Origin
Perry Hall, MD
Morning in Perry Hall on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Perry Hall, MD to College Park, MD
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 7m
Distance
46.8 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 2m
★
6 AM
1h 8m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 12m
5 PM
1h 18m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Perry Hall, MD
Eric Joseph
College Park, MD
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Trip Overview
This 46.8-mile drive from Perry Hall, MD to College Park, MD is a straightforward trip that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 7 minutes. Designed as a single-day excursion, you'll primarily navigate major arteries like I-95, the Harbor Tunnel Thruway, and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $8, this route offers an economical journey through the Northeast region, entirely within Maryland. It's a practical option for a quick commute or a short getaway, requiring no overnight stays and offering minimal planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 16.1 mi | 18m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 13.1 mi | 17m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 5.3 mi | 6m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 2.4 mi | 6m |
| Cherry Hill Road | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| Honeygo Boulevard | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Chapel Road | 1.1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 16.1 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Perry Hall, MD and College Park, MD.
1
Start on Chapel Road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Chapel Road
2
At end of road, turn left onto Joppa Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Joppa Road
3
Turn right onto Honeygo Boulevard
1.9 mi
·
3 min
·
Honeygo Boulevard
Use the right lane.
4
Turn left onto MD 43
0.3 mi
·
30 sec
·
White Marsh Boulevard
Use the left lane.
5
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward I 95: New York, Baltimore
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 95
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 895
5.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit 62
Toward I 895 South: Annapolis
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
10
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 895
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
0.5 mi
·
41 sec
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 895
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 95
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Use the slight right lane.
16
Turn straight onto MD 212
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Powder Mill Road
17
Turn left onto Cherry Hill Road
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Cherry Hill Road
18
Turn right onto US 1
2.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Baltimore Avenue
19
Turn left onto Knox Road
310 ft
·
15 sec
·
Knox Road
Use the left lane.
20
Arrive at destination
Knox Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.4 miles from Perry Hall, 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 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 40.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Honeygo Boulevard
Turn right onto Honeygo Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3.3 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward I 95: New York, Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 95: New York, Baltimore
8
3.5 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
8
9 mi into trip
|
~14m in
|
I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway toward I 895 South: Annapolis
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 62
Toward I 895 South: Annapolis
7
40.6 mi into trip
|
~54m in
Take the exit toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.76 one way
$15.52 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.50 | $17.00 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.08 | $18.15 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.33 | $20.67 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.92
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(13.1 mi)
$0.92
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Tolls
$1
Total
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.91 | $2.25 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.10 | $1.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 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
College Park, MD
Morning in College Park on Tuesday
Local time
8:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°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 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 7m 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 mixed drive on this route, with 34% of the journey utilizing major highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.1 miles on I-95, offering a period of consistent speed. While a significant portion involves highway driving, the overall profile suggests a blend of faster travel and potentially some local road transitions as you approach your destination. This means you'll experience periods of steady cruising punctuated by changes in speed and road type.
34% 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: 16.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 1.2 miles in near Honeygo Boulevard.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 46.8 miles you will encounter 13 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 1.2 miles (Honeygo Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Perry Hall, MD to College Park, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
3.3 mi in
|
~7m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 7m. Total distance: 46.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 7m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (34%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.92 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 4 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 College Park, 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 1.2 miles (Honeygo Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at College Park, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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