Origin
Olney, MD
Late night in Olney on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Crofton, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
31.6 mi
51 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
★
6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Olney, MD
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Crofton, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Olney to Crofton, you are in for a straightforward 31.6-mile journey that typically takes about 51 minutes. Because this trip is short and efficient, it works perfectly as a single-day excursion, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $5 for fuel to complete the transit between these two Maryland locations. The path keeps you within the Northeast region, transitioning from Olney down into the Crofton area without crossing state lines. It is an ideal route for commuters or travelers who prefer a quick, no-fuss drive rather than a multi-day road trip. Since there are no required stops, you have the freedom to complete the entire transit in one go.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Intercounty Connector | 11.4 mi | 14m |
| Laurel Bowie Road | 9.7 mi | 14m |
| Annapolis Road | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| Georgia Avenue | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| Contee Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Robert Crain Highway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 1 mi | 1m |
| Crofton Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Intercounty Connector
— 11.4 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olney, MD and Crofton, MD.
1
Start on 18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
2
Turn slight left
497 ft
·
20 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
3
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward MD 200 Toll East
4
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
11 mi
·
14 min
·
Intercounty Connector
5
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 200 Toll
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
MD 200 Toll
Toward US 1 North: Laurel
Use the slight left lane.
6
Turn straight onto US 1
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Avenue
7
Turn right onto Contee Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Contee Road
Use the right lane.
8
Turn right onto MD 197
9.7 mi
·
14 min
·
Laurel Bowie Road
9
Turn left onto MD 450
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
Annapolis Road
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto MD 3; MD 450
0.3 mi
·
31 sec
·
North East Crain Highway
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Continue on MD 3; MD 450
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Robert Crain Highway
12
Take the exit onto Clubhouse Gate Road
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
·
Clubhouse Gate Road
13
Turn right onto Crofton Parkway
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
·
Crofton Parkway
14
Turn left onto Spring Green Avenue
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Spring Green Avenue
15
Turn right onto Stratton Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Stratton Road
16
Arrive at destination
Stratton Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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 31.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.8 miles from Olney, 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 115 decision points cluster between mile 14.5 and 30.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
14.5 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
MD 200 Toll
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 200 Toll toward US 1 North: Laurel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward US 1 North: Laurel
5
15.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Contee Road
Turn right onto Contee Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
4
26.6 mi into trip
|
~40m in
|
MD 450 / Annapolis Road
Turn left onto MD 450 / Annapolis Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
4
29.3 mi into trip
|
~45m in
|
MD 3; MD 450 / North East Crain Highway
Turn left onto MD 3; MD 450 / North East Crain Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
30.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
Crofton Parkway
Turn right onto Crofton Parkway
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.24 one way
$10.48 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.74 | $11.48 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.13 | $12.26 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.98 | $13.95 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.32 | $1.52 |
| Efficient EV | 7.9 | 0 | $2.77 | $1.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.6 | 0 | $4.42 | $2.02 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Crofton, MD
Late night in Crofton on Sunday
Local time
3:54 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
51m 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 turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention rather than a monotonous interstate cruise. While you will spend some time on the Intercounty Connector, only a small portion of the trip—about 2%—is highway-based, keeping the experience grounded in local transit. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during an 11.4-mile segment on the Intercounty Connector, which provides a brief reprieve from the more frequent turns. As you navigate from the Laurel Bowie Road section toward Annapolis Road, the road personality shifts to accommodate local traffic patterns. You will find that the lack of highway dominance creates a more intimate, hands-on driving experience as you transition between these Maryland communities.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.4 mi on Intercounty Connector.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 14.5 miles in near MD 200 Toll.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 31.6 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 14.5 miles (MD 200 Toll): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (Contee Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (MD 450 / Annapolis Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
544 ft
53 ft
Total Climb
398 ft
Total Descent
840 ft
Highest Point
544 ft
~1.3 mi in
Elevation Range
492 ft
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 31.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.4 miles on Intercounty Connector. 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 Crofton, 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 14.5 miles (MD 200 Toll): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 15.7 miles (Contee Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.6 miles (MD 450 / Annapolis Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Crofton, 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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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