How far is Catonsville, MD from Sykesville, MD?
The driving distance from Catonsville, MD to Sykesville, MD is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 27m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 54m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 27m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Howard County, Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Catonsville and Sykesville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Catonsville and Sykesville.
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Start on the route
11 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Frederick Road
2417 ft · 1 min · Frederick Road
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Take the ramp sharp left toward I 695 North
999 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
2 mi · 3 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 Catonsville and Sykesville.
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.
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 short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Catonsville and Sunny near Sykesville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Catonsville to Sykesville?
The road trip is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km) and usually takes 00h 27m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Ellicott City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.8 miles from Catonsville and 9.8 miles from Sykesville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.4 miles (23.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.82 one way or $5.64 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Catonsville and Sunny near Sykesville.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Catonsville and Sykesville. Straight-line distance: 14.43 mi (23.22 km).
#1 Catonsville
A city in Baltimore County, Maryland.
| Population | 41,567 |
| Coordinates | 39.2720500, -76.7319200 |
| Altitude | 146 |
| 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: 32 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 14m |
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 | $2.82 | $5.64 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $3.17 | $6.35 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $3.42 | $6.84 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $4.13 | $8.25 |
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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