Origin
Highfield-Cascade, MD
Afternoon in Highfield-Cascade on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Highfield-Cascade, MD to City of Baltimore, 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 42m
Distance
71.5 mi
115 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 35m
★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 58m
10 AM
1h 48m
12 PM
1h 46m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 57m
8 PM
1h 38m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Highfield-Cascade, MD
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City of Baltimore, MD
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Trip Overview
This 71.5-mile drive from Highfield-Cascade, MD, to the City of Baltimore, MD, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 42 minutes. Given its manageable length and duration, it's an ideal candidate for a single-day excursion. The route primarily utilizes I-70, making it an efficient journey through Maryland's Northeast region. With an estimated fuel cost of $12, this drive is budget-friendly. You'll find this trip offers a practical way to travel between these two points without extensive planning, perfect for a quick visit or transit.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.8 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 28.4 mi | 30m |
| Sabillasville Road | 7.6 mi | 13m |
| Green Valley Road | 7.4 mi | 11m |
| Woodsboro Road | 5 mi | 7m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Creagerstown Road | 3.4 mi | 5m |
| Woodsboro Creagerstown Road | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| I 95 | 2.5 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 28.4 mi, about 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Highfield-Cascade, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.
1
Start on Cascade Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Cascade Road
2
Turn right onto Highfield Road
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Highfield Road
3
Turn left onto MD 550
0.6 mi
·
58 sec
·
Military Road
4
Continue on MD 550
7.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Sabillasville Road
5
Continue on MD 550
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Church Street
6
Turn left onto MD 77; MD 550
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
7
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 550
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Jimtown Road
8
Turn left onto MD 550
3.4 mi
·
5 min
·
Creagerstown Road
9
Continue on MD 550
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Woodsboro Creagerstown Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto MD 550
44 ft
·
0 sec
·
Woodsboro Pike
11
Continue on MD 194; MD 550
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodsboro Pike
12
Turn left onto MD 550
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Woodsboro Road
13
Turn left onto MD 26
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
Main Street
14
Turn right onto MD 75
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
Walnut Street
15
Continue on MD 75
7.4 mi
·
11 min
·
Green Valley Road
16
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 70 East
17
Merge onto I 70; US 40
13 mi
·
13 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Continue on I 70; US 40
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
9.1 mi
·
9 min
·
I 70
Toward Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Use the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 695
4.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Merge onto I 95
2.5 mi
·
3 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 52
Toward Russell Street North
Use the slight right lane.
27
Continue on MD 295
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Russell Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
28
Continue on MD 295
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
·
South Paca Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
29
Turn right onto West Baltimore Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Turn left
281 ft
·
25 sec
31
At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street
212 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Fayette Street
32
Arrive at destination
East Fayette Street
Trip Plan
For this 1 hour and 42-minute journey of 71.5 miles, starting your drive earlier in the day can help you avoid potential traffic, especially as you get closer to Baltimore. With no designated stops in the data, you have the flexibility to pull over when needed, but keep in mind the longest stretch without a break is 28.4 miles on I-70. The estimated fuel cost is $12, so plan accordingly. A key piece of advice for this route is to be aware of the transition from rural Maryland to the more urbanized areas around Baltimore, as road conditions and traffic patterns will change significantly.
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 35.8 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.4 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 16 miles or 27m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.8 miles or 56m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Highfield-Cascade, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Highfield-Cascade, MD
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 42m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Highfield-Cascade, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 28.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.8 miles from Highfield-Cascade, 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 225 decision points cluster between mile 50.7 and 65.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
50.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward Baltimore
8
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 21m in
Take the exit toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
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 91B-A
Toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Tows...
9
60.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 91A
Toward I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
8
65.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 29m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
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 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...
8
65.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 30m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.85 one way
$23.71 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.98 | $25.97 |
| premium | $4.93 | $13.87 | $27.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.79 | $31.57 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.51 | $3.43 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.01 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
City of Baltimore, MD
Afternoon in City of Baltimore on Sunday
Local time
1:52 PM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
NE 2 mph
0% chance
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
36 mi in
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
8 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 42m 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.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 29.6
View on nps.gov
Antietam National Battlefield
National Battlefield
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...
21 mi from route
~51 min detour
$20
near mile 4.9
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
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!
22 mi from route
~54 min detour
Free
near mile 32.1
View on nps.gov
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$20
near mile 39.4
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
$20
near mile 29.6
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The character of this 71.5-mile drive is predominantly highway, with 43% of the route on interstates like I-70. You'll experience a mix of driving styles, transitioning from local roads like Sabillasville Road and Green Valley Road to the faster pace of I-70. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.4 miles on I-70, providing a significant period of consistent speed. This blend means you'll get periods of steady cruising alongside more varied road conditions as you approach your destination.
43% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.4 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 50.7 miles in near I 70.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.5 miles you will encounter 22 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 50.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.1 miles: 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Highfield-Cascade, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore, Towson, Glen Burnie and Washington.
Baltimore
50.7 mi in
|
~1h 12m
|
via I 70
Towson
59.9 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Glen Burnie
59.9 mi in
|
~1h 21m
Washington
65.3 mi in
|
~1h 29m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 42m. Total distance: 71.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (43%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 28.4 miles on I 70. 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 City of Baltimore, 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 50.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 60.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (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 City of Baltimore, 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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