If you are planning a trip from Hyattsville to Hagerstown, prepare for a 70.6-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 22 minutes. This drive is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight lodging. Budgeting roughly $12 for fuel should cover your travel costs between these two Maryland locations. Because the route stays entirely within the Northeast region, you will experience a consistent cultural and geographic feel from start to finish. It is a straightforward trip that avoids the complexities of multi-day travel planning, making it an ideal choice for a quick getaway.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.8 miles from Hyattsville, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 52m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 270
31.6 mi
40m
I 70
21 mi
22m
Capital Beltway
6 mi
7m
Dual Highway
3.1 mi
5m
University Boulevard East
2.7 mi
6m
Nicholson Street
1.3 mi
3m
Riggs Road
0.8 mi
1m
Ager Road
0.8 mi
1m
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 31.6 mi, about 40m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hyattsville, MD and Hagerstown, MD.
1
Start on Kennedy Street
119 ft·7 sec·Kennedy Street
2
Turn right onto 42nd Avenue
0.2 mi·41 sec·42nd Avenue
3
Turn left onto Nicholson Street
1.3 mi·3 min·Nicholson Street
4
Turn right onto Ager Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Ager Road
5
Turn straight onto MD 410
0.1 mi·15 sec·East-West Highway
6
Turn right onto MD 212
0.8 mi·1 min·Riggs Road
7
Turn left onto MD 193
2.7 mi·6 min·University Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 495 West: Northern VirginiaUse the straight / right lanes.
9
Merge onto I 495
6.0 mi·7 min·Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270
3.6 mi·4 min·I 270
Exit 35Toward I 270 North: FrederickUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
7.0 mi·9 min·I 270
Toward I 270 NorthUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi·16 sec
Exit 11; 12Toward MD 117, MD 124 North: Clopper Road, West Diamond Avenue, Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road, Watkins Mill RoadUse the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto I 270
21 mi·26 min·I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·30 sec
Exit 32Toward I 70: Hagerstown, BaltimoreUse the slight right lane.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·29 sec
Toward I 70 West: HagerstownUse the slight left lane.
16
Merge onto I 70
21 mi·22 min·I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.5 mi·1 min
Exit 32BToward US 40 West: HagerstownUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Turn straight onto US 40
3.1 mi·5 min·Dual Highway
19
Continue on US 40
0.3 mi·40 sec·East Franklin Street
20
Turn left onto North Potomac Street
0.1 mi·18 sec·North Potomac Street
21
Turn left onto US 40
118 ft·4 sec·East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
US 40
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on local roads is always a smart move. You will not need to plan for any formal stops along the way, as the 1-hour and 22-minute duration is easily manageable in one go. Keep your navigation system updated to help manage the frequent turns on Ager Road and Nicholson Street. Because the route relies entirely on local streets, stay alert for changing speed limits and intersections that require your full attention. Checking your fuel levels before you leave Hyattsville will ensure you stay within your $12 estimate for the 70.6-mile trek.
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 34.8 miles from Hyattsville, MD, or about 52m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 31.6 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 15 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.8 miles or 52m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hagerstown, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hyattsville, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Hyattsville, MD
This is one driving day of about 69.7 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from Hyattsville, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 270 for about 31.6 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 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 12.1 and 44.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
12.1 mi into trip|~22m in|I 270
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 North: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 35
Toward I 270 North: Frederick
7
15.7 mi into trip|~27m in|I 270
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 North
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 270 North
8
22.7 mi into trip|~37m in
Take the exit toward MD 117, MD 124 North: Clopper Road, West Diamond Avenue, Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road, Watkins Mill 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; 12
Toward MD 117, MD 124 North: Clopper Road, West...
8
43.9 mi into trip|~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
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 32
Toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
7
44.3 mi into trip|~1h 4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Hagerstown
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 70 West: Hagerstown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.56 one way
$23.11 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg24 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$12.66
$25.31
premium
$4.93
$13.52
$27.03
diesel
$5.61
$15.39
$30.78
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: 24.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
20.9
0
$7.32
$3.35
Efficient EV
17.4
0
$6.10
$2.79
EV Truck/SUV
27.9
0
$9.76
$4.46
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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 20, 2026
Origin
Hyattsville, MD
Late night
in Hyattsville on Tuesday
Local time
4:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Hagerstown, MD
Late night
in Hagerstown on Tuesday
Local time
4:58 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
71°F
Germantown, MD
35 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
13 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...
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...
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...
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
~35 min detour
Free
near mile 31.2
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...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$20
near mile 55.2
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 that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, focusing instead on local infrastructure like 42nd Avenue, Nicholson Street, and Ager Road. Because the highway share is 0%, you should anticipate a more deliberate pace as you navigate through various local turns. The road’s personality is defined by these technical, non-highway stretches rather than high-speed cruising. You will stay focused on the road as you transition away from the Hyattsville area toward your destination in Hagerstown.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 31.6 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 12.1 miles in near I 270.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.7 miles you will encounter 17 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 12.1 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
On the drive from Hyattsville, MD to Hagerstown, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Hagerstown, nicknamed The Hub City, is a charming city on the edge of the Appalachian Mountains and near the Potomac River in northwestern Maryland, United States.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 69.7 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 (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 31.6 miles on I 270. 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 Hagerstown, 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 12.1 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 22.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Antietam National Battlefield (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 Hagerstown, MD before heading back.
