Origin
Myersville, MD
Late night in Myersville on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Myersville, MD to Columbia, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
55m
Distance
49.8 mi
80 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 51m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 5m
10 AM
0h 59m
12 PM
0h 58m
3 PM
0h 59m
5 PM
1h 4m
8 PM
0h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Myersville, MD
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Columbia, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are looking for a straightforward commute across Maryland, the 49.8-mile journey from Myersville to Columbia is a highly manageable day trip. Expect to spend roughly 55 minutes on the road, depending on traffic conditions. Your route primarily utilizes the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, I-70, and Columbia Pike to navigate the region. With a fuel budget of approximately $8, this drive is an economical option for travelers. Since the entire trip is less than an hour, there is no need to worry about overnight accommodations or complicated logistics. It is a practical, efficient path that keeps you well within the Northeast region for the duration of your travel.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 33.2 mi | 36m |
| I 70 | 11.1 mi | 11m |
| Columbia Pike | 3.5 mi | 3m |
| Main Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Myersville Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 33.2 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Myersville, MD and Columbia, MD.
1
Start on MD 17
0.4 mi
·
37 sec
·
Main Street
2
Continue on MD 17
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Myersville Road
3
Turn left
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
4
Merge onto I 70
33 mi
·
36 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on I 70; US 40
6.5 mi
·
6 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70
4.6 mi
·
4 min
·
I 70
Toward Baltimore
7
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 87A
Toward US 29 South: Columbia, Washington
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto US 29
3.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Columbia Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 21B
Toward MD 108 West: Clarksville, Dorsey's Search, Harper's Choice
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
Exit 21B
Toward MD 108 West: Clarksville, Dorsey's Search, Harper's Choice
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.9 miles from Myersville, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 49.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
40.7 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
I 70
Keep slight left at fork onto I 70 toward Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Baltimore
8
45.3 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward US 29 South: Columbia, 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 87A
Toward US 29 South: Columbia, Washington
5
46 mi into trip
|
~51m in
|
US 29 / Columbia Pike
Merge onto US 29 / Columbia Pike
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
49.4 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Take the exit toward MD 108 West: Clarksville, Dorsey's Search, Harper's Choice
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 21B
Toward MD 108 West: Clarksville, Dorsey's Searc...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.26 one way
$16.51 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.04 | $18.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.66 | $19.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.00 | $21.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.9 | 0 | $5.23 | $2.39 |
| Efficient EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.36 | $1.99 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.97 | $3.19 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Columbia, MD
Late night in Columbia on Sunday
Local time
12:43 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
25 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
55m 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 shifts in intensity as you transition from highway cruising to local navigation. You will spend about 22% of your time on highways, with the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway providing your longest uninterrupted stretch at 33.2 miles. Once you move off the main interstates, the route takes on a turn-heavy local feel, requiring more focus than a standard interstate grind. The personality of this drive is functional rather than leisurely, balancing fast-paced highway segments with the tighter, more technical maneuvering required on local roads. Keep this mix in mind as you transition from the open road into the more developed areas near Columbia.
Only 22% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.2 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
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 1 miles in near I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
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 49.8 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 1 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
763 ft
326 ft
Total Climb
556 ft
Total Descent
823 ft
Highest Point
763 ft
~28.5 mi in
Elevation Range
436 ft
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 Myersville, MD and Columbia, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore and Washington.
Baltimore
40.7 mi in
|
~44m
|
via I 70
Washington
45.3 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 55m. Total distance: 49.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
55m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (22%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 33.2 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. 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 1 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 40.7 miles (I 70): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 45.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (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 Columbia, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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