Origin
Laurel, MD
Late night in Laurel on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Laurel, MD to Silver Spring, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
14.3 mi
23 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Laurel, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick commute or connection between Laurel and Silver Spring, Maryland, this 14.3-mile trip is a straightforward journey that easily fits into a single day. You can expect to spend about 23 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a short, one-day excursion. With a fuel budget of just $2, it is an incredibly economical route that stays entirely within the Northeast region. Because this is a local drive, you do not need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated travel logistics. It serves as a practical link between these two Maryland communities, providing a efficient way to navigate the local landscape.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Avenue | 6.5 mi | 10m |
| Capital Beltway | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| Colesville Road | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Washington Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Avenue
— 6.5 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel, MD and Silver Spring, MD.
1
Start on this road
123 ft
·
3 sec
·
this road
2
Turn slight left onto US 1
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Washington Boulevard
3
Continue on US 1
6.5 mi
·
10 min
·
Baltimore Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 95 North, I 495 West: Silver Spring, Baltimore
5
Merge onto I 95; I 495
0.6 mi
·
41 sec
·
Capital Beltway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
4.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Exit 30
Toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
Use the right lane.
8
Merge onto US 29
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Colesville Road
9
Turn left onto US 29
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
10
Continue on US 29
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
11
Turn right
158 ft
·
13 sec
12
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 75 decision points cluster between mile 7 and 14.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the ramp toward I 95 North, I 495 West: Silver Spring, Baltimore
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95 North, I 495 West: Silver Spring, B...
3
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining
8
7.9 mi into trip
|
~13m in
|
I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 495 West: Beltway, Silver Spring
7
12.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 30
Toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
5
14.3 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.37 one way
$4.74 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.60 | $5.19 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.77 | $5.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.16 | $6.31 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 5 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 | 4.3 | 0 | $1.50 | $0.69 |
| Efficient EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.7 | 0 | $2.00 | $0.92 |
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
Silver Spring, MD
Late night in Silver Spring on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
2 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
23m 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 that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. You will navigate via Baltimore Avenue, the Capital Beltway, and Colesville Road, with a highway share of 0%, meaning you will be navigating surface streets for the duration of the trip. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 6.5-mile segment on Baltimore Avenue. Because there are no highway miles, the road's personality is defined by frequent intersections and local traffic patterns. You will find that the route shifts steadily as you transition between these main thoroughfares, requiring you to remain alert to the changing local environment.
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: 6.5 mi on Baltimore Avenue.
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 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 7 miles in.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 14.3 miles you will encounter 7 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 7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.9 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): 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.
On the drive from Laurel, MD to Silver Spring, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
7 mi in
|
~11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 14.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.5 miles on Baltimore Avenue. 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 7 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining; at 7.9 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Silver Spring, 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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