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Trip from Snow Hill, MD to Frederick, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 46m

Distance

168.3 mi

271 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 34m ★
6 AM
3h 46m
8 AM
4h 12m
10 AM
3h 55m
12 PM
3h 53m
3 PM
3h 57m
5 PM
4h 11m
8 PM
3h 39m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Snow Hill, MD, MD

Snow Hill, MD

Syed Qaarif Andrabi

city in Frederick County, Maryland, United States

Frederick, MD

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Trip Overview

This 168.3-mile journey from Snow Hill, MD, to Frederick, MD, is estimated to take about 3 hours and 46 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. You'll primarily navigate on Ocean Gateway, Sussex Highway, and I-70. With a fuel cost estimated at $28, this drive offers an economical way to travel across Maryland. The route is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive, suggesting a need for attention to navigation. Given its relatively short duration, it's ideal for a single-day adventure without requiring an overnight stop.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

84.2 miles from Snow Hill, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 70 32.6 mi 35m
Ocean Gateway 26.1 mi 36m
Sussex Highway 19.3 mi 26m
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway 17.5 mi 23m
Shore Highway 17.4 mi 24m
Snow Hill Road 14.5 mi 22m
Governor Ritchie Highway 8 mi 12m
Seashore Highway 7.5 mi 9m
Longest stretch: I 70 — 32.6 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Snow Hill, MD and Frederick, MD.

1

Start on US 113 Business

62 ft · 5 sec · East Market Street
2

Turn right onto MD 12

0.2 mi · 15 sec · North Washington Street
3

Continue on MD 12

15 mi · 22 min · Snow Hill Road
4

Take the ramp

0.6 mi · 1 min
5

Merge onto US 13

5.7 mi · 6 min · Salisbury Bypass
6

Take the exit onto US 13

0.3 mi · 36 sec · US 13
Toward US 13 North, US 13 Business: Salisbury, Dover
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 13

0.2 mi · 27 sec · US 13
Toward US 13 North: Dover
8

Merge onto US 13

0.8 mi · 1 min · North Salisbury Boulevard
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 13

3.1 mi · 3 min · North Salisbury Boulevard
10

Continue on US 13

19 mi · 26 min · Sussex Highway
11

Take the exit

166 ft · 5 sec
12

Continue on Rifle Range Road

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Rifle Range Road
13

Turn right onto US 13 Business; DE 404 Business

1.0 mi · 1 min · South Main Street
14

Turn left onto DE 404 Business

0.4 mi · 45 sec · Market Street
15

Turn right onto DE 404 Business

7.5 mi · 9 min · Seashore Highway
16

Continue on MD 404

17 mi · 24 min · Shore Highway
17

Continue on MD 404

6.2 mi · 8 min · Queen Anne Highway
18

Take the exit

527 ft · 14 sec
19

Merge onto US 50

26 mi · 36 min · Ocean Gateway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Exit 27B Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21

Merge onto MD 2

8.0 mi · 12 min · Governor Ritchie Highway
22

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
23

Merge onto MD 10

1.1 mi · 1 min · Arundel Expressway
24

Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100

18 mi · 23 min · Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 West Use the slight left lane.
25

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Toward US 29 North Use the slight right lane.
26

Merge onto US 29

3.0 mi · 3 min · Columbia Pike
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec
Exit 25B Toward I 70 West: Frederick Use the right lane.
28

Merge onto I 70

10 mi · 10 min · I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29

Continue on I 70; US 40

12 mi · 12 min · I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
30

Continue on I 70; US 40

11 mi · 11 min · I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
31

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 18 sec
Exit 54 Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick Use the slight right lane.
32

Keep slight right at fork

419 ft · 10 sec
Toward Downtown Frederick, East Street Use the slight right lane.
33

Turn straight onto MD 85

426 ft · 9 sec · Buckeystown Pike
34

Continue on East Street

0.1 mi · 15 sec · East Street
35

Enter roundabout onto East Street

119 ft · 2 sec · East Street
36

Continue on East Street

0.3 mi · 33 sec · East Street
37

Turn left onto MD 144

0.1 mi · 24 sec · East South Street
38

Turn right onto South Carroll Street

0.2 mi · 45 sec · South Carroll Street
39

Turn left onto MD 144

0.2 mi · 25 sec · East Patrick Street
40

Arrive at destination

MD 144

Trip Plan

Given this route is a 1-day trip of under 4 hours, you have the flexibility to leave at your convenience, though an early start will maximize your day. With only one recommended stop, plan your breaks strategically, perhaps around the 32.6-mile stretch on I-70. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means there are numerous turns to manage. The estimated fuel cost of $28 is quite reasonable, but always factor in potential for minor fluctuations. Be sure to check your tire pressure before departing, as it can impact fuel efficiency on varied road surfaces.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.2 miles from Snow Hill, MD, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 32.6 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 37 miles or 52m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 84.2 miles or 1h 57m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Frederick, MD than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Snow Hill, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Snow Hill, MD

This is one driving day of about 168.3 miles and 3h 46m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Snow Hill, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 32.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

town in Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ridgely, MD

84 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.

