How far is Fairplay, MD from Williamsport, MD?
The driving distance from Fairplay, MD to Williamsport, MD is about 7.5 miles (12 km), with a travel time of about 00h 14m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 29m 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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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fairplay and Williamsport.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairplay and Williamsport.
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Start on Fairplay Road
26 m · 11 sec · Fairplay Road
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Turn left onto Spielman Road
6.2 mi · 11 min · Spielman Road
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Turn left
1.2 mi · 2 min
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Turn right onto East Potomac Street
67 m · 4 sec · East Potomac Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Potomac Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Fairplay and Williamsport.
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.
Spielman Road
Turn left onto Spielman Road
6.2 mi · 00h 11m
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.
Rain Showers Likely leaving Fairplay and Chance Rain Showers near Williamsport.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fairplay to Williamsport?
The road trip is about 7.5 miles (12 km) and usually takes 00h 14m 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?
Halfway is a useful midpoint, sitting about 3.7 miles from Fairplay and 3.7 miles from Williamsport.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 5.9 miles (9.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 1.6 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:00 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $1.06 one way or $2.12 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 2.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers Likely around Fairplay and Chance Rain Showers near Williamsport.
Stop Ideas Near Halfway
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fairplay and Williamsport. Straight-line distance: 5.9 mi (9.49 km).
#1 Fairplay
Fairplay is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.5364900, -77.7474900 |
| Altitude | 143 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Williamsport
Town of the United States
| Population | 2,074 |
| Coordinates | 39.6006500, -77.8205500 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Potomac Street (-77.820546, 39.600474)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 12 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 11m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 08m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 07m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 05m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $1.06 | $2.12 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $1.20 | $2.39 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $1.29 | $2.58 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $1.55 | $3.11 |
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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