How far is Cloverly, MD from Olney, MD?

Fastest route

The distance between Cloverly, Maryland, and Olney, Maryland is approximately 5.5 miles (8.85 kilometers). The fastest route, considering traffic conditions, is via Norwood Rd and Olney Sandy Spring Rd.

Directions

  1. ๐Ÿš— Head southwest toward MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave.
  2. ๐Ÿ”„ Turn left toward MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave.
  3. โžก๏ธ Turn right toward MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave.
  4. ๐Ÿ”„ Turn left toward MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave.
  5. โžก๏ธ Turn right toward MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave.
  6. ๐Ÿ”„ Take Norwood Rd to Olney Sandy Spring Rd in Olney.
  7. โฌ…๏ธ Use any lane to turn left onto Olney Sandy Spring Rd.

Tips & Suggestions

  • ๐Ÿ›ฃ๏ธ Stay on MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave for a smooth start to your journey.
  • ๐Ÿšฆ Pay attention to traffic signals and follow the road signs for a safe drive.
  • โฐ Consider checking the traffic conditions before you leave to adjust your departure time if necessary.
  • ๐Ÿ“ฑ Use a navigation app or GPS device to help you navigate the route accurately.
  • โ›ฝ Ensure your vehicle has enough fuel before starting the trip.
  • ๐Ÿš— Observe the speed limits and drive defensively for a comfortable and secure journey.
  • ๐Ÿ“ Take note of nearby landmarks or significant points along the route to help you stay on track.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
5.34 mi
00h 12m
Flight
4.84 mi
7.79 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
4.84 mi
Kilometers
7.79 km
Flight Time

Driving Distance

Road route
5.34 mi
Kilometers
8.59 km
Drive Time
00h 12m

Gas Cost Calculator

Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 12m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Olney
Thu, Apr 23, 9:09 AM EDT
Return by in Cloverly
Thu, Apr 23, 9:21 AM EDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Cloverly
2026-04-23T08:56
Arrive Olney
Thu, Apr 23, 9:09 AM EDT
Route Timing
00h 12m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:12 AM to 7:12 PM EDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
8:06 PM EDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Cloverly
10:00 PM EDT
Flexible departure

This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Brookeville
MD

Town in Maryland, United States

From Cloverly
2.7 mi
00h 06m
To Olney
2.7 mi
00h 06m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
78ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
3 to 7 mph N
Destination
78ยฐF
Thursday

Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM EDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph N

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Cloverly and Olney.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Cloverly and Olney.

  1. 1

    Start on Briggs Chaney Road

    47 m ยท 10 sec ยท Briggs Chaney Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto New Hampshire Avenue

    1362 ft ยท 26 sec ยท New Hampshire Avenue

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Norwood Road

    2.9 mi ยท 6 min ยท Norwood Road

  4. 4

    Turn straight onto Doctor Bird Road

    1.1 km ยท 1 min ยท Doctor Bird Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Olney Sandy Spring Road

    1.4 mi ยท 2 min ยท Olney Sandy Spring Road

  6. 6

    Turn sharp left onto Georgia Avenue

    36 m ยท 14 sec ยท Georgia Avenue

  7. 7

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m ยท 1 sec ยท Georgia Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Cloverly and Olney.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
7 steps
5 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
0
0 merges, 0 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
132.1 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Norwood Road
2.92 mi ยท 55%
Olney Sandy Spring Road
1.42 mi ยท 27%
Doctor Bird Road
0.69 mi ยท 13%
New Hampshire Avenue
0.26 mi ยท 5%
Briggs Chaney Road
0.03 mi ยท 1%
Georgia Avenue
0.02 mi
Longest Stretch

Norwood Road

Turn right onto Norwood Road

2.92 mi ยท 00h 06m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
00h 12m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
00h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+0.5 mi
4.8 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Brookeville
00h 06m from Cloverly
Leave By
8:06 PM EDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Sunny leaving Cloverly and Sunny near Olney.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Cloverly to Olney?

The road trip is about 5.3 miles (8.6 km) and usually takes 00h 12m 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?

Brookeville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 2.7 miles from Cloverly and 2.7 miles from Olney.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 4.8 miles (7.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.5 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:06 PM EDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.78 one way or $1.55 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Sunny around Cloverly and Sunny near Olney.

Stop Ideas Near Brookeville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Brookeville and the surrounding midpoint area.
Griffith Park at City Hall
Scenic stop 8.7 mi away

Griffith Park at City Hall

Gaithersburg , MD
29 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, United States
Rating 4.6/5 57 reviews Park
Gaithersburg City Hall
Meeting point 8.8 mi away

Gaithersburg City Hall

Gaithersburg , MD
31 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877
Rating 4.1/5 14 reviews City Hall,City clerk's office,City government office
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Nearby stop 11 mi away

Town Hall Liquor And Bar

College Park , MD
8135 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740
Rating 4.3/5 319 reviews Liquor store,Bar
City of Rockville City Hall
Scenic stop 7.4 mi away

City of Rockville City Hall

Rockville , MD
111 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850, United States
Rating 4.5/5 4 reviews Park

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Brookeville.

RAIL

Rockville station

13 mi away
251 Hungerford Drive at Park Rd.
RAIL

New Carrollton station

30 mi away
4300 Garden City Drive
RAIL

BWI Rail Station

32 mi away
7 Amtrak Way
RAIL

Washington Union Station

32 mi away
50 Massachusetts Ave NE

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Cloverly and Olney. Straight-line distance: 4.84 mi (7.79 km).

Cloverly

#1 Cloverly

Community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States

Population15,126
Coordinates39.1081600, -76.9977500
Altitude159
CountryUnited States
Olney

#2 Olney

Unincorporated area of Montgomery County, Maryland, United States of America

Population33,844
Coordinates39.1531600, -77.0669200
Altitude165
CountryUnited States
Start: Briggs Chaney Road (-76.997553, 39.108411)
End: Georgia Avenue (-77.066929, 39.153178)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 9 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 10m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 08m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 05m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 04m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 03m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.19 gal
0.71 L ยท about $0.78
Round trip
$1.55
0.38 gal ยท 1.42 L
Estimated CO2
1.7 kg one way
Round trip: 3.4 kg / 7 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $4.09 $0.78 $1.55
Mid-grade $4.60 $0.87 $1.75
Premium $4.95 $0.94 $1.88
Diesel $5.98 $1.14 $2.27

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Maryland ยท Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Cloverly and Olney. The current time is 08:56:59.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.