How far is Arlington, MD from South Bel Air, MD?
The driving distance from Arlington, MD to South Bel Air, MD is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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 00h 48m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Arlington and South Bel Air.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Arlington and South Bel Air.
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Start on Cuthbert Avenue
128 m · 20 sec · Cuthbert Avenue
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Turn left onto Hayward Avenue
1277 ft · 46 sec · Hayward Avenue
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Turn right onto Park Heights Avenue
900 ft · 29 sec · Park Heights Avenue
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Turn left onto West Belvedere Avenue
1.4 km · 3 min · West Belvedere Avenue
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Turn right onto West Northern Parkway
1.3 km · 2 min · West Northern Parkway
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Continue on West Northern Parkway
6.3 mi · 14 min · West Northern Parkway
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Continue on Fleetwood Avenue
2313 ft · 1 min · Fleetwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Belair Road
13.4 mi · 24 min · Belair Road
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Take the exit slight right
2.6 mi · 6 min
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Turn right onto Kenmore Avenue
1472 ft · 31 sec · Kenmore Avenue
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Turn left onto Linwood Avenue
2040 ft · 1 min · Linwood Avenue
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Turn right onto South Shamrock Road
58 m · 8 sec · South Shamrock Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Shamrock Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Arlington and South Bel Air.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Belair Road
Turn left onto Belair Road
13.4 mi · 00h 24m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Arlington and Sunny near South Bel Air.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Arlington to South Bel Air?
The road trip is about 28.7 miles (46.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Perry Hall is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from Arlington and 15.9 miles from South Bel Air.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.4 miles (36.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.3 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.13 one way or $8.25 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Arlington and Sunny near South Bel Air.
Stop Ideas Near Perry Hall
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 Perry Hall.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Arlington and South Bel Air. Straight-line distance: 22.43 mi (36.1 km).
#1 Arlington
Arlington is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.3485700, -76.6832400 |
| Altitude | 134 |
| Country | United States |
#2 South Bel Air
A census-designated place in Anne Arundel County, Maryland.
| Population | 48,828 |
| Coordinates | 39.5331600, -76.3374600 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Shamrock Road (-76.337354, 39.533192)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 46 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $4.13 | $8.25 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.64 | $9.29 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.00 | $10.01 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.04 | $12.08 |
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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