Origin
Montgomery Village, MD
Late night in Montgomery Village on Sunday
Local time
12:16 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Montgomery Village, 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
32m
Distance
20.5 mi
33 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 30m
★
6 AM
0h 32m
8 AM
0h 38m
10 AM
0h 34m
12 PM
0h 34m
3 PM
0h 35m
5 PM
0h 38m
8 PM
0h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Montgomery Village, MD
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Trip Overview
This 20.5-mile drive from Montgomery Village to Silver Spring, Maryland, is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 32 minutes. You'll primarily be on major highways, including I-270 and the Capital Beltway, making it a practical option for a single-day excursion. With an estimated fuel cost of just $3, it's an economical choice for getting between these two Northeast Maryland locations. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road transitions, but the short distance means you won't need an overnight stay. This route is ideal for a quick commute or a short hop between communities.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 9.4 mi | 12m |
| Capital Beltway | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Montgomery Village Avenue | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Georgia Avenue | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| Quince Orchard Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Stewartown Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 9.4 mi, about 12m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village, MD and Silver Spring, MD.
1
Start on Stewartown Road
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
·
Stewartown Road
2
Turn left onto Montgomery Village Avenue
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Montgomery Village Avenue
3
Continue on MD 124
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
·
Quince Orchard Road
4
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Toward I 270 South: Washington
5
Merge onto I 270
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
6.6 mi
·
9 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
8
Merge onto I 495
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Capital Beltway
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 31B
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Silver Spring
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn right onto MD 97
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Georgia Avenue
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on US 29
93 ft
·
9 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
12
Turn right
158 ft
·
13 sec
13
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 5.4 and 20.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.4 mi into trip
|
~9m in
|
I 270
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
12 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
I 270
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
8
18.4 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Silver Spring
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 31B
Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Silve...
5
18.7 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Turn right onto MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
20.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.40 one way
$6.80 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.72 | $7.44 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.98 | $7.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.53 | $9.05 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.15 | $0.98 |
| Efficient EV | 5.1 | 0 | $1.79 | $0.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.87 | $1.31 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
12:16 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
32m 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 drive that is predominantly highway-based, with 46% of the journey on major interstates like I-270 and the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.4 miles on I-270, offering a period of consistent speed. The 'mixed drive' profile indicates that while you'll spend a significant portion on fast-moving roads, there might be transitions to more local traffic patterns as you approach your destination. This route doesn't offer extensive scenic detours but prioritizes efficient travel between Montgomery Village and Silver Spring.
46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.4 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 5.4 miles in near I 270.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 20.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 32m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 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.
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 Silver Spring, MD, road signs begin pointing toward College Park along the way.
College Park
12 mi in
|
~18m
|
via I 270
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 32m. Total distance: 20.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (46%). 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 9.4 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 Silver Spring, 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 5.4 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 12 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 18.4 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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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