Origin
Olney, MD
Late night in Olney on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Olney, MD to Dundalk, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
56m
Distance
36.4 mi
59 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 52m
★
6 AM
0h 56m
8 AM
1h 6m
10 AM
1h 0m
12 PM
0h 59m
3 PM
1h 0m
5 PM
1h 5m
8 PM
0h 54m
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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Dundalk, MD
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Trip Overview
Olney, MD to Dundalk, MD is 36.4 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I-95, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Maryland, moving from the Northeast region to the Northeast region. It's a fairly straightforward trip, mostly on major highways, making it a convenient option for a quick journey. You'll find it to be a mixed drive, so be prepared for both highway speeds and some more localized road conditions. Given its short duration, it's an ideal same-day trip.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 17.2 mi | 21m |
| Patuxent Freeway | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Olney Sandy Spring Road | 2.9 mi | 5m |
| Hall Shop Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Ashton Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Guilford Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Broening Highway | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Keith Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 17.2 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Olney, MD and Dundalk, MD.
1
Start on 18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
18000 Georgia Avenue, Olney MD
2
Turn left onto Spartan Road
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Spartan Road
3
Turn right onto MD 108
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Olney Sandy Spring Road
4
Continue on MD 108
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ashton Road
5
Continue on MD 108
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Clarksville Pike
6
Turn right onto Hall Shop Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Hall Shop Road
7
Turn right onto Guilford Road
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Guilford Road
8
At end of road, turn left onto Cedar Lane
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Cedar Lane
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 32 East: Annapolis
10
Merge onto MD 32
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Patuxent Freeway
11
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 13A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
12
Merge onto I 95
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 95
Use the slight right lane.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Use the slight right lane.
15
Turn left onto Keith Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Keith Avenue
16
Keep slight right at fork onto Keith Avenue
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Keith Avenue
17
Turn straight onto Broening Highway
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Broening Highway
18
Turn left onto Belclare Road
490 ft
·
20 sec
·
Belclare Road
19
Turn right onto Dundalk Avenue
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
20
Continue on Dundalk Avenue
285 ft
·
12 sec
·
Dundalk Avenue
21
Arrive at destination
1 ft
·
Dundalk Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.2 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 145 decision points cluster between mile 11.1 and 33.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
11.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Cedar Lane
At end of road, turn left onto Cedar Lane
Navigation decision point
7
15.4 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Exit 13A
Toward I 95 North: Baltimore
5
16 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
I 95
Merge onto I 95
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
31.1 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 95
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
5
33.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.03 one way
$12.07 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.61 | $13.22 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.06 | $14.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.04 | $16.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.82 | $1.75 |
| Efficient EV | 9.1 | 0 | $3.18 | $1.46 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.6 | 0 | $5.10 | $2.33 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Dundalk, MD
Late night in Dundalk on Sunday
Local time
12:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Columbia, MD
18 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
1 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
56m 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?
This route features a mixed drive, with 58% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a significant portion on I-95, including a longest stretch of 17.2 miles uninterrupted on the interstate. Expect to transition from Olney Sandy Spring Road onto the Patuxent Freeway before merging with I-95. The character of the drive shifts from local roads to faster-paced highway travel, requiring you to adjust your driving style accordingly. It's not a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a blend of efficient highway travel and approach roads.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.2 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
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 11.1 miles in near Cedar Lane.
Driving Effort
8/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 36.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 11.1 miles (Cedar Lane): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 36.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). 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 17.2 miles on I 95. 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 Dundalk, 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 11.1 miles (Cedar Lane): Navigation decision point; at 15.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16 miles (I 95): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 Dundalk, 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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