Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
42m
Distance
28.2 mi
45 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great 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.
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Adamstown, MD
RDNE Stock project
Rockville, MD to Adamstown, MD is 28.2 miles and takes about 42m via I 270, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within the Northeast region and Maryland, making it a straightforward local trip. Expect a highway-focused experience for most of the journey. With just a single day recommended, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or a convenient transfer between these two points.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 19.3 mi | 24m |
| Fingerboard Road | 5 mi | 8m |
| Adamstown Road | 1.8 mi | 4m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Buckeystown Pike | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| West Jefferson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Washington Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Mountville Road | <0.1 mi | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Step-by-step road directions between Rockville, MD and Adamstown, MD.
Start on South Washington Street
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
Turn straight onto MD 28
Continue on MD 28
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 270
Take the exit
Turn right onto MD 80
Enter roundabout onto MD 80
Continue on MD 80
Turn left onto MD 85
Turn right onto Adamstown Road
At end of road, turn left onto Mountville Road
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 28.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
Navigation decision point
Merge onto I 270 toward I 270 North
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 80: Urbana, Buckeystown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Enter roundabout onto MD 80 / Fingerboard Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
At end of road, turn left onto Mountville Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.68 one way
$9.35 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.12 | $10.24 |
| premium | $4.93 | $5.47 | $10.94 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.23 | $12.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.9 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 | 8.5 | 0 | $2.96 | $1.35 |
| Efficient EV | 7.1 | 0 | $2.47 | $1.13 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 11.3 | 0 | $3.95 | $1.80 |
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 Rockville on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
92°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Late night in Adamstown on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
76°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 route is predominantly highway-focused, with 68% of the drive utilizing major roadways like I 270. You'll experience a nearly 20-mile stretch on I 270 without needing to exit, providing a consistent driving pace. As you approach Adamstown, the route transitions to local roads such as Fingerboard Road and Adamstown Road, offering a change from the interstate speed. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, prioritizing getting you to your destination.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and Fingerboard Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West Montgomery Avenue.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 42m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West Montgomery Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.3 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 20.6 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 Rockville, MD to Adamstown, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Buckeystown along the way.
Buckeystown
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 42m. Total distance: 28.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
42m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (68%). Straightforward navigation.
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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