Origin
Hanover, MD
Late night in Hanover on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Hanover, MD to Dundalk, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
27m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 25m
★
6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 32m
10 AM
0h 29m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 29m
5 PM
0h 32m
8 PM
0h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hanover, MD
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Dundalk, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a short jaunt from Hanover to Dundalk, Maryland, you can expect a quick 15.4-mile trip that typically takes about 27 minutes. Because the entire route is localized, there is no need to worry about overnight logistics; this is a straightforward day trip that is easily manageable in a single outing. You will navigate via Hanover Road, Old Washington Road, and Washington Boulevard rather than hopping on major interstates. With a fuel budget of just $3, this is an incredibly economical drive for a local commute or visit. Since both locations are within the Northeast region, the transition between them feels familiar and consistent. It is a practical, no-frills route that gets you from point A to point B without any required stops along the way.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 7.4 mi | 9m |
| Broening Highway | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Hanover Road | 1 mi | 3m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 1 mi | 1m |
| Old Washington Road | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Holabird Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Washington Boulevard | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
— 7.4 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hanover, MD and Dundalk, MD.
1
Start on this road
68 ft
·
5 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Hanover Road
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Hanover Road
3
At end of road, turn right onto Old Washington Road
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Old Washington Road
4
Turn right onto US 1
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
Washington Boulevard
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward I 895 Toll North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
6
Merge onto I 895
4.5 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
7
Continue on I 895
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
8
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
10
Continue on I 895
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 10
Toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Holabird Avenue
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
Holabird Avenue
13
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
14
Turn straight onto Broening Highway
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Broening Highway
15
Turn left onto Belclare Road
490 ft
·
20 sec
·
Belclare Road
16
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
17
Continue on Dundalk Avenue
285 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
1 ft
·
Dundalk Avenue
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
3
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Hanover Road
Turn right onto Hanover Road
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Old Washington Road
At end of road, turn right onto Old Washington Road
Navigation decision point
3
1.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
US 1 / Washington Boulevard
Turn right onto US 1 / Washington Boulevard
Navigation decision point
8
12.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
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 10
Toward Holabird Avenue, Dundalk Avenue
4
15.2 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
Dundalk Avenue
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.55 one way
$5.11 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.80 | $5.59 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.99 | $5.97 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.51
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(7.4 mi)
$0.51
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Tolls
$1
Total
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Dundalk, MD
Late night in Dundalk on Sunday
Local time
3:33 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°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
27m 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 drive rather than a high-speed interstate haul, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will be navigating surface streets for the entire 15.4-mile duration, requiring your full attention as you transition between Hanover Road, Old Washington Road, and Washington Boulevard. Because there are no long, uninterrupted stretches of road, the driving experience remains consistent and requires active maneuvering through local traffic patterns. This path avoids the monotony of highway driving, favoring a more technical, street-level approach to getting across the area. Be prepared for a steady pace that reflects the urban and suburban character of the surrounding Maryland landscape.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 7.4 mi on Harbor Tunnel Thruway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Hanover Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 27m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Hanover Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Old Washington Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 1 / Washington Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 27m. Total distance: 15.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
27m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 7.4 miles on Harbor Tunnel Thruway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.51 in tolls one way, starting with Harbor Tunnel Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 (Hanover Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles (Old Washington Road): Navigation decision point; at 1.9 miles (US 1 / Washington Boulevard): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Dundalk, 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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