Origin
Rising Sun, MD
Late night in Rising Sun on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rising Sun, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
54m
Distance
39.5 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 50m
★
6 AM
0h 54m
8 AM
1h 3m
10 AM
0h 57m
12 PM
0h 56m
3 PM
0h 58m
5 PM
1h 2m
8 PM
0h 51m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rising Sun, MD
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Gwynn Oak, MD
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Trip Overview
This 39.5-mile drive from Rising Sun to Gwynn Oak, Maryland, is a straightforward local journey that can easily be completed in about 54 minutes. With a low fuel cost estimated at $7, it's an economical choice for a single-day trip. The route primarily utilizes Taneytown Pike, West Baltimore Street, and Trevanion Road, offering a consistent local road experience without any highway stretches. Given its short distance and duration, this drive is perfectly suited for a single day, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical option for connecting two points within Maryland's Northeast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taneytown Pike | — | — |
| West Baltimore Street | — | — |
| Trevanion Road | — | — |
| Antrim Boulevard | — | — |
| College View Boulevard | — | — |
| Baltimore Boulevard | — | — |
| Westminster Pike | — | — |
| Northwest Expressway | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Taneytown Pike
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rising Sun, MD and Gwynn Oak, MD.
1
Start on Baptist Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Baptist Road
2
Turn left onto Taneytown Pike
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Taneytown Pike
3
Continue on West Baltimore Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Baltimore Street
4
Turn right onto Trevanion Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Trevanion Road
5
Turn left onto Antrim Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Antrim Boulevard
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Taneytown Pike
128 ft
·
4 sec
·
Taneytown Pike
7
Exit the roundabout onto Taneytown Pike
9.3 mi
·
12 min
·
Taneytown Pike
8
Continue on College View Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
57 sec
·
College View Boulevard
9
Continue on Baltimore Boulevard
10 mi
·
15 min
·
Baltimore Boulevard
10
Continue on Westminster Pike
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Westminster Pike
11
Keep slight left to continue on Northwest Expressway
9.2 mi
·
11 min
·
Northwest Expressway
12
Keep slight right to continue on I 695 South: Glen Burnie
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
I 695 South: Glen Burnie
13
Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
14
Take the exit slight right toward MD 26: Lochearn, Randallstown
0.2 mi
·
45 sec
·
MD 26: Lochearn, Randallstown
15
Turn left onto Liberty Road
2.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Liberty Road
16
Continue on Liberty Heights Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Heights Avenue
17
Turn left onto Gwynn Oak Avenue
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Gwynn Oak Avenue
18
Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Haddon Avenue
19
Turn left
59 ft
·
4 sec
20
Arrive at your destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.8 miles from Rising Sun, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.55 one way
$13.10 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.17 | $14.34 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.66 | $15.32 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.72 | $17.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.9 | 0 | $4.15 | $1.90 |
| Efficient EV | 9.9 | 0 | $3.46 | $1.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.8 | 0 | $5.53 | $2.53 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Gwynn Oak, MD
Late night in Gwynn Oak on Sunday
Local time
4:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
70°F
New Mexico, MD
20 mi in
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
54m 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 for the entirety of this 39.5-mile trip. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating primarily on surface streets and county roads, including Taneytown Pike, West Baltimore Street, and Trevanion Road. The nature of this drive means you'll be making frequent turns, so staying attentive to navigation is key. There isn't a 'longest stretch' to speak of, as the route is characterized by continuous changes in direction and road names, keeping you engaged as you make your way from Rising Sun to Gwynn Oak.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: Taneytown Pike.
How Hard Is This Drive?
1/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Rising Sun, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD is easy. At 54m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rising Sun, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 54m. Total distance: 39.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
54m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Rising Sun, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gwynn Oak, 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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