Trip from Rock Hall, MD to City of Baltimore, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 5m

Distance

81.1 mi

131 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 26 min

4 AM

1h 57m ★

6 AM

2h 6m

8 AM

2h 23m

10 AM

2h 12m

12 PM

2h 10m

3 PM

2h 13m

5 PM

2h 23m

8 PM

2h 0m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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town in Kent County, Maryland, United States

Rock Hall, MD

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City of Baltimore, MD

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Trip Overview

This 81.1-mile drive from Rock Hall, MD, to the City of Baltimore, MD, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 5 minutes to complete. You'll navigate a mix of local roads and highways, with about 11% of the journey on higher-speed roads. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $13, making it an economical option. The route offers a turn-heavy local driving experience, so be prepared for frequent adjustments. Since it's a relatively short drive, you have the flexibility to depart at your convenience and enjoy a relaxed pace.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

40.5 miles from Rock Hall, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 4m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Blue Star Memorial Highway	24.6 mi	34m
Church Hill Road	14.9 mi	22m
Governor Ritchie Highway	8 mi	12m
Rock Hall Road	6.8 mi	11m
Chestertown Road	4.5 mi	7m
Baltimore-Washington Parkway	4 mi	5m
I 97	3.8 mi	4m
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway	3.8 mi	5m

Longest stretch: Blue Star Memorial Highway — 24.6 mi, about 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hall, MD and City of Baltimore, MD.

Start on MD 445

120 ft · 7 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto MD 20

0.4 mi · 54 sec · Rock Hall Avenue

Continue on MD 20

6.8 mi · 11 min · Rock Hall Road

Continue on MD 20

4.5 mi · 7 min · Chestertown Road

Continue on MD 20

0.4 mi · 44 sec · High Street

Enter roundabout onto High Street

127 ft · 2 sec · High Street

Continue on High Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · High Street

Turn left onto MD 289

0.1 mi · 23 sec · North Cross Street

Turn right onto MD 213

0.2 mi · 20 sec · Maple Avenue

Continue on MD 213

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Chestertown Church Hill Road

Continue on MD 213

15 mi · 22 min · Church Hill Road

Continue on MD 213

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Liberty Street

Continue on MD 213

1.8 mi · 2 min · Centreville Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 37 sec

Toward US 301 South

Merge onto US 301

25 mi · 34 min · Blue Star Memorial Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Exit 27B Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto MD 2

8.0 mi · 12 min · Governor Ritchie Highway

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec

Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore

Merge onto MD 10

1.1 mi · 1 min · Arundel Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100

3.8 mi · 5 min · Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway

Toward MD 100 West Use the slight left lane.

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec

Exit 13B Toward I 97 North: Baltimore Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 97

2.7 mi · 3 min · I 97

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto I 97

1.1 mi · 1 min · I 97

Exit 17A Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 695

1.1 mi · 1 min · Baltimore Beltway

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec

Exit 7B Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto MD 295

4.0 mi · 5 min · Baltimore-Washington Parkway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on MD 295

1.0 mi · 2 min · Russell Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on MD 295

0.3 mi · 38 sec · South Paca Street

Use the straight / right lanes.

Turn right onto West Baltimore Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · West Baltimore Street

Use the straight lane.

Turn left

281 ft · 25 sec

At end of road, turn left onto East Fayette Street

212 ft · 6 sec · East Fayette Street

Arrive at destination

East Fayette Street

Trip Plan

Given this drive is only 81.1 miles and takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes, there's no need to split it. You can leave Rock Hall at any time that suits you, but consider an early departure to avoid potential traffic as you approach Baltimore. With a fuel cost of around $13, you're unlikely to need frequent fill-ups, but it's always wise to start with a full tank. Keep an eye on your navigation system, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests many turns, especially on Church Hill Road and Governor Ritchie Highway, so ensure your GPS is updated.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.

The halfway point lands around 40.5 miles from Rock Hall, MD, or about 1h 4m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 18 miles or 30m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 40.5 miles or 1h 4m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 46m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near City of Baltimore, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Rock Hall, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Rock Hall, MD

This is one driving day of about 81.1 miles and 2h 5m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Rock Hall, MD.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 24.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Stevensville, MD

41 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

Chestertown, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 18 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Stevensville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 40.5 miles from Rock Hall, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Commerce Street Creamery Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Centreville, Maryland

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 29

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+14107586779

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

0.6 mi

Lion's Villa (Indian Restaurant)

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Centreville, Maryland

0.6 mi

Commerce Street Creamery Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 29

Centreville, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–2:30 pm

+14107586779

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 75.3

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+14105895166

Visit website

Lion's Villa (Indian Restaurant)

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 29

Centreville, Maryland

Hours: 10:30 am–9 pm

+14432628888

Visit website

Blackwall Hitch

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81.1

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14437597176

Visit website

Bridges Restaurant on Kent Narrows

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 40.5

Grasonville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14108270282

Visit website

Fisherman's Inn Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 40.5

Grasonville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14108278807

Visit website

G & M Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 75.3

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14106361777

Visit website

The Narrows Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 40.5

Grasonville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14108278113

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 81.1

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 69.5

Glen Burnie, Maryland

+18882642208

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 75.3

Halethorpe, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 81.1

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 56 and 74.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

56 mi into trip | ~1h 26m in

Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 27B Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...

65.7 mi into trip | ~1h 41m in | MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway

Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway toward MD 100 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward MD 100 West

69.5 mi into trip | ~1h 47m in

Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 13B Toward I 97 North: Baltimore

72.6 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | I 97

Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson

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 17A Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson

74.8 mi into trip | ~1h 54m in

Take the exit toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 7B Toward MD 295 North: North Baltimore

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$13.45 one way

$26.89 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 28 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$4.61	$14.73	$29.45
premium	$4.93	$15.73	$31.46
diesel	$5.61	$17.91	$35.81

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 28.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	24.3	$8.52	$3.89
Efficient EV	20.3	$7.10	$3.24
EV Truck/SUV	32.4	$11.35	$5.19

Gas CO2

28 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Rock Hall, MD

Morning in Rock Hall on Sunday

Local time

10:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

53°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

City of Baltimore, MD

Morning in City of Baltimore on Sunday

Local time

10:41 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

22 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

2h 5m 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 most of this 81.1-mile route between Rock Hall and Baltimore. While only 11% of the journey is on highways, you'll encounter stretches like the 24.6-mile segment on Blue Star Memorial Highway that offer a bit more speed. The road's personality shifts as you progress, transitioning from potentially quieter local roads to more developed areas closer to Baltimore. This drive is characterized by frequent changes in direction rather than long, monotonous highway stretches, requiring your attention to navigation.

Only 11% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.

32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 24.6 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.

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 56 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 81.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.7 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.

Between Rock Hall, MD and City of Baltimore, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park and Towson.

Severna Park

56 mi in | ~1h 26m

Towson

72.6 mi in | ~1h 51m | via I 97

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 5m. Total distance: 81.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 24.6 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. 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 City of Baltimore, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at City of Baltimore, 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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Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Commerce Street Creamery Cafe

Commerce Street Creamery Cafe

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

Lion's Villa (Indian Restaurant)

Blackwall Hitch

Bridges Restaurant on Kent Narrows

Fisherman's Inn Restaurant

G & M Restaurant

The Narrows Restaurant

Tesla Supercharger

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Tesla Supercharger

EVgo Charging Station

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Heads-up: tricky spots

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Travel Intel

Rock Hall, MD

City of Baltimore, MD

Same local time

22 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 5m on the road

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How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

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