
Quince Orchard Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 45.8 mi, about 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hancock, MD and Redland, MD.
1
Start on Taney Alley
23 ft·3 sec·Taney Alley
2
Turn right onto MD 144
1.8 mi·4 min·West Main Street
3
Take the ramp
0.1 mi·13 sec
4
Merge onto I 70; US 40
2.3 mi·2 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
5
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi·3 min·I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
6
Continue on I 70
44 mi·46 min·Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
7
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.
8
Continue on I 270
20 mi·24 min·Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 11Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard RoadUse the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
127 ft·5 sec
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
11
Turn left onto MD 124
0.5 mi·50 sec·Quince Orchard Road
12
Continue on MD 124
0.8 mi·1 min·Montgomery Village Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Turn right onto Midcounty Highway
3.1 mi·4 min·Midcounty Highway
14
At end of road, turn left onto Shady Grove Road
0.6 mi·1 min·Shady Grove Road
15
Turn right onto MD 115
0.3 mi·35 sec·Muncaster Mill Road
16
Turn right onto Redland Road
96 ft·2 sec·Redland Road
17
Arrive at destination
Redland Road
Trip Plan
With a duration of under two hours, this drive from Hancock to Redland offers plenty of flexibility. You can easily depart at your leisure, perhaps after a leisurely breakfast. Since there are no recommended stops, consider packing snacks and drinks to minimize any need to pull over, though you'll likely want to take advantage of the 45.8-mile stretch on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for a more continuous drive. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is low at $13, it’s always wise to fill up in Hancock before you head out, especially if you plan any unplanned explorations off the main path.
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 38.7 miles from Hancock, MD, or about 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 45.8 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 17 miles or 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.7 miles or 44m 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 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redland, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hancock, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hancock, MD
This is one driving day of about 77.4 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Hancock, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway for about 45.8 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 51.1 and 77.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
51.1 mi into trip|~58m 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
71.4 mi into trip|~1h 23m in
Take the exit toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road
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 11
Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quinc...
5
72.2 mi into trip|~1h 25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
4
77.1 mi into trip|~1h 33m in|MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road
Turn right onto MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road
Navigation decision point
4
77.4 mi into trip|~1h 34m in|Redland Road
Turn right onto Redland Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.83 one way
$25.66 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$14.05
$28.11
premium
$4.93
$15.01
$30.02
diesel
$5.61
$17.09
$34.18
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: 27.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
23.2
0
$8.13
$3.72
Efficient EV
19.4
0
$6.77
$3.10
EV Truck/SUV
31
0
$10.84
$4.95
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Forecast as of Apr 18, 2026
Origin
Hancock, MD
Night
in Hancock on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Redland, MD
Night
in Redland on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live 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
21 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 34m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Monocacy National Battlefield
National Battlefield
During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...
23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into...
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
10 mi from route
~26 min detour
$20
near mile 72.1
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
14 mi from route
~34 min detour
Free
near mile 64.1
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" on this route, despite some time spent on the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. While it's not a constant interstate grind, you'll encounter a mix of road types as you navigate. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 45.8 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, offering a period of more consistent travel. The highway share is only 5%, indicating that a significant portion of this drive will involve local roads and potentially more frequent turns, requiring your attention throughout.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 45.8 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 51.1 miles in near I 70 Exit 53.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 77.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 51.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 77.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (5%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 45.8 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. 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: at 51.1 miles (I 70 Exit 53): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 71.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 72.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park (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 Redland, MD before heading back.
