Origin
Redland, MD
Late night in Redland on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redland, MD to Bryans Road, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
54.1 mi
87 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 10m
★
6 AM
1h 16m
8 AM
1h 28m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 19m
3 PM
1h 21m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Bryans Road, MD
MINEIA MARTINS
Trip Overview
Spanning 54.1 miles, this trip from Redland to Bryans Road is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because of the relatively short distance, you can easily complete this drive in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $9 on fuel for the trip, making it an affordable option for your commute or regional travel. You will transition through the Northeast corridor, navigating a mix of major thoroughfares and local streets. This route functions best as a direct, no-fuss connection, ideal for travelers who want to reach their destination efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 22.6 mi | 28m |
| Indian Head Highway | 13.6 mi | 19m |
| I 270 | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| Capital Beltway (Local) | 4.3 mi | 5m |
| Shady Grove Road | 3.6 mi | 7m |
| I 270 Spur | 2 mi | 2m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Redland Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 22.6 mi, about 28m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redland, MD and Bryans Road, MD.
1
Start on Redland Road
96 ft
·
9 sec
·
Redland Road
2
Turn left onto MD 115
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
Muncaster Mill Road
3
Turn left onto Shady Grove Road
3.6 mi
·
7 min
·
Shady Grove Road
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 270 South: Washington
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 270
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
I 270
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 Spur
2.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 270 Spur
Toward I 270 Spur: Washington, Northern Virginia
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 495
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital Beltway
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Capital Beltway
Toward I 495 South: Northern Virginia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 495
19 mi
·
23 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495
4.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Capital Beltway (Local)
Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
Use the slight right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 3A
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
Use the slight right lane.
12
Continue on this road
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
this road
Exit 3A
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward MD 210 South
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto MD 210
9.6 mi
·
13 min
·
Indian Head Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on MD 210
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Indian Head Highway
16
Turn left onto MD 227
63 ft
·
1 sec
·
Livingston Road
17
Arrive at destination
MD 227
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
27 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 12 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 27 miles from Redland, 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 10 and 40.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
10 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 270 Spur
Keep slight right at fork onto I 270 Spur toward I 270 Spur: Washington, Northern Virginia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 270 Spur: Washington, Northern Virgini...
7
13.4 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
I 495 / Capital Beltway
Keep slight left at fork onto I 495 / Capital Beltway toward I 495 South: Northern Virginia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 495 South: Northern Virginia
8
34.6 mi into trip
|
~47m in
|
I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)
Keep slight right at fork onto I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local) toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 95, I 495: Alexandria
7
38.9 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Take the exit toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 3A
Toward MD 210 South: Indian Head
7
40.2 mi into trip
|
~55m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 210 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 210 South
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.97 one way
$17.94 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
19 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $9.82 | $19.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $10.49 | $20.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.94 | $23.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.68 | $2.60 |
| Efficient EV | 13.5 | 0 | $4.73 | $2.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 21.6 | 0 | $7.57 | $3.46 |
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (68% 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
Bryans Road, MD
Late night in Bryans Road on Sunday
Local time
12:19 AM
EDT
Current temp
78°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
3 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 15m 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 balances high-speed transit with suburban navigation. You will spend about 14% of your time on highways, primarily utilizing I-270 and the Capital Beltway. The longest uninterrupted section of your journey is a 22.6-mile stretch on the Capital Beltway, which serves as the backbone of the trip before you transition onto the Indian Head Highway. As you move away from the major interstates, the road character shifts from fast-paced highway lanes to a more technical, winding local environment. Keep your focus sharp, as the frequent turns require more engagement than a standard interstate cruise.
Only 14% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.6 mi on Capital Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10 miles in near I 270 Spur.
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 54.1 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 10 miles (I 270 Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Redland, MD to Bryans Road, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Northern Virginia along the way.
Northern Virginia
10 mi in
|
~16m
|
via I 270 Spur
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 15m. Total distance: 54.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 15m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.6 miles on Capital Beltway. 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 Bryans Road, 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 10 miles (I 270 Spur): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 13.4 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 34.6 miles (I 95; I 495 / Capital Beltway (Local)): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield. 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 Bryans Road, 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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