Origin
Rockville, MD
Late night in Rockville on Sunday
Local time
12:26 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockville, MD to Hyattsville, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
33m
Distance
18.7 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
★
6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Hyattsville, MD
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Trip Overview
This short 18.7-mile drive from Rockville, MD to Hyattsville, MD is best tackled in a single day, taking approximately 33 minutes. With a fuel cost estimated at $3, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes Capital Beltway and I 270, with a significant portion on local roads like University Boulevard East. While not a long journey, the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile suggests you'll be navigating city streets more than open highway. This is a straightforward trip within the Northeast region of Maryland, perfect for a quick errand or visit.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Capital Beltway | 5.8 mi | 7m |
| I 270 | 5.3 mi | 7m |
| University Boulevard East | 2.6 mi | 5m |
| East-West Highway | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| Riggs Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Great Falls Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 42nd Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Queensbury Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Capital Beltway
— 5.8 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockville, MD and Hyattsville, MD.
1
Start on South Washington Street
63 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Washington Street
2
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Montgomery Avenue
3
Continue on Great Falls Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Great Falls Road
4
Turn right onto MD 189
432 ft
·
17 sec
·
Falls Road
5
Continue on MD 189
471 ft
·
18 sec
·
Falls Road
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 270 South
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 270
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
9
Merge onto I 495
5.8 mi
·
7 min
·
Capital Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Exit 29
Toward MD 193 East: Langley Park
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto MD 193
2.6 mi
·
5 min
·
University Boulevard East
12
Turn right onto MD 212
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Riggs Road
13
Turn left onto MD 410
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
East-West Highway
Use the left lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 410
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
East-West Highway
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right onto Belcrest Road
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Belcrest Road
Use the right lane.
16
Continue on Queensbury Road
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Queensbury Road
17
Turn right onto 42nd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
42nd Avenue
18
Turn left onto Kennedy Street
119 ft
·
5 sec
·
Kennedy Street
19
Arrive at destination
Kennedy Street
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 16.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 270 South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 270 South
8
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
|
I 270
Keep slight left at fork onto I 270 toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / straight lanes.
Toward I 270 South: Silver Spring, College Park
5
6.7 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge onto I 495 / Capital Beltway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
12.5 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward MD 193 East: Langley Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29
Toward MD 193 East: Langley Park
6
16.3 mi into trip
|
~27m in
|
MD 410 / East-West Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 410 / East-West Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.10 one way
$6.20 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $3.40 | $6.79 |
| premium | $4.93 | $3.63 | $7.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.13 | $8.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
| Efficient EV | 4.7 | 0 | $1.64 | $0.75 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.62 | $1.20 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Hyattsville, MD
Late night in Hyattsville on Sunday
Local time
12:26 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
1 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
33m 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' profile for this 18.7-mile journey. With only 28% of the route on highways, you'll spend most of your time on city streets, making frequent turns. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 5.8 miles on the Capital Beltway, offering a brief period of higher-speed travel before you re-enter more localized roads. This drive is characterized by its frequent transitions, requiring your attention as you navigate through various intersections and local traffic patterns.
Only 28% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.8 mi on Capital Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 12 decision points packed into just 18.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 33m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Rockville, MD to Hyattsville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward College Park along the way.
College Park
3.9 mi in
|
~7m
|
via I 270
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 33m. Total distance: 18.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.8 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 Hyattsville, 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 1 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles (I 270): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6.7 miles (I 495 / Capital Beltway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hyattsville, 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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