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Trip from North Bel Air, MD to Rosaryville, MD
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Jun 3, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 34m
Distance
68.2 mi
110 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 27m
★
6 AM
1h 34m
8 AM
1h 48m
10 AM
1h 39m
12 PM
1h 38m
3 PM
1h 40m
5 PM
1h 48m
8 PM
1h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bel Air, MD
William Finn
Rosaryville, MD
Wikimedia Commons
Trip Overview
North Bel Air, MD to Rosaryville, MD is 68.2 miles and takes about 1h 34m via MD 3 and I 97, with a fuel budget near $12 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. It's a manageable drive that mixes highway cruising with surface roads, making it a good option for a single-day excursion. You'll likely spend a good portion of the time on main thoroughfares, but be prepared for a change in scenery and speed as you transition. Consider this a straightforward drive for getting from point A to point B without much fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
34.1 miles from North Bel Air, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 46m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| MD 3 | 18.2 mi | 26m |
| I 97 | 8.9 mi | 10m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Crain Highway | 7.6 mi | 10m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 6 mi | 8m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 2.2 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
MD 3
— 18.2 mi, about 26m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bel Air, MD and Rosaryville, MD.
1
Start on MD 924
501 ft
·
16 sec
·
North Main Street
2
Continue on US 1 Business; MD 924
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
·
North Bond Street
3
Turn right onto US 1 Business
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Churchville Road
Use the right lane.
4
At end of road, turn right onto US 1 Business
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Pike
5
Turn left onto MD 24
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 895
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
11
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
12
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 895
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Exit 6
Toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork
1.1 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 97 South: Annapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 97
8.9 mi
·
10 min
·
I 97
Use the straight lane.
17
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 3
18 mi
·
26 min
·
MD 3
Toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on US 301
7.6 mi
·
10 min
·
Crain Highway
Use the straight lane.
19
Continue on US 301
205 ft
·
10 sec
·
Crain Highway
20
Arrive at destination
US 301
Trip Plan
With a drive time of just under 1.5 hours, this route offers plenty of flexibility for when you depart. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should give you ample time to reach your destination without feeling rushed, especially since it's a same-day trip. The fuel cost is estimated at $12, so ensure your tank is sufficiently full before setting out, though you won't likely need to stop for gas unless you have a very small tank. Pay attention as you shift from highway sections like I 97 to surface roads like MD 3, as the speed limits and traffic patterns will change.
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 34.1 miles from North Bel Air, MD, or about 46m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 18.2 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 21m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 34.1 miles or 46m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Rosaryville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving North Bel Air, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Bel Air, MD
This is one driving day of about 68.2 miles and 1h 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 miles from North Bel Air, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on MD 3 for about 18.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.1 miles from North Bel Air, 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.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Service Plaza
0.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 6.4 and 42.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
6
15.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
9
30.7 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Keep slight right at fork onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
7
32.4 mi into trip
|
~44m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 97 South: Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 97 South: Annapolis
8
42.3 mi into trip
|
~56m in
|
MD 3
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 3 toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the left lane.
Toward MD 32 West, MD 3 South: Bowie, Crofton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.06 one way
$24.12 round trip
$4.49/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.92 | $13.21 | $26.42 |
| premium | $5.24 | $14.08 | $28.16 |
| diesel | $5.35 | $14.36 | $28.73 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.42
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(6 mi)
$0.42
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
$12
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.5 | 0 | $7.16 | $3.27 |
| Efficient EV | 17.1 | 0 | $5.97 | $2.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.3 | 0 | $9.55 | $4.36 |
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.
Origin
North Bel Air, MD
Afternoon in North Bel Air on Wednesday
Local time
4:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 6 mph
10% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 2 at 1:20PM EDT until June 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
Destination
Rosaryville, MD
Afternoon in Rosaryville on Wednesday
Local time
4:39 PM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Clear
NW 1 to 5 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Beach Hazards Statement
Beach Hazards Statement issued June 2 at 1:20PM EDT until June 2 at 8:00PM EDT by NWS Wakefield VA
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 34m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
29 mi from route
~72 min detour
$20
near mile 51.7
Caution: DC Water Sewer Overflow
Caution: Hiking in Gold Mine Tract
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
About 40% of this 68.2-mile drive is on highways, with the longest continuous stretch on surface roads being 18.2 miles along MD 3. You'll experience a mixed profile, meaning you'll transition between faster-paced highway travel and slower, more local roads. Expect to encounter more frequent exits and potential slowdowns as you move between the interstate sections and MD 3.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on MD 3.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 6.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 68.2 miles you will encounter 11 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 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.7 miles (Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
379 ft
28 ft
Total Climb
321 ft
Total Descent
466 ft
Highest Point
379 ft
Elevation Range
351 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 North Bel Air, MD and Rosaryville, MD, road signs point toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie and Crofton.
Annapolis
30.7 mi in
|
~42m
|
via Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Glen Burnie
30.7 mi in
|
~42m
|
via Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Crofton
42.3 mi in
|
~56m
|
via MD 3
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Subway
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.8 mi from route
~2 min detour
Glen Burnie, MD
Cuisine: sandwich
Hours: Mo-Fr 09:00-21:00; Sa-Su 09:00-20:00
Visit websiteQuiznos
Fast_food
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.5 mi from route
~1 min detour
Cuisine: sandwich
Casa Mia's
Restaurant
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.2 mi from route
~3 min detour
Visit website
Chopstix
Restaurant
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
1.1 mi from route
~3 min detour
Perry Hall, MD
Cuisine: japanese
Crazy Crab
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Glen Burnie, MD
Cuisine: seafood
Visit websiteMike's Inland At Sunset Restaurant & Crab House
Restaurant
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
1.8 mi from route
~5 min detour
Glen Burnie, MD
Elizabeth Road Park
Park
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.1 mi from route
Winters Run Park
Park
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Clayton Road Park
Park
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.6 mi from route
~2 min detour
Heather Hills Park
Park
Later in the drive, right off the route
Final third
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Upton Read Park
Park
Around the midpoint, right off the route
Halfway reset
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Winters Run Conservation Area
Park
Near the start, right off the route
First break
0.9 mi from route
~2 min detour
Martin Luther Monument
Monument
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Visit website
Spanish-American War Memorial
Memorial
Early in the drive, short detour
Early stretch
2.6 mi from route
~7 min detour
Federal Hill Historic District
District
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Little Montgomery Street Historic District
District
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.8 mi from route
~7 min detour
Armistead Monument
Memorial
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Whitakers Mill Historic District
District
Near the start, short detour
2.9 mi from route
~7 min detour
Iron Pot Landing
Camp_site
Near the end, short detour
Home stretch
3 mi from route
~8 min detour
The Inn at Henderson's Wharf
Hotel
Around the midpoint, short detour
Halfway reset
3.1 mi from route
~8 min detour
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
About the Cities
Arriving in Rosaryville, MD
Full guide →City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 34m. Total distance: 68.2 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 (40%). 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 18.2 miles on MD 3. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.42 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.
Yes — we found about 2 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Rosaryville, 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 6.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.2 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 30.7 miles (Harbor Tunnel Throughway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 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 Rosaryville, 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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