Origin
Redland, MD
Night in Redland on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redland, MD to Joppatowne, 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 20m
Distance
60.1 mi
97 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 33m
10 AM
1h 25m
12 PM
1h 24m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redland, MD
Stepan Vrany
Joppatowne, MD
Jonathan Borba
Trip Overview
This 60.1-mile drive from Redland, MD, to Joppatowne, MD, is a straightforward, one-day trip taking about 1 hour and 20 minutes. You'll primarily navigate through the Express Toll Lanes, I-95, and the Harbor Tunnel Thruway. With a fuel cost estimated at $10, this route is budget-friendly for a single-day excursion. The journey is characterized by a turn-heavy local drive feel, making it a practical option for a quick trip within the Northeast region. No overnight stays are necessary, and with no designated stops, you have the flexibility to go directly to your destination.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Express Toll Lanes | 13.9 mi | 16m |
| I 95 | 11.7 mi | 13m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 11.6 mi | 15m |
| Intercounty Connector | 10.1 mi | 12m |
| Muncaster Mill Road | 4.5 mi | 8m |
| Baltimore Harbor Tunnel | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Mountain Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Harbor Tunnel Throughway | 1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Express Toll Lanes
— 13.9 mi, about 16m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redland, MD and Joppatowne, MD.
1
Start on Redland Road
96 ft
·
7 sec
·
Redland Road
2
Turn right onto MD 115
4.5 mi
·
8 min
·
Muncaster Mill Road
3
Turn left onto MD 28
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Norbeck Road
Use the left / straight lanes.
4
Turn left onto MD 97
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Georgia Avenue
Use the left lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward MD 200 Toll East
6
Merge onto MD 200 Toll
10 mi
·
12 min
·
Intercounty Connector
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198: Konterra Drive
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
39 sec
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
12
Merge onto I 95
12 mi
·
13 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit onto I 895
5.7 mi
·
6 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit 46
Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the slight right lane.
14
Continue on I 895
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
15
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
17
Continue on I 895
3.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895
8.5 mi
·
9 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
19
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
5.3 mi
·
6 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
21
Turn sharp left onto MD 152
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Mountain Road
22
Turn right onto Old Mountain Road Central
380 ft
·
17 sec
·
Old Mountain Road Central
23
Turn right onto Martin Lane
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Martin Lane
24
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 30.1 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 185 decision points cluster between mile 15.6 and 44.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
15.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 19C
Toward I 95: Laurel, Burtonsville
6
16.6 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MD 198: Laurel, Burtonsville
7
17.6 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 198 West: Burtonsville
7
30.6 mi into trip
|
~41m in
|
I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Take the exit onto I 895 / Harbor Tunnel Thruway toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 46
Toward I 895 North: Baltimore Harbor Tunnel Thr...
6
44.6 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
I 895 / Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto I 895 / Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$9.96 one way
$19.93 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $10.91 | $21.83 |
| premium | $4.93 | $11.66 | $23.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.27 | $26.54 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.81
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(11.6 mi)
$0.81
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Tolls
$1
Total
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 21 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 18 | 0 | $6.31 | $2.88 |
| Efficient EV | 15 | 0 | $5.26 | $2.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 24 | 0 | $8.41 | $3.85 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Joppatowne, MD
Night in Joppatowne on Saturday
Local time
10:44 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 20m 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 drive that blends highway travel with more local road segments, as only 19% of this route is on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 13.9 miles on the Express Toll Lanes, offering a period of consistent speed. However, the overall profile is a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be making frequent adjustments and navigating through more populated areas. This character suggests a pace that is more dynamic than a pure interstate experience, requiring your attention to the road conditions and traffic patterns.
Only 19% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.9 mi on Express Toll Lanes.
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 15.6 miles in.
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 60.1 miles you will encounter 18 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 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 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 Redland, MD to Joppatowne, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Burtonsville along the way.
Burtonsville
15.6 mi in
|
~23m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 20m. Total distance: 60.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 20m 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 13.9 miles on Express Toll Lanes. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.81 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.
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 Joppatowne, 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 15.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 17.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Joppatowne, 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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