Origin
Taneytown, MD
Morning in Taneytown on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Taneytown, MD to Gaithersburg, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
47.3 mi
76 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 20m
10 AM
1h 13m
12 PM
1h 12m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Taneytown, MD
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Gaithersburg, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Taneytown to Gaithersburg, Maryland, expect a straightforward 47.3-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 8 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $8 on fuel, making it a very budget-friendly trip within the Northeast region. Because the drive is relatively short, it offers great flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are heading south for business or a quick visit, this drive provides a direct path between the two Maryland locations without the need for complex planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Eisenhower Memorial Highway | 19.9 mi | 24m |
| Woodsboro Pike | 12.3 mi | 17m |
| Francis Scott Key Highway | 6.1 mi | 11m |
| Frederick Freeway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Liberty Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| North Frederick Avenue | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| MD 26 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Quince Orchard Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
— 19.9 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Taneytown, MD and Gaithersburg, MD.
1
Start on Reindollar Street
31 ft
·
6 sec
·
Reindollar Street
2
Turn left onto MD 140
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Baltimore Street
3
Turn left onto MD 194
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Frederick Street
4
Continue on MD 194
6.1 mi
·
11 min
·
Francis Scott Key Highway
5
Continue on MD 194
12 mi
·
17 min
·
Woodsboro Pike
6
Continue on MD 26
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Road
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 26
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
MD 26
Toward US 15 South
8
Continue on US 15
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Frederick Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 270
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 11
Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road
Use the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight left at fork
127 ft
·
5 sec
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
12
Turn left onto MD 124
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
Quince Orchard Road
13
Turn right onto MD 355
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
North Frederick Avenue
14
Turn right
85 ft
·
6 sec
15
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.6 miles from Taneytown, 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 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 45.9 — 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
|
MD 140 / East Baltimore Street
Turn left onto MD 140 / East Baltimore Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 194 / Frederick Street
Turn left onto MD 194 / Frederick Street
Navigation decision point
5
20.7 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
MD 26
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 26 toward US 15 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 15 South
8
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 4m in
Take the exit toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road
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 11
Toward MD 124: Montgomery Village Avenue, Quinc...
5
45.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward MD 124 North: Montgomery Village Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.84 one way
$15.68 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $8.59 | $17.18 |
| premium | $4.93 | $9.17 | $18.35 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.44 | $20.89 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.2 | 0 | $4.97 | $2.27 |
| Efficient EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.14 | $1.89 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.9 | 0 | $6.62 | $3.03 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Gaithersburg, MD
Morning in Gaithersburg on Sunday
Local time
9:41 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 8m 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 rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as only 10% of this route consists of highways. You will navigate a mix of local roads, primarily utilizing Woodsboro Pike and the Francis Scott Key Highway. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be the 19.9-mile stretch along the Eisenhower Memorial Highway. Because the route relies heavily on local roads, you will experience a more technical drive that requires your full attention compared to a standard highway haul. The transition between these different road types keeps the pace engaging throughout the hour-long trip.
Only 10% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 19.9 mi on Eisenhower Memorial 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 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near MD 140 / East Baltimore 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 47.3 miles you will encounter 6 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 (MD 140 / East Baltimore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MD 194 / Frederick Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles (MD 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 8m. Total distance: 47.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 8m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (10%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 19.9 miles on Eisenhower Memorial 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 (MD 140 / East Baltimore Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (MD 194 / Frederick Street): Navigation decision point; at 20.7 miles (MD 26): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Gaithersburg, 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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