Origin
Rockville, MD
Late night in Rockville on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rockville, MD to Spring Ridge, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
43m
Distance
31.3 mi
50 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 40m
★
6 AM
0h 43m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 45m
3 PM
0h 46m
5 PM
0h 50m
8 PM
0h 41m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rockville, MD
Jonathan Borba
Spring Ridge, MD
Styves Exantus
Trip Overview
Rockville, MD to Spring Ridge, MD is 31.3 miles and takes about 43 minutes via I-270, I-70, and Old National Pike, with a fuel budget near $5 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive entirely within Maryland's Northeast region. You'll be covering a relatively short distance, making it an ideal option for a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 270 | 25.1 mi | 31m |
| I 70 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Old National Pike | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| West Montgomery Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Ridgefield Drive | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Fieldcrest Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cool Spring Terrace South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Jefferson Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 270
— 25.1 mi, about 31m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockville, MD and Spring Ridge, MD.
1
Start on South Washington Street
63 ft
·
8 sec
·
South Washington Street
2
Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
West Montgomery Avenue
3
Turn straight onto MD 28
290 ft
·
10 sec
·
West Jefferson Street
4
Continue on MD 28
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Montgomery Avenue
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 270 North: Frederick
6
Merge onto I 270
25 mi
·
31 min
·
I 270
Toward I 270 North
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 32
Toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Baltimore
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 70; US 40
2.1 mi
·
2 min
·
I 70; US 40
10
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 56
Toward MD 144: East Patrick Street
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto MD 144
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Old National Pike
12
Turn left onto Ridgefield Drive
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
·
Ridgefield Drive
13
Turn left onto Shadybrook Drive
287 ft
·
14 sec
·
Shadybrook Drive
14
Turn right onto Fieldcrest Drive
0.1 mi
·
34 sec
·
Fieldcrest Drive
15
Turn right onto Spring Valley Drive
276 ft
·
14 sec
·
Spring Valley Drive
16
Turn right onto Cool Spring Terrace South
0.1 mi
·
24 sec
·
Cool Spring Terrace South
17
Arrive at destination
Cool Spring Terrace South
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 1.3 and 31.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
I 270
Merge onto I 270 toward I 270 North
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 270 North
8
26.4 mi into trip
|
~34m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
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 32
Toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
8
26.7 mi into trip
|
~35m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Baltimore
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 70 East, US 40 East: Baltimore
7
29.2 mi into trip
|
~38m in
Take the exit toward MD 144: East Patrick Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 56
Toward MD 144: East Patrick Street
5
31.2 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Cool Spring Terrace South
Turn right onto Cool Spring Terrace South
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.19 one way
$10.38 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.68 | $11.37 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $6.91 | $13.82 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.29 | $1.50 |
| Efficient EV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.74 | $1.25 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.38 | $2.00 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Spring Ridge, MD
Late night in Spring Ridge on Sunday
Local time
12:15 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°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
43m 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?
This drive is predominantly highway, with 87% of the journey on major roadways. You'll experience a longest stretch of 25.1 miles on I-270, offering a consistent pace. While the primary focus is on efficient travel via interstate, the route does transition to Old National Pike, which may offer a slightly different driving feel towards the end. Expect a straightforward travel experience with minimal deviations from the main thoroughfares.
87% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 25.1 mi on I 270.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 270 and I 70. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.3 miles in near I 270.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 13 decision points packed into just 31.3 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 43m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.3 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 Spring Ridge, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Baltimore along the way.
Baltimore
26.4 mi in
|
~34m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 43m. Total distance: 31.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
43m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 25.1 miles on I 270. 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 Spring Ridge, 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 1.3 miles (I 270): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail (5 total within detour distance). 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 Spring Ridge, 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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