Origin
South Bel Air, MD
Night in South Bel Air on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
72°F
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Live forecast
Trip from South Bel Air, MD to Algonquin, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 33m
Distance
103.5 mi
167 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$17
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 24m
★
6 AM
2h 34m
8 AM
2h 54m
10 AM
2h 41m
12 PM
2h 39m
3 PM
2h 42m
5 PM
2h 53m
8 PM
2h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
South Bel Air, MD
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Algonquin, MD
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Trip Overview
South Bel Air, MD to Algonquin, MD is 103.5 miles and takes about 2h 33m via US 50, with a fuel budget near $17 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This single-day trip stays entirely within Maryland, traversing the Northeast region. The drive offers a mixed profile, meaning you'll encounter a variety of road types rather than just one monotonous highway. Given the relatively short distance and duration, it's a manageable journey for a single day, with a predictable fuel cost.
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
51.7 miles from South Bel Air, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 50 | 33.3 mi | 47m |
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 19.1 mi | 27m |
| John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway | 8.1 mi | 9m |
| Express Toll Lanes | 7.7 mi | 9m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 6.1 mi | 8m |
| Harbor Tunnel Thruway | 6 mi | 8m |
| Arundel Expressway | 4.7 mi | 6m |
| Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
Longest stretch:
US 50
— 33.3 mi, about 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Bel Air, MD and Algonquin, MD.
1
Start on South Shamrock Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
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South Shamrock Road
2
At end of road, turn right onto East MacPhail Road
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
East MacPhail Road
3
Turn left onto MD 924
496 ft
·
14 sec
·
South Main Street
4
Continue on MD 924
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Emmorton Road
5
Turn right onto West Ring Factory Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Ring Factory Road
6
Turn left onto MD 24
3.9 mi
·
5 min
·
Vietnam Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the left lane.
7
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 95
8.1 mi
·
9 min
·
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
6.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Express Toll Lanes
Use the slight left lane.
11
Merge onto I 895
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
12
Continue on I 895
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Harbor Tunnel
13
Continue on I 895
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 895
0.5 mi
·
39 sec
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
15
Keep slight right at fork onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Exit 6
Toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Turn straight onto MD 2
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Ritchie Highway
18
Turn left onto MD 270
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
East Furnace Branch Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward MD 10 South
20
Merge onto MD 10
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Use the straight lane.
21
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Use the slight right lane.
22
Turn left onto MD 2
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Ritchie Highway
23
Continue on MD 2
6.1 mi
·
8 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the straight lane.
24
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
25
Merge onto US 50; US 301
19 mi
·
27 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 50
33 mi
·
47 min
·
US 50
Toward US 50 East: Ocean City, Rehoboth
27
Turn right onto Maryland Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Maryland Avenue
28
Continue on Muse Street
363 ft
·
16 sec
·
Muse Street
29
At end of road, turn left onto Gay Street
367 ft
·
16 sec
·
Gay Street
30
Turn right onto Poplar Street
406 ft
·
13 sec
·
Poplar Street
31
Continue on Locust Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Locust Street
32
At end of road, turn left onto Glenburn Avenue
246 ft
·
12 sec
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Glenburn Avenue
33
Turn right onto Glasgow Street
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Glasgow Street
34
Continue on Sandy Hill Road
0.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Sandy Hill Road
35
Turn left onto Shawnee Road
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Shawnee Road
36
Arrive at destination
Shawnee Road
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day trip of just over 2 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight to complete the drive. The longest stretch on US 50 is over 33 miles, so plan for a fuel stop before or during that segment if your tank is low. With a fuel cost estimated at $17, it's an economical trip, but always keep an eye on your gauge, especially on the longer highway portions.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 51.7 miles from South Bel Air, MD, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.3 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 23 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 51.7 miles or 1h 13m 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
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Algonquin, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving South Bel Air, 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 South Bel Air, MD
This is one driving day of about 103.5 miles and 2h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 23 miles from South Bel Air, 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 US 50 for about 33.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
52 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 23 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 51.7 miles from South Bel Air, 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 245 decision points cluster between mile 5.8 and 38.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
5.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward I 95 South: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Baltimore
6
14.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
6
21 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
Express Toll Lanes
Keep slight left at fork onto Express Toll Lanes
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
9
30.1 mi into trip
|
~42m in
|
Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Keep slight right at fork onto Harbor Tunnel Throughway toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 6
Toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie
7
38.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
|
MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.16 one way
$34.32 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $18.79 | $37.59 |
| premium | $4.93 | $20.07 | $40.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $22.85 | $45.70 |
Estimated Tolls: $0.42
Harbor Tunnel Thruway
(6 mi)
$0.42
Toll estimates based on average 2024-2025 rates. EZ-Pass/SunPass discounts may lower the actual cost.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Tolls
$0
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 36.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 31 | 0 | $10.87 | $4.97 |
| Efficient EV | 25.9 | 0 | $9.06 | $4.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.49 | $6.62 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 kg (67% 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
Algonquin, MD
Night in Algonquin on Saturday
Local time
10:53 PM
EDT
Current temp
76°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
4 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
2h 33m 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.
Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Harriet Tubman was a deeply spiritual woman who lived her ideals and dedicated her life to freedom. She is the Underground Railroad’s best known conductor and before the Civil War repeatedly risked he...
9 mi from route
~23 min detour
Free
near mile 103.5
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive features a "Mixed drive" profile, with 37% of the journey on highways. You'll spend a good portion of your time on major routes like US 50 and the John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 33.3 miles on US 50, so expect some sustained driving periods. The character of the road will shift, offering both faster highway segments and potentially more varied driving as you approach your destination.
37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
36 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 33.3 mi on US 50.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 5.8 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 24 significant decision points across 103.5 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 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles (Express Toll Lanes): 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.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between South Bel Air, MD and Algonquin, MD, road signs point toward Annapolis, Glen Burnie and Rehoboth.
Annapolis
30.1 mi in
|
~42m
|
via Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Glen Burnie
30.1 mi in
|
~42m
|
via Harbor Tunnel Throughway
Rehoboth
67.4 mi in
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~1h 35m
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via US 50
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 33m. Total distance: 103.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (37%). 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 33.3 miles on US 50. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Expect about $0.42 in tolls one way, starting with Harbor Tunnel Thruway. Most Northeast and Midwest toll agencies accept E-ZPass; in the West and Texas, transponders like TxTag or FasTrak apply. If you do not have a transponder, cashless tolling plates will mail a bill to the vehicle's registered address — usually with a surcharge, so a rental-car toll pass is often cheaper than paying by mail.
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 Algonquin, 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 5.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 14.6 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21 miles (Express Toll Lanes): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad 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 Algonquin, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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