Origin
North Bethesda, MD
Morning in North Bethesda on Sunday
Local time
7:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Bethesda, MD to Scaggsville, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
17.2 mi
28 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bethesda, MD
Kelly
Scaggsville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This 17.2-mile drive from North Bethesda to Scaggsville, Maryland, is a short trip that can easily be completed in about 28 minutes, making it perfect for a single-day excursion. You'll primarily navigate along Randolph Road, Columbia Pike, and the Intercounty Connector. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this route is budget-friendly. The profile suggests a turn-heavy local drive, so don't expect long stretches of uninterrupted highway. Since the origin and destination are both within the Northeast region of Maryland, you won't be crossing into a new geographical area, keeping the journey straightforward. It's a quick hop that doesn't require an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Randolph Road | 6.6 mi | 11m |
| Columbia Pike | 5.2 mi | 7m |
| Intercounty Connector | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| New Hampshire Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Josiah Henson Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Old Georgetown Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Towne Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Nicholson Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Randolph Road
— 6.6 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bethesda, MD and Scaggsville, MD.
1
Start on Tudor Lane
146 ft
·
8 sec
·
Tudor Lane
2
At end of road, turn left onto Tudor Lane
338 ft
·
20 sec
·
Tudor Lane
3
Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive
347 ft
·
20 sec
·
Commonwealth Drive
4
Turn left onto Nicholson Lane
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Nicholson Lane
5
Turn right onto MD 187
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Old Georgetown Road
Use the straight / right lanes.
6
Continue on Towne Road
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Towne Road
Use the left lane.
7
Turn right onto Josiah Henson Parkway
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Josiah Henson Parkway
8
Continue on Randolph Road
6.6 mi
·
11 min
·
Randolph Road
9
Turn left onto MD 650
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
New Hampshire Avenue
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
11
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Intercounty Connector
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Exit 16A-B
Toward US 29: Silver Spring, Columbia
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Exit 16B
Toward US 29 North: Columbia
14
Merge onto US 29
5.2 mi
·
7 min
·
Columbia Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 13
Toward MD 216: Maple Lawn, Fulton, Laurel, Park and Ride
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
280 ft
·
7 sec
Toward MD 216: Fulton, Laurel
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
17
Enter roundabout onto MD 216
23 ft
·
0 sec
·
MD 216
18
Continue on MD 216
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
MD 216
19
Arrive at destination
MD 216
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.3 and 17 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0.3 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road
Turn right onto MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
10.8 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward US 29: Silver Spring, Columbia
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 16A-B
Toward US 29: Silver Spring, Columbia
6
11.1 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 29 North: Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Exit 16B
Toward US 29 North: Columbia
8
16.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward MD 216: Maple Lawn, Fulton, Laurel, Park and Ride
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward MD 216: Maple Lawn, Fulton, Laurel, Park...
9
17 mi into trip
|
~28m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 216: Fulton, Laurel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 216: Fulton, Laurel
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.85 one way
$5.70 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.12 | $6.25 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.34 | $6.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.80 | $7.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.81 | $0.83 |
| Efficient EV | 4.3 | 0 | $1.51 | $0.69 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.9 | 0 | $2.41 | $1.10 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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.
Destination
Scaggsville, MD
Morning in Scaggsville on Sunday
Local time
7:38 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
28m 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 with a significant number of turns, characteristic of local roads, rather than a high-speed highway experience. Only 2 out of the 17.2 miles involve highway driving, so plan for a more engaging, stop-and-go feel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.6 miles along Randolph Road. As you transition from Randolph Road to Columbia Pike and potentially the Intercounty Connector, the road's personality will likely shift from suburban thoroughfares to more varied local routes, keeping you attentive behind the wheel. This isn't a monotonous cruise; it's a dynamic route with frequent adjustments.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.6 mi on Randolph Road.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 0.3 miles in near MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 17.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.3 miles (MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
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 North Bethesda, MD to Scaggsville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Columbia along the way.
Columbia
10.8 mi in
|
~18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 17.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.6 miles on Randolph Road. 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 Scaggsville, 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 0.3 miles (MD 187 / Old Georgetown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 10.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 11.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield. 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 Scaggsville, 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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