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Trip from West Elkridge, MD to Redland, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

44m

Distance

30.7 mi

49 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$5

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 41m ★
6 AM
0h 45m
8 AM
0h 52m
10 AM
0h 47m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 52m
8 PM
0h 42m

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

Downtown West Elkridge, MD, MD

West Elkridge, MD

Jason Morrison

Downtown Redland, MD, MD

Redland, MD

Stepan Vrany

Trip Overview

This straightforward 30.7-mile drive from West Elkridge, MD, to Redland, MD, is a quick trip, estimated to take about 44 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-95 and the Intercounty Connector, this route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion. With a modest fuel cost of around $5, it's an economical choice for a short journey within the Northeast region. The mixed drive profile suggests a blend of highway speeds and potentially some local road sections, making it a practical option for a quick commute or a short hop between destinations.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 95 10.6 mi 12m
Intercounty Connector 9.5 mi 11m
Muncaster Mill Road 4.5 mi 8m
Washington Boulevard 1.9 mi 3m
Georgia Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
Norbeck Road 0.2 mi <1m
MD 100 0.2 mi <1m
Redland Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 95 — 10.6 mi, about 12m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between West Elkridge, MD and Redland, MD.

1

Start on this road

61 ft · 9 sec · this road
2

Turn left onto US 1

1.9 mi · 3 min · Washington Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 55 sec
Toward MD 100 West: Ellicott City Use the right lane.
4

Merge onto MD 100

0.2 mi · 15 sec · MD 100
5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 26 sec
Exit 5A-B Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington Use the slight right lane.
6

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 5B Toward I 95 South: Washington Use the slight left lane.
7

Merge onto I 95

11 mi · 12 min · I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto MD 200 Toll

9.5 mi · 11 min · Intercounty Connector
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 41 sec
Exit 8B-A Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 8A Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton Use the straight lane.
12

Turn right onto MD 97

0.7 mi · 1 min · Georgia Avenue
13

Turn right onto MD 28

0.2 mi · 23 sec · Norbeck Road
Use the right lane.
14

Turn right onto MD 115

4.5 mi · 8 min · Muncaster Mill Road
15

Turn left onto Redland Road

96 ft · 2 sec · Redland Road
16

Arrive at destination

Redland Road

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.4 and 24.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

9
2.4 mi into trip | ~4m in

Take the exit toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington

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 5A-B Toward I 95: Baltimore, Washington
8
2.7 mi into trip | ~5m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Exit 5B Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
14 mi into trip | ~19m in

Take the exit toward MD 200 Toll West

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 31B Toward MD 200 Toll West
8
24.4 mi into trip | ~32m in

Take the exit toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton

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 8B-A Toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
9
24.8 mi into trip | ~32m in

Keep slight left at fork toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton

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

Use the straight lane. Exit 8A Toward MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheat...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$5.09 one way

$10.18 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $5.57 $11.15
premium $4.93 $5.95 $11.91
diesel $5.61 $6.78 $13.56

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$5

Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.2 0 $3.22 $1.47
Efficient EV 7.7 0 $2.69 $1.23
EV Truck/SUV 12.3 0 $4.30 $1.96

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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 17, 2026

Origin

West Elkridge, MD

Late night in West Elkridge on Sunday

Local time

12:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Redland, MD

Late night in Redland on Sunday

Local time

12:35 AM

EDT

Current temp

75°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

44m 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?

The character of this 30.7-mile route is a mixed drive, with 35% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 10.6 miles on I-95, likely offering a consistent, higher-speed experience. Following this, the route incorporates the Intercounty Connector and Muncaster Mill Road, which may introduce varied driving conditions. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and potentially more winding or localized road segments as you approach your destination.

35% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 10.6 mi on I 95.

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 2.4 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 30.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 44m.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 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 West Elkridge, MD and Redland, MD, road signs point toward Washington, Olney and Wheaton.

Washington

2.4 mi in | ~4m

Olney

24.4 mi in | ~32m

Wheaton

24.4 mi in | ~32m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 44m. Total distance: 30.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

44m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (35%). 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 10.6 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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

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 2.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 14 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Monocacy National Battlefield and Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. 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 Redland, 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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