Origin
Takoma Park, MD
Morning in Takoma Park on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Takoma Park, MD to Layhill Village, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
8.9 mi
14 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 27m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 27m
8 PM
0h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Takoma Park, MD
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Layhill Village, MD
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Trip Overview
This short 8.9-mile drive from Takoma Park, MD, to Layhill Village, MD, is easily manageable in just 23 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on local roads, with no highway driving involved, so expect a leisurely pace. The estimated fuel cost is a low $1, reflecting the minimal distance covered. Given its brevity, this route offers a straightforward way to travel between two points within the Northeast region of Maryland. It's ideal for a quick errand, a visit to friends, or a simple local exploration.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Georgia Avenue | 5.4 mi | 13m |
| Layhill Road | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| Philadelphia Avenue | 1.1 mi | 3m |
| Burlington Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Gate Terrace | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Gate Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Gate Lane | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Post Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Georgia Avenue
— 5.4 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Takoma Park, MD and Layhill Village, MD.
1
Start on MD 410
1.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Philadelphia Avenue
2
Continue on MD 410
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
Burlington Avenue
3
Turn right onto US 29
5.4 mi
·
13 min
·
Georgia Avenue
4
Turn right onto MD 182
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Layhill Road
5
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 182
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Layhill Road
6
Turn left onto Post Lane
364 ft
·
21 sec
·
Post Lane
7
At end of road, turn left onto North Gate Drive
0.1 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Gate Drive
8
Turn right onto North Gate Lane
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Gate Lane
9
Turn left onto North Gate Terrace
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Gate Terrace
10
Arrive at destination
North Gate Terrace
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 7.1 and 8.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
7.1 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
MD 182 / Layhill Road
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 182 / Layhill Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
8.4 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Post Lane
Turn left onto Post Lane
Navigation decision point
6
8.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
North Gate Drive
At end of road, turn left onto North Gate Drive
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
8.6 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
North Gate Lane
Turn right onto North Gate Lane
Navigation decision point
5
8.7 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
North Gate Terrace
Turn left onto North Gate Terrace
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.48 one way
$2.95 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $1.62 | $3.23 |
| premium | $4.93 | $1.73 | $3.45 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.97 | $3.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$1
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.43 |
| Efficient EV | 2.2 | 0 | $0.78 | $0.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.25 | $0.57 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Layhill Village, MD
Morning in Layhill Village on Sunday
Local time
8:01 AM
EDT
Current temp
77°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
23m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for the entirety of this 8.9-mile journey. With a 0% highway share, you'll be navigating residential streets and main thoroughfares rather than high-speed interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 5.4 miles on Georgia Avenue, offering a brief period of consistent travel before more turns. This route is characterized by frequent changes in direction, requiring your full attention as you weave through local communities.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 5.4 mi on Georgia Avenue.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 7.1 miles in near MD 182 / Layhill Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 23m drive. You will face about 6 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.1 miles (MD 182 / Layhill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.4 miles (Post Lane): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (North Gate Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 8.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 5.4 miles on Georgia Avenue. 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: at 7.1 miles (MD 182 / Layhill Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 8.4 miles (Post Lane): Navigation decision point; at 8.5 miles (North Gate Drive): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield. 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 Layhill Village, 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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