Origin
Sharpsburg, MD
Morning in Sharpsburg on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sharpsburg, MD to Stanley, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
37.5 mi
60 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 48m
8 AM
0h 56m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 50m
3 PM
0h 51m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sharpsburg, MD
Jonathan Borba
Stanley, MD
RDNE Stock project
Trip Overview
Sharpsburg, MD to Stanley, MD is 37.5 miles and takes about 48 minutes via Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short drive stays within the Northeast region, specifically within Maryland, making it a convenient local trip. Expect a route with numerous turns and a predominantly local feel, rather than a high-speed interstate cruise. It's a straightforward journey perfect for a quick excursion or an add-on to a larger itinerary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 22.1 mi | 23m |
| Sharpsburg Pike | 10.5 mi | 16m |
| I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway) | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Tollgate Ridge Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ford Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Church Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Mechanic Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 22.1 mi, about 23m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sharpsburg, MD and Stanley, MD.
1
Start on Alley 10
115 ft
·
13 sec
·
Alley 10
2
Turn left onto South Mechanic Street
252 ft
·
9 sec
·
South Mechanic Street
3
Turn right onto MD 34
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
East Main Street
4
Turn left onto MD 65
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
North Church Street
5
Continue on MD 65
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Sharpsburg Pike
Use the left lane.
6
Turn left
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Use the left lane.
7
Merge onto I 70
20 mi
·
21 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 70; US 40
2.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Exit 3
Toward MD 144: Hancock
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto MD 144
269 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Main Street
12
Turn right onto Ford Drive
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Ford Drive
13
Turn right onto Tollgate Ridge Road
0.3 mi
·
49 sec
·
Tollgate Ridge Road
14
Arrive at destination
Tollgate Ridge Road
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 37.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 18.8 miles from Sharpsburg, 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 0 and 36.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South Mechanic Street
Turn left onto South Mechanic Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 34 / East Main Street
Turn right onto MD 34 / East Main Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 65 / North Church Street
Turn left onto MD 65 / North Church Street
Navigation decision point
5
10.9 mi into trip
|
~17m in
Turn left
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
36.5 mi into trip
|
~45m in
Take the exit toward MD 144: Hancock
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Exit 3
Toward MD 144: Hancock
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.22 one way
$12.43 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $6.81 | $13.62 |
| premium | $4.93 | $7.27 | $14.55 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.28 | $16.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.1 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 | 11.3 | 0 | $3.94 | $1.80 |
| Efficient EV | 9.4 | 0 | $3.28 | $1.50 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15 | 0 | $5.25 | $2.40 |
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
Stanley, MD
Morning in Stanley on Sunday
Local time
8:51 AM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
48°F
Williamsport, MD
19 mi in
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
23 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
48m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of turns and intersections more than cruising on a straight highway. While the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway is a main road here, the overall highway share is only about 8%, indicating a significant portion of the drive will be on more local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 22.1 miles on the Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, offering a brief period of consistent travel before returning to more varied road conditions.
Only 8% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.1 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
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 South Mechanic Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 37.5 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 (South Mechanic Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MD 34 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MD 65 / North Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 37.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (8%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.1 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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: near the start (South Mechanic Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MD 34 / East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MD 65 / North Church Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Stanley, 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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