Ocean Pines, MD to North Bel Air, MD is 143.6 miles and takes about 3h 13m via Dupont Boulevard, Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway, and John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $23 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region into the Northeast region. It's a primarily surface road drive, making it a good option if you prefer to stay off the interstate for most of your travel. With just one recommended stop and a relatively short duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
71.8 miles from Ocean Pines, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 41m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Dupont Boulevard
49.8 mi
1h 10m
Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
42.2 mi
49m
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
19.9 mi
22m
Delaware Turnpike
6.3 mi
7m
Level Road
6.1 mi
9m
Churchville Road
5.6 mi
9m
Worcester Highway
4.3 mi
5m
DuPont Boulevard
2.1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Dupont Boulevard
— 49.8 mi, about 1h 10m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 17 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,427 veh/hr typical
Quietest
1 AM
~599 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
7.4×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 21 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Pines, MD and North Bel Air, MD.
1
Start on Harbor Mist Circle
123 ft·7 sec·Harbor Mist Circle
2
Turn right onto Newport Drive
0.1 mi·35 sec·Newport Drive
3
Turn left onto Windjammer Road
0.3 mi·1 min·Windjammer Road
4
Turn right onto Capetown Road
0.1 mi·31 sec·Capetown Road
5
Turn left onto Ocean Parkway
1.1 mi·2 min·Ocean Parkway
6
Turn right onto MD 589
1.4 mi·2 min·Race Track Road
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
8
Merge onto US 113
4.3 mi·5 min·Worcester Highway
9
Continue on US 113
27 mi·38 min·Dupont Boulevard
10
Continue on US 113
2.1 mi·2 min·DuPont Boulevard
11
Continue on US 113
23 mi·31 min·Dupont Boulevard
12
Continue on DE 1 Toll
4.4 mi·5 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 Toll North: Wilmington
13
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 Toll
28 mi·31 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
14
Keep slight left at fork onto DE 1 Toll
6.5 mi·7 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1
3.6 mi·4 min·Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, BaltimoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi·26 sec
Exit 162Toward DE 273: Newark, New CastleUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto DE 273
0.2 mi·25 sec·Christiana Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
18
Continue on DE 273
1.0 mi·1 min·Christiana Bypass
19
Continue on DE 273
0.7 mi·1 min·Christiana Road
20
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 95 Toll South: Newark, Baltimore
21
Merge onto I 95
4.0 mi·4 min·Delaware Turnpike
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
22
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95
2.2 mi·2 min·Delaware Turnpike
Use the slight left lane.
23
Continue on I 95
20 mi·22 min·John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
24
Take the exit
0.5 mi·58 sec
Exit 89Toward MD 155: Havre de GraceUse the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi·27 sec
Toward MD 155
26
Turn straight onto MD 155
6.1 mi·9 min·Level Road
27
Turn right onto MD 22
5.6 mi·9 min·Churchville Road
28
Turn right onto US 1 Business; MD 924
414 ft·13 sec·South Main Street
Use the right lane.
29
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 Business; MD 924
0.5 mi·1 min·South Main Street
Use the straight lane.
30
Arrive at destination
MD 924
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 13m drive time, leaving in the morning is ideal for maximizing daylight. Plan for one stop to break up the drive; the route data suggests this is sufficient for a 143.6-mile trip. The fuel cost is estimated at $23, so ensure your tank is full before departing. Since this is a manageable one-day trip, you have flexibility in your departure time and stop duration. Keep an eye out for the transition points between the main highways and the surface roads, as this is where navigation might require extra attention.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 71.8 miles from Ocean Pines, MD, or about 1h 41m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 49.8 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 32 miles or 48m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 71.8 miles or 1h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near North Bel Air, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ocean Pines, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Ocean Pines, MD
This is one driving day of about 143.6 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Ocean Pines, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Dupont Boulevard for about 49.8 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 18
5 decision points cluster between mile 98.1 and 143.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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98.1 mi into trip|~2h 11m in|DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward DE 1 North: Wilmington, Baltimore
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101.7 mi into trip|~2h 16m in
Take the exit toward DE 273: Newark, New Castle
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 162
Toward DE 273: Newark, New Castle
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108.6 mi into trip|~2h 25m in|I 95 / Delaware Turnpike
Keep slight left at fork onto I 95 / Delaware Turnpike
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
7
130.7 mi into trip|~2h 51m in
Take the exit toward MD 155: Havre de Grace
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 89
Toward MD 155: Havre de Grace
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143.2 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|US 1 Business; MD 924 / South Main Street
Keep slight right at fork onto US 1 Business; MD 924 / South Main Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.40 one way
$50.79 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg50 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$27.82
$55.63
premium
$5.24
$29.65
$59.29
diesel
$5.35
$30.25
$60.49
Estimated Tolls: $0.44
Delaware Turnpike
(6.3 mi)$0.44
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
$25
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
43.1
0
$15.08
$6.89
Efficient EV
35.9
0
$12.57
$5.74
EV Truck/SUV
57.4
0
$20.10
$9.19
Gas CO2
50 kg
EV CO2
17 kg (66% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
Ocean Pines, MD
Afternoon
in Ocean Pines on Wednesday
Local time
2:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
59°F
Partly Cloudy
SW 7 mph11% chanceLive forecast
Destination
North Bel Air, MD
Afternoon
in North Bel Air on Wednesday
Local time
2:59 PM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Mostly Clear
NW 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
64°F
Felton, DE
72 mi in
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
7 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
3h 13m 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.
Assateague Island National Seashore
National Seashore
Want to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime for...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend most of your time on surface roads, as the highway share is only 5%. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 49.8 miles along Dupont Boulevard. Expect to encounter a dense pattern of exits and intersections as you transition between surface roads and the limited highway portions.
Only 5% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
30 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.8 mi on Dupont Boulevard.
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 98.1 miles in near DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 143.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 98.1 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.6 miles (I 95 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
379 ft6 ft
Total Climb
429 ft
Total Descent
56 ft
Highest Point
379 ft
~143.6 mi in
Elevation Range
373 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Ocean Pines, MD and North Bel Air, MD, road signs point toward Baltimore and New Castle.
Baltimore
98.1 mi in|~2h 11m|via DE 1
New Castle
101.7 mi in|~2h 16m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 143.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.8 miles on Dupont Boulevard. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.44 in tolls one way, starting with Delaware Turnpike. 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 7 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 North Bel Air, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 7 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 98.1 miles (DE 1 / Korean War Veterans Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 101.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 108.6 miles (I 95 / Delaware Turnpike): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Assateague Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at North Bel Air, MD, but most travelers stay overnight.
