How far is Annapolis, MD from Sykesville, MD?
The driving distance from Annapolis, MD to Sykesville, MD is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 07m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Annapolis and Sykesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Annapolis and Sykesville.
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Start on School Street
42 m · 6 sec · School Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Church Circle
24 m · 2 sec · College Avenue
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Exit the rotary onto College Avenue
105 m · 7 sec · College Avenue
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Turn left onto Bladen Street
1489 ft · 41 sec · Bladen Street
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Continue on Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
1.4 mi · 3 min · Roscoe Rowe Boulevard
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Take the ramp straight
2017 ft · 53 sec
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Continue on John Hanson Highway
1.8 mi · 2 min · John Hanson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 97 North: Baltimore
1.5 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 97 North: Baltimore
1 km · 51 sec
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Continue straight
6 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left
10.4 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Baltimore Beltway
8.9 mi · 12 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
951 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Frederick
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
10.8 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 32: Clarksville, Sykesville
1802 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MD 32 North: Sykesville
717 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Sykesville Road
3.5 mi · 5 min · Sykesville Road
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Turn left onto West Friendship Road
2287 ft · 46 sec · West Friendship Road
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Continue on Main Street
1635 ft · 56 sec · Main Street
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Turn right onto Springfield Avenue
2296 ft · 46 sec · Springfield Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Springfield Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Annapolis and Sykesville.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 West
Merge slight left
10.8 mi · 00h 12m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Annapolis and Sunny near Sykesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Annapolis to Sykesville?
The road trip is about 48.8 miles (78.6 km) and usually takes 01h 03m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Linthicum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.4 miles from Annapolis and 24.4 miles from Sykesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:22 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.03 one way or $14.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Annapolis and Sunny near Sykesville.
Stop Ideas Near Linthicum
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Linthicum.
BWI Rail Station
Pennsylvania Station
New Carrollton station
Kent Island, MD
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Annapolis and Sykesville. Straight-line distance: 37.35 mi (60.11 km).
#1 Annapolis
City in and county seat of Anne Arundel County, Maryland, United States, and Maryland federated state capital city
| Population | 39,524 |
| Coordinates | 38.9785900, -76.4918400 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Sykesville
Town in Carroll County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 3,973 |
| Coordinates | 39.3737100, -76.9677600 |
| Altitude | 166 |
| Country | United States |
End: Sykesville (-76.96776, 39.37371)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.03 | $14.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.91 | $15.82 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $8.52 | $17.04 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $10.29 | $20.57 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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