How far is Elkton, MD from Essex, MD?
Fastest route
Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Elkton, Maryland 21921, to Essex, Maryland 21221, which is approximately 46.9 miles (75.4 kilometers) away.
Directions
- 🚗 Head southeast on N Bridge St toward W Main St.
- 🚗 Turn right at the 1st cross street onto W Main St.
- 🚗 Turn left onto Landing Ln.
- 🚗 Follow US-40 W to MD-7 W/Old Philadelphia Rd/Philadelphia Rd in Perryman.
- 🚗 Continue straight to stay on US-40 W.
- 🚗 Turn right onto MD-7 W/Old Philadelphia Rd/Philadelphia Rd.
- 🚗 Continue to follow Philadelphia Rd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto MD-543 N/Riverside Pkwy.
- 🚗 Merge onto I-95 S.
- 🚗 Take the MD-150 W/Eastern Blvd exit from MD-702 S.
- 🚗 Follow MD-150 W/Eastern Blvd to your destination.
- 🚗 Merge onto MD-150 W/Eastern Blvd.
- 🚗 Turn right onto N Woodward Dr.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🛣️ Use US-40 W and I-95 S for the fastest route.
- ⛽ It's a good idea to refuel your car before starting the journey.
- ☕ Consider taking a coffee break along the way to stay alert and refreshed.
- 🚓 Observe speed limits and traffic rules to ensure a safe trip.
- 📱 Use a GPS or navigation app to stay on the right track and avoid getting lost.
- 🚧 Check for real-time traffic updates to plan for any potential delays.
- 🚙 Take some snacks and water with you to stay nourished during the drive.
Reverse, save, or send this route
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 53m.
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.
City in Harford County, Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Elkton and Essex.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Elkton and Essex.
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Start on North Bridge Street
31 m · 8 sec · North Bridge Street
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Turn right onto West Main Street
1737 ft · 1 min · West Main Street
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Turn left onto Landing Lane
787 ft · 27 sec · Landing Lane
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Turn right onto West Pulaski Highway
5.1 mi · 9 min · West Pulaski Highway
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Continue on Pulaski Highway
1.3 km · 56 sec · Pulaski Highway
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Turn right onto North East Road
1.7 mi · 3 min · North East Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 South: Baltimore
885 ft · 22 sec
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Continue on I 95 South: Baltimore
2101 ft · 51 sec
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Keep slight left
3195 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
31.2 mi · 36 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
3.2 mi · 4 min · John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 695: Essex, Towson
2225 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 695 East: Essex
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on Southeast Freeway
1.3 mi · 2 min · Southeast Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 150 West: Essex
2480 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Eastern Boulevard
1.5 km · 2 min · Eastern Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Woodward Drive
57 m · 14 sec · North Woodward Drive
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Turn left
100 m · 24 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Elkton and Essex.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto John F. Kennedy Memorial Highway
31.2 mi · 00h 36m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers leaving Elkton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Essex.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Elkton to Essex?
The road trip is about 53.1 miles (85.5 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Aberdeen is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.5 miles from Elkton and 28.5 miles from Essex.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 40 miles (64.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.1 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 4:42 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.68 one way or $15.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers around Elkton and Showers And Thunderstorms Likely near Essex.
Stop Ideas Near Aberdeen
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 Aberdeen.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Elkton and Essex. Straight-line distance: 39.93 mi (64.26 km).
#1 Elkton
Town in northeast Maryland, United States
| Population | 15,665 |
| Coordinates | 39.6067800, -75.8332700 |
| Altitude | 8 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Essex
This Baltimore County community is situated at an elevation of 39 feet.
| Population | 1,832,752 |
| Coordinates | 39.3092700, -76.4749600 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.474993, 39.309318)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 85 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 46m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 39m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $7.68 | $15.36 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $8.65 | $17.29 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $9.31 | $18.63 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $11.24 | $22.48 |
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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