This 137.8-mile drive from Snow Hill, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD will take you approximately 2 hours and 39 minutes. It's a straightforward, single-day trip, making it an ideal option if you're looking for a manageable journey within Maryland. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $23, which is quite budget-friendly. You'll primarily navigate local roads, so expect a more engaged driving experience rather than a simple highway cruise. With just one recommended stop, you can easily complete this drive in a single day.
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
66.7 miles from Snow Hill, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Ocean Gateway
26.1 mi
36m
Sussex Highway
19.3 mi
26m
Shore Highway
17.4 mi
24m
Snow Hill Road
14.5 mi
22m
Governor Ritchie Highway
8 mi
12m
Baltimore Beltway
7.7 mi
10m
Seashore Highway
7.5 mi
9m
Queen Anne Highway
6.2 mi
8m
Longest stretch:
Ocean Gateway
— 26.1 mi, about 36m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Snow Hill, MD and Gwynn Oak, 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 27BToward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna ParkUse 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
3.8 mi·5 min·Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 WestUse the slight left lane.
25
Take the exit
0.4 mi·55 sec
Exit 13BToward I 97 North: BaltimoreUse the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 97
2.7 mi·3 min·I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi·1 min·I 97
Exit 17AToward I 695 West: Baltimore, TowsonUse the slight right lane.
28
Merge onto I 695
7.7 mi·10 min·Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight lane.
29
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Exit 15AToward US 40 East: BaltimoreUse the slight right lane.
30
Turn straight onto US 40
0.2 mi·22 sec·Baltimore National Pike
31
Turn left onto Ingleside Avenue
1.6 mi·3 min·Ingleside Avenue
Use the left lane.
32
Continue on North Forest Park Avenue
1.4 mi·3 min·North Forest Park Avenue
Use the left / straight lanes.
33
Turn slight left onto Hillsdale Road
0.9 mi·2 min·Hillsdale Road
34
Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
178 ft·11 sec·Haddon Avenue
35
Turn left
60 ft·4 sec
36
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 39 minute duration, starting your drive from Snow Hill in the morning will allow you to reach Gwynn Oak with plenty of daylight. Since this is a local road drive with a 0% highway share, be prepared for a more dynamic driving experience with consistent turns. Plan for your single recommended stop to be a chance to stretch your legs and perhaps grab a quick snack. The $23 fuel cost is modest, so you shouldn't need to worry too much about refueling stops, but it's always wise to have a full tank before departing Snow Hill, especially since the drive is a 'turn-heavy local drive' and may consume fuel at a slightly different rate than highway driving.
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 66.7 miles from Snow Hill, MD, or about 1h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 26.1 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 29 miles or 41m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.7 miles or 1h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 33m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Gwynn Oak, 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 133.5 miles and 3h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 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 Ocean Gateway for about 26.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 25
5 decision points cluster between mile 103.6 and 129 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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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
117.1 mi into trip|~2h 44m in
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
8
120.2 mi into trip|~2h 48m in|I 97
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
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 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
7
129 mi into trip|~3h in
Take the exit toward US 40 East: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 15A
Toward US 40 East: Baltimore
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$22.13 one way
$44.27 round trip
$4.21/gal25.4 MPG avg47 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.61
$24.24
$48.48
premium
$4.93
$25.89
$51.78
diesel
$5.61
$29.48
$58.95
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$22
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$47–$72
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.7 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
40.1
0
$14.02
$6.41
Efficient EV
33.4
0
$11.68
$5.34
EV Truck/SUV
53.4
0
$18.69
$8.54
Gas CO2
47 kg
EV CO2
16 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
9:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Gwynn Oak, MD
Night
in Gwynn Oak on Saturday
Local time
9:20 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
75°F
Boonsboro, MD
67 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
25 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 11m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is characterized by frequent turns, offering a 'turn-heavy local drive' experience. With 0% highway share, you won't encounter any high-speed interstate travel. The drive unfolds primarily on local roads, including North Washington Street and Snow Hill Road, before potentially transitioning to the Salisbury Bypass. Because it's not a highway-focused trip, you'll likely experience a steadier pace with more interactions with local traffic patterns. The absence of a designated longest uninterrupted stretch suggests a continuous series of turns and intersections throughout the journey.
Only 4% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 26.1 mi on Ocean Gateway.
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 Effort10/10
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 25 significant decision points across 133.5 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 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Gwynn Oak, MD, road signs point toward Dover, Severna Park and Towson.
Dover
21 mi in|~30m|via US 13
Severna Park
103.6 mi in|~2h 24m
Towson
120.2 mi in|~2h 48m|via I 97
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 11m. Total distance: 133.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 26.1 miles on Ocean Gateway. 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 Gwynn Oak, 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 117.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Assateague Island National Seashore. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.2 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Gwynn Oak, MD, but most travelers stay overnight.
