How far is Fallston, MD from Gwynn Oak, MD?
The driving distance from Fallston, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 45m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 31m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 45m.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Fallston and Gwynn Oak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fallston and Gwynn Oak.
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Start on Old Fallston Road
81 m · 12 sec · Old Fallston Road
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Turn left onto Watervale Road
939 ft · 29 sec · Watervale Road
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Turn right onto Fallston Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Fallston Road
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Turn right onto Harford Road
4.3 mi · 7 min · Harford Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Harford Road
25 m · 3 sec · Harford Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Harford Road
6.3 mi · 12 min · Harford Road
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Turn right onto East Joppa Road
1.3 mi · 3 min · East Joppa Road
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Turn left onto Perring Parkway
2.7 mi · 5 min · Perring Parkway
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Turn slight right
996 ft · 34 sec
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Turn straight onto East Northern Parkway
4.9 mi · 11 min · East Northern Parkway
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Turn left onto West Belvedere Avenue
1.7 mi · 5 min · West Belvedere Avenue
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Turn right onto Belvieu Avenue
1108 ft · 43 sec · Belvieu Avenue
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Turn left onto Eldorado Avenue
2977 ft · 2 min · Eldorado Avenue
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Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
706 ft · 26 sec · Haddon Avenue
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Turn right
18 m · 4 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 Fallston and Gwynn Oak.
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.
Harford Road
Exit the roundabout onto Harford Road
6.26 mi · 00h 12m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Fallston and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gwynn Oak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Fallston to Gwynn Oak?
The road trip is about 30.1 miles (48.4 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Carney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11.9 miles from Fallston and 18.2 miles from Gwynn Oak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 19.6 miles (31.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.33 one way or $8.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Fallston and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Gwynn Oak.
Stop Ideas Near Carney
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Fallston and Gwynn Oak. Straight-line distance: 19.6 mi (31.54 km).
#1 Fallston
Census designated place
| Population | 8,958 |
| Coordinates | 39.5145500, -76.4110700 |
| Altitude | 142 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gwynn Oak
A census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland.
| Population | 47,092 |
| Coordinates | 39.3326100, -76.6927500 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.692724, 39.332601)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 48 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 22m |
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 | $4.33 | $8.66 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.87 | $9.75 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.25 | $10.50 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $6.34 | $12.68 |
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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