Origin
Severna Park, MD
Night in Severna Park on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Severna Park, MD to Adelphi, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
49m
Distance
35.8 mi
58 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 46m
★
6 AM
0h 50m
8 AM
0h 58m
10 AM
0h 53m
12 PM
0h 52m
3 PM
0h 53m
5 PM
0h 58m
8 PM
0h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Severna Park, MD
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Adelphi, MD
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Trip Overview
For a quick trek across Maryland, the 35.8-mile journey from Severna Park to Adelphi is a straightforward commute that typically takes about 49 minutes. Because the distance is so manageable, you can easily complete this trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. You will spend roughly $6 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly option for your schedule. The route transitions through the Northeast region, utilizing a blend of local highways and major thoroughfares. It serves as a reliable connection between these two Maryland communities, offering a practical way to navigate the area without unnecessary complexity.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 95 | 13.1 mi | 15m |
| Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway | 11.9 mi | 16m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Powder Mill Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Riggs Road | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Arundel Expressway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| West McKinsey Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 13.1 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Severna Park, MD and Adelphi, MD.
1
Start on MD 648
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
2
Turn right onto West McKinsey Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
West McKinsey Road
3
Turn left onto MD 2
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
5
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
6
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
12 mi
·
16 min
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 West
Use the slight left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Exit 5A-B
Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 5B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 95
13 mi
·
15 min
·
I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
42 sec
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto MD 212
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Powder Mill Road
12
Turn straight onto MD 212
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Riggs Road
13
Arrive at destination
MD 212
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Severna Park, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 85 decision points cluster between mile 3.7 and 31 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
3.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the exit toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
7
5 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
8
16.9 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
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 5A-B
Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
8
17.1 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 5B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
31 mi into trip
|
~41m in
Take the exit toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 29B
Toward MD 212 West: Calverton
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.94 one way
$11.87 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.50 | $13.00 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.94 | $13.89 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.90 | $15.81 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.76 | $1.72 |
| Efficient EV | 9 | 0 | $3.13 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.01 | $2.29 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Adelphi, MD
Night in Adelphi on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°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
49m 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 trip features a mixed driving profile, balancing surface-level navigation with faster highway segments. You will spend 40% of your travel time on highways, including Governor Ritchie Highway and Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway, before transitioning to I-95. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 13.1-mile segment on I-95, which provides a break from the stop-and-go nature of local roads. Expect the character of the drive to shift as you move from the initial highway stretches toward the final approach into Adelphi. It is a functional drive that trades scenic variety for consistent, efficient progress.
40% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 13.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 3.7 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 8 decision points packed into just 35.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 49m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
334 ft
32 ft
Total Climb
569 ft
Total Descent
428 ft
Highest Point
334 ft
~22.4 mi in
Elevation Range
302 ft
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 Severna Park, MD to Adelphi, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
Washington
16.9 mi in
|
~24m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 49m. Total distance: 35.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (40%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 13.1 miles on I 95. 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 Adelphi, 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 3.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park. 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 Adelphi, 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, USGS 3DEP for elevation, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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