How far is Frederick, MD from Arden on the Severn, MD?
The driving distance from Frederick, MD to Arden on the Severn, MD is about 62.6 miles (100.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 19m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 50.6 miles (81.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 38m 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 01h 19m.
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.
Unincorporated community 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 Frederick and Arden on the Severn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Frederick and Arden on the Severn.
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Start on East Patrick Street
37 m · 8 sec · East Patrick Street
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Turn right onto North Market Street
133 m · 19 sec · North Market Street
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Turn right onto East Church Street
1577 ft · 48 sec · East Church Street
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Turn right onto North East Street
1 km · 2 min · North East Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Street
31 m · 2 sec · East Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Street
742 ft · 15 sec · East Street
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Continue on Buckeystown Pike
807 ft · 18 sec · Buckeystown Pike
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Take the ramp slight left toward I 70 East, US 40 East
1853 ft · 45 sec
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Merge slight left
21 mi · 23 min
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Continue straight
6.5 mi · 7 min
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Keep slight left to continue on Baltimore
9.1 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie
1056 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 695 South: Baltimore, Glen Burnie
2879 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
8.8 mi · 12 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight left toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
1.4 km · 1 min
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Continue straight
7.4 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Severna Park
2100 ft · 51 sec
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Continue on Benfield Boulevard
1227 ft · 25 sec · Benfield Boulevard
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Turn right onto Veterans Highway
1.7 mi · 3 min · Veterans Highway
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Turn left onto Generals Highway
1.6 mi · 3 min · Generals Highway
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Turn left onto Sunrise Beach Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Sunrise Beach Road
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Continue on Omar Drive
2736 ft · 1 min · Omar Drive
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Turn left onto Shore View Circle
17 m · 2 sec · Shore View Circle
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Shore View Circle
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Frederick and Arden on the Severn.
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 70 East
Merge slight left
21 mi · 00h 23m
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.
Partly Cloudy leaving Frederick and Mostly Sunny near Arden on the Severn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Frederick to Arden on the Severn?
The road trip is about 62.6 miles (100.7 km) and usually takes 01h 19m 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?
Ellicott City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 31.3 miles from Frederick and 31.3 miles from Arden on the Severn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 50.6 miles (81.4 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 3:52 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.03 one way or $18.06 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 19.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Cloudy around Frederick and Mostly Sunny near Arden on the Severn.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Frederick and Arden on the Severn. Straight-line distance: 50.6 mi (81.43 km).
#1 Frederick
The second most populous city in Frederick County, Maryland.
| Population | 73,308 |
| Coordinates | 39.4142700, -77.4105400 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Arden on the Severn
Census designated place
| Population | 1,953 |
| Coordinates | 39.0659400, -76.5788500 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
End: Arden on the Severn (-76.57885, 39.06594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 101 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 33m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 02m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 46m |
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 | $9.03 | $18.06 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $10.16 | $20.33 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $10.95 | $21.90 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $13.22 | $26.43 |
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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