How far is Cambridge, MD from Saint Charles, MD?
The driving distance from Cambridge, MD to Saint Charles, MD is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km), with a travel time of about 02h 01m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 02m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 01m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
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Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Patchy Fog
Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Cambridge and Saint Charles.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cambridge and Saint Charles.
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Start on Race Street
935 ft · 29 sec · Race Street
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Turn right onto Cedar Street
1.1 km · 2 min · Cedar Street
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Turn left onto Sunburst Highway
2950 ft · 1 min · Sunburst Highway
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Continue on Senator Malkus Junior Bridge
1.6 mi · 3 min · Senator Malkus Junior Bridge
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Continue on Ocean Gateway
53.1 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Ocean Gateway
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Continue on John Hanson Highway
10.7 mi · 13 min · John Hanson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 3, US 301: Crofton, Richmond
906 ft · 14 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on US 301 South: Richmond
2207 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 301 South: Richmond
1698 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight left onto North West Crain Highway
8.3 mi · 12 min · North West Crain Highway
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Continue on Crain Highway
20.8 mi · 31 min · Crain Highway
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Crain Highway
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Cambridge and Saint Charles.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Ocean Gateway
Continue on Ocean Gateway
53.1 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Patchy Fog leaving Cambridge and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Cambridge to Saint Charles?
The road trip is about 97.1 miles (156.2 km) and usually takes 02h 01m 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?
Cape Saint Claire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 48.4 miles from Cambridge and 48.7 miles from Saint Charles.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 46.5 miles (74.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 50.6 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 2:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.01 one way or $28.03 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Patchy Fog around Cambridge and Chance Rain Showers then Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Saint Charles.
Stop Ideas Near Cape Saint Claire
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 Cape Saint Claire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Cambridge and Saint Charles. Straight-line distance: 46.52 mi (74.86 km).
#1 Cambridge
City in Dorchester County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 12,213 |
| Coordinates | 38.5631700, -76.0788300 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Saint Charles
City in St.
| Population | 36,376 |
| Coordinates | 38.6031700, -76.9385800 |
| Altitude | 61 |
| Country | United States |
End: US 301 (-76.935986, 38.601566)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
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 | $14.01 | $28.03 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $15.77 | $31.55 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $16.99 | $33.98 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $20.51 | $41.02 |
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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