Popular next leg

Ridgely, MD to Frederick, MD

101.6 mi · 2h 15m

Pacing Suggestions

Seaford, DE

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ridgely, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 84.2 miles from Snow Hill, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Cafe Nola

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Frederick, Maryland

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 168.3

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+13016946652

Visit website

Old Mill Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ellicott City, Maryland

1.3 mi

Cafe Italiano

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Salisbury, Maryland

2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Golden Clover Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Snow Hill, Maryland

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14432345641

Visit website

Craft Bakery & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Denton, Maryland

2.6 mi

Cafe Nola

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 168.3

Frederick, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–2 pm

+13016946652

Visit website

Old Mill Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 132.3

Ellicott City, Maryland

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+14104652253

Visit website

Cafe Italiano

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 24

Salisbury, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14103413660

Visit website

The French Twist Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 144.3

Sykesville, Maryland

Hours: 7:30 am–5 pm

+14439203151

Visit website

Irina's Crepes Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 120.2

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14105530955

Visit website

18TWENTY Restaurant & Bar

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 96.2

Stevensville, Maryland

Hours: 4–8 pm

+14106435757

Visit website

Bridges Restaurant on Kent Narrows

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 84.2

Grasonville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14108270282

Visit website

Fisherman's Inn Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 84.2

Grasonville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14108278807

Visit website

Golden Clover Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20

Snow Hill, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+14432345641

Visit website

Craft Bakery & Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.1

Denton, Maryland

Hours: 7:30 am–2 pm

+14109347519

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 120.2

Hanover, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.1 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 132.3

Ellicott City, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 24

Salisbury, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 120.2

Hanover, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 120.2

Hanover, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

SWTCH Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 120.2

Hanover, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

2.4 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 132.3

Ellicott City, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18882642208

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 120.2

Hanover, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Baker Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 168.3

Frederick, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13016001492

Visit website

Frederick, MD

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 168.3

Frederick, Maryland

I Made This! Pottery Studio

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 168.3

Frederick, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+13016244030

Visit website

Ghost Tours of Historic Frederick

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route mile 168.3

Frederick, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+13016688922

Visit website

Tuckahoe State Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 72.1

Queen Anne, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+14108201668

Visit website

Salisbury Zoological Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 12

Salisbury, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4:30 pm

+14105483188

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 27

5 decision points cluster between mile 103.6 and 167.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
103.6 mi into trip | ~2h 24m in

Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 27B Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
113.3 mi into trip | ~2h 39m 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
7
130.8 mi into trip | ~3h 3m in

Keep slight right at fork toward US 29 North

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 29 North
8
167 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Take the exit toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick

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 54 Toward MD 85: Buckeystown, Downtown Frederick
9
167.2 mi into trip | ~3h 43m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Downtown Frederick, East Street

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward Downtown Frederick, East Street

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.90 one way

$55.80 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 59 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $30.56 $61.12
premium $4.93 $32.64 $65.28
diesel $5.61 $37.16 $74.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 58.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 50.5 0 $17.67 $8.08
Efficient EV 42.1 0 $14.73 $6.73
EV Truck/SUV 67.3 0 $23.56 $10.77

Gas CO2

59 kg

EV CO2

20 kg (66% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Snow Hill, MD

Night in Snow Hill on Saturday

Local time

9:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Frederick, MD

Night in Frederick on Saturday

Local time

9:17 PM

EDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

49°F

Ridgely, MD

84 mi in

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

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

18 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

3h 46m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Monocacy National Battlefield

Monocacy National Battlefield

National Battlefield

During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...

4 mi from route ~9 min detour Free near mile 168.3
View on nps.gov
Assateague Island National Seashore

Assateague Island National Seashore

National Seashore

Want to live on the edge? Visit a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Life on Assateague Island has adapted to an existence on the move. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime for...

12 mi from route ~29 min detour $25
View on nps.gov
Antietam National Battlefield

Antietam National Battlefield

National Battlefield

23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into...

18 mi from route ~45 min detour $20 near mile 168.3
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

Harpers Ferry National Historical Park

National Historical Park

At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...

19 mi from route ~47 min detour $20 near mile 168.3
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail

National Scenic Trail

The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!

19 mi from route ~48 min detour Free near mile 168.3
View on nps.gov
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...

25 mi from route ~63 min detour $20 near mile 150.9
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a driving experience that leans towards local roads with frequent turns, as indicated by its 'turn-heavy local drive' profile. Only 20% of this route involves highway driving, meaning you'll spend most of your time on less direct paths. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 32.6 miles on I-70, offering a brief period of faster travel before returning to more localized segments. This mix suggests a journey where you'll be actively engaged with the road, making frequent adjustments rather than settling into a long, steady cruise.

Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
40 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 32.6 mi on I 70.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

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 103.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 27 significant decision points across 168.3 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 103.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.3 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Between Snow Hill, MD and Frederick, MD, road signs point toward Dover and Severna Park.

Dover

21 mi in | ~30m | via US 13

Severna Park

103.6 mi in | ~2h 24m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 46m. Total distance: 168.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 32.6 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Frederick, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 103.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 113.3 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 130.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Assateague Island National Seashore and Antietam National Battlefield (6 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Frederick, MD, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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