Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
16.7 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Fair
4 stations
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Adelphi, MD
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Redland, MD to Adelphi, MD is 16.7 miles and takes about 29 minutes via New Hampshire Avenue, Muncaster Mill Road, and Intercounty Connector, with a fuel budget near $3 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip connecting two points within Maryland's Northeast region. Expect a dynamic drive with frequent turns rather than long stretches of highway. Given its short distance and duration, this route is ideal for a quick local excursion without needing extensive planning or an overnight stay.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| New Hampshire Avenue | 5.6 mi | 10m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Intercounty Connector | 4.4 mi | 5m |
| Adelphi Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Georgia Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Norbeck Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Edwards Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Riggs Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Redland, MD and Adelphi, MD.
Start on Redland Road
Turn right onto MD 115
Turn left onto MD 28
Turn left onto MD 97
Take the ramp
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto MD 650
Turn left onto Adelphi Road
Turn right onto Edwards Way
Turn right onto MD 212
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 10.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn right onto MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road
Navigation decision point
Turn left onto MD 28 / Norbeck Road
Lane positioning matters here
Turn left onto MD 97 / Georgia Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 650: Ashton, White Oak
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 650 South: White Oak
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$2.77 one way
$5.54 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.24 | $6.48 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.8 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 | 0 | $1.75 | $0.80 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.46 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.34 | $1.07 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Redland on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
80°F
Sunny
Destination
Late night in Adelphi on Sunday
Local time
1:57 AM
EDT
Current temp
82°F
Sunny
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
This drive is characterized by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile, meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns more than cruising on a single highway. With 0% highway share, you'll stay on local roads for the entire 16.7-mile journey. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 5.6 miles along New Hampshire Avenue. As you progress, the route will likely feel like a typical suburban commute, requiring your attention to navigate the various intersections and road changes.
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 early in the drive near MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road.
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 16.7 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: near the start (MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.5 miles (MD 28 / Norbeck Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles (MD 97 / Georgia Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
264 ft
Total Descent
580 ft
Highest Point
496 ft
~4.8 mi in
Elevation Range
322 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Redland, MD to Adelphi, MD, road signs begin pointing toward White Oak along the way.
White Oak
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 16.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m 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.
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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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