If you are planning to travel from Montgomery Village to Aberdeen, expect a 76.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via the Intercounty Connector and I-95, eventually transitioning onto the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. Budgeting approximately $13 for fuel should cover your travel costs for the drive. Since both cities are located within the Northeast region of Maryland, the transition between them is relatively seamless, making this a straightforward regional connection for commuters or visitors alike.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Montgomery Village, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 50m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Intercounty Connector
15.9 mi
20m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
15.3 mi
17m
I 95
11.7 mi
13m
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
11.6 mi
15m
Express Toll Lanes
8.5 mi
9m
Midcounty Highway
2.5 mi
3m
West Bel Air Avenue
1.7 mi
3m
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
1.4 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Intercounty Connector
— 15.9 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Aberdeen, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.3 mi·50 sec·Stewartown Road
2
Turn right onto Goshen Road
1.4 mi·2 min·Goshen Road
3
Turn left onto MD 124
2.5 mi·3 min·Midcounty Highway
Use the left lane.
4
Turn right onto Shady Grove Road
0.8 mi·1 min·Shady Grove Road
5
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward MD 200 Toll East
6
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
16 mi·20 min·Intercounty Connector
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi·50 sec
Exit 19CToward I 95: Laurel, BurtonsvilleUse the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·39 sec
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi·1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·39 sec
Toward MD 198 West: BurtonsvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·50 sec
12
Merge onto I 95
12 mi·13 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 895
5.7 mi·6 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit 46Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel ThruwayUse the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 895
1.0 mi·1 min·Harbor Tunnel Throughway
15
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi·3 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi·2 min·Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
17
Continue on I 895
3.7 mi·5 min·Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
8.5 mi·9 min·Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
297 ft·3 sec
20
Merge onto I 95
15 mi·17 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Take the exit
0.3 mi·38 sec
Exit 85Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, ChurchvilleUse the slight right lane.
22
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·32 sec
Exit 85Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, ChurchvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·19 sec
Toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town CenterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Turn straight onto MD 132
1.7 mi·3 min·West Bel Air Avenue
25
Arrive at destination
MD 132
Trip Plan
Given the 1-hour and 39-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on these turn-heavy roads is always a smart move. Because the entire 76.7-mile trip is short enough to complete in one go, you likely will not need to plan for scheduled rest stops, but keeping your fuel tank in mind is wise given the $13 estimated cost. Since this route lacks long highway stretches, stay alert for changing speed limits and turning requirements as you move between the Intercounty Connector and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by planning your arrival in Aberdeen to align perfectly with your daily schedule, as you won't be slowed down by long-distance fatigue.
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 38.3 miles from Montgomery Village, MD, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.9 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 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 50m 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 Aberdeen, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Montgomery Village, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Montgomery Village, MD
This is one driving day of about 76.7 miles and 1h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Montgomery Village, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Intercounty Connector for about 15.9 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 21.5 and 74.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
21.5 mi into trip|~30m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
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 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
7
23.4 mi into trip|~32m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
8
74.3 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
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 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
10
74.6 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 85
Toward MD 22: Aberdeen, Churchville
8
74.8 mi into trip|~1h 35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 132: Aberdeen Town Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.72 one way
$25.43 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg27 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$13.93
$27.85
premium
$4.93
$14.87
$29.75
diesel
$5.61
$16.93
$33.87
Estimated Tolls: $0.81
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(11.6 mi)$0.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Tolls
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 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
0
$8.05
$3.68
Efficient EV
19.2
0
$6.71
$3.07
EV Truck/SUV
30.7
0
$10.74
$4.91
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 20, 2026
Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Late night
in Montgomery Village on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Aberdeen, MD
Late night
in Aberdeen on Tuesday
Local time
4:12 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°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
2 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 39m 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.
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...
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...
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!
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 requires your full attention as you navigate through the region. With only 15% of the trip consisting of highway travel, the route feels more localized than a standard interstate cruise. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 15.9 miles spent on the Intercounty Connector, which offers a brief respite before the road becomes more technical. Because the majority of the 76.7-mile distance involves navigating local roads rather than long, monotonous highway corridors, you should prepare for a drive that demands consistent engagement behind the wheel. The personality of this route is defined by these transitions, shifting from structured expressway segments to more frequent turning maneuvers.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.9 mi on Intercounty Connector.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.5 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.7 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.3 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 Montgomery Village, MD to Aberdeen, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 76.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.9 miles on Intercounty Connector. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.81 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.
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 Aberdeen, 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 21.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 23.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 74.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 Aberdeen, MD before heading back.
