Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
47m
Distance
32.5 mi
52 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
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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College Park, MD
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If you are planning a trip from Severna Park to College Park, you can expect a straightforward 32.5-mile journey that typically takes about 47 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, as it is short enough to navigate without needing an overnight stay. You will traverse the Northeast region, utilizing a combination of local roads and major thoroughfares like the John Hanson Highway, Governor Ritchie Highway, and Blue Star Memorial Highway. Budgeting just $5 for fuel makes this an incredibly economical drive. Whether you are heading to College Park for business or a visit, this uncomplicated route offers a simple transition between the two Maryland hubs.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| John Hanson Highway | 20.1 mi | 24m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 4.5 mi | 6m |
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| Veterans Parkway | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East-West Highway | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Avenue | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Riverdale Road | 1 mi | 2m |
| Cypress Creek Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Severna Park, MD and College Park, MD.
Start on MD 648
Turn left onto Cypress Creek Road
Turn right onto MD 2
Take the exit
Continue on MD 2
Merge onto US 50; US 301; MD 2
Continue on US 50; US 301; MD 2
Take the exit
Turn right onto MD 410
Continue on MD 410
Continue on MD 410
Turn right onto US 1
Turn right onto Knox Road
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
16 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.
A short stop after about 32.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 16.3 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Cypress Creek Road
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward MD 2 South, US 301 South, US 50 West: Annapolis, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Merge onto US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward MD 410
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto Knox Road
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$5.39 one way
$10.78 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $5.90 | $11.80 |
| premium | $4.93 | $6.30 | $12.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.18 | $14.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 11.4 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 | 9.8 | 0 | $3.41 | $1.56 |
| Efficient EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.84 | $1.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 13 | 0 | $4.55 | $2.08 |
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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Late night in Severna Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Late night in College Park on Tuesday
Local time
4:14 AM
EDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Cloudy
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 12 at 1:43PM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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.
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that requires your full attention as you navigate through the area. While you will spend some time on major roads, highways only account for about 6% of the total distance, meaning you will spend most of your time on local surface streets. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 20.1-mile segment on the John Hanson Highway, which provides a brief reprieve from frequent turns. The character of the road shifts significantly as you transition from local corridors to the highway, requiring you to stay alert for changing traffic patterns. It is not an interstate grind, but rather a practical, hands-on driving experience.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Cypress Creek Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 32.5 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Cypress Creek Road): Navigation decision point; at 4.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 5.3 miles (US 50; US 301; MD 2 / Blue Star Memorial Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
212 ft
Total Descent
179 ft
Highest Point
171 ft
~27.9 mi in
Elevation Range
132 ft
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Severna Park, MD to College Park, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
Washington
Severna Park is a town in Anne Arundel County.
City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 47m. Total distance: 32.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
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 USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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