How far is Dundalk, MD from Rockville, MD?
The driving distance from Dundalk, MD to Rockville, MD is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 57m 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 00h 58m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Howard County, Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Dundalk and Rockville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Dundalk and Rockville.
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Start on Dundalk Avenue
821 ft · 25 sec · Dundalk Avenue
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Turn left onto Dunhill Road
1003 ft · 34 sec · Dunhill Road
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Continue on Dunhill Road
55 m · 10 sec · Dunhill Road
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Turn right onto Broening Highway
1.3 mi · 3 min · Broening Highway
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Turn slight right
61 m · 8 sec
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Continue on Keith Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · Keith Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95
689 ft · 17 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 Toll South: Washington
2061 ft · 50 sec
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Merge slight left
24.3 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 200 Toll West
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Intercounty Connector
9.5 mi · 12 min · Intercounty Connector
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 97: Georgia Avenue, Olney, Wheaton
1708 ft · 42 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MD 97 South: Georgia Avenue South, Wheaton
2642 ft · 1 min
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Turn right onto Georgia Avenue
1.2 km · 1 min · Georgia Avenue
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Turn right onto Norbeck Road
3.6 mi · 6 min · Norbeck Road
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Continue on First Street
2575 ft · 57 sec · First Street
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Turn right onto Veirs Mill Road
2936 ft · 1 min · Veirs Mill Road
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Continue on East Jefferson Street
1622 ft · 54 sec · East Jefferson Street
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
91 m · 10 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Dundalk and Rockville.
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 95 Toll South
Merge slight left
24.3 mi · 00h 30m
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 Clear leaving Dundalk and Mostly Sunny near Rockville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Dundalk to Rockville?
The road trip is about 47.8 miles (76.9 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
North Laurel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Dundalk and 25.6 miles from Rockville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 12 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 4:32 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.91 one way or $13.81 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Dundalk and Mostly Sunny near Rockville.
Stop Ideas Near North Laurel
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Bowie
Riverdale Park Town Hall
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Laurel.
BWI Rail Station
New Carrollton station
Rockville station
Washington Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Dundalk and Rockville. Straight-line distance: 35.77 mi (57.57 km).
#1 Dundalk
Census-designated place in Maryland, United States
| Population | 63,597 |
| Coordinates | 39.2506600, -76.5205200 |
| Altitude | 5 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockville
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 69,512 |
| Coordinates | 39.0840000, -77.1527600 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Washington Street (-77.152887, 39.083997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 77 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 47m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 35m |
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 | $6.91 | $13.81 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $7.77 | $15.54 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $8.37 | $16.74 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $10.11 | $20.21 |
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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