Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
39m
Distance
27.2 mi
44 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Ballenger Creek, MD
Keith Cassill
If you are planning a quick transit between Redland and Ballenger Creek, you can expect a straightforward 27.2-mile journey. Clocking in at approximately 39 minutes, this drive is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will spend a modest $5 on fuel to complete the transit, making it a highly economical option. The route relies primarily on I-270, Midcounty Highway, and Buckeystown Pike to navigate through the Northeast region of Maryland. Because the travel time is under an hour, you have plenty of flexibility to fit this into a busy schedule without feeling rushed. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a short getaway, the simplicity of this route makes it a practical choice for any driver.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 19.2 mi | 23m |
| Midcounty Highway | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| Buckeystown Pike | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Montgomery Village Avenue | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Executive Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Shady Grove Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Robin Drive | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| New Design Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Redland, MD and Ballenger Creek, MD.
Start on Redland Road
Turn left onto MD 115
Turn left onto Shady Grove Road
Turn right onto Midcounty Highway
At end of road, turn left onto MD 124
Continue on MD 124
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 270
Take the exit
Turn left
Turn left onto MD 85
Continue on MD 85
Turn right onto Executive Way
At end of road, turn left onto New Design Road
Turn right onto Robin Drive
Turn right onto Canada Goose Court
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 25.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto MD 115 / Muncaster Mill Road
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 270
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 85: Frederick, Buckeystown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Turn left toward MD 85 South: Buckeystown
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Executive Way
Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$4.51 one way
$9.02 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.28 | $10.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.01 | $12.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 70% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.2 | 0 | $2.86 | $1.31 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.38 | $1.09 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.9 | 0 | $3.81 | $1.74 |
Gas CO2
10 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (70% 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 Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
61°F
Partly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Ballenger Creek on Tuesday
Local time
4:13 AM
EDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
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 trip is a highway-focused drive, with 71% of your time spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a longest uninterrupted stretch of 19.2 miles while traveling along I-270, which dictates the core pace of the journey. Expect a transition from high-speed interstate conditions to the more localized flow of Midcounty Highway and Buckeystown Pike. The experience behind the wheel is functional and efficient rather than technical, prioritizing speed over scenic detours. You should prepare for a consistent, steady drive that shifts from the heavy traffic flow of the interstate to the slightly varied environment of the secondary roads as you approach your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and Midcounty Highway. You will hit about 12 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 27.2 miles you will encounter 12 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 5.1 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Redland, MD to Ballenger Creek, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Buckeystown along the way.
Buckeystown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 39m. Total distance: 27.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (71%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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