How far is Gwynn Oak, MD from North Bel Air, MD?
The driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to North Bel Air, MD is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23 miles (37 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 47m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gwynn Oak and North Bel Air.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gwynn Oak and North Bel Air.
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Start on the route
18 m · 6 sec
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Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
54 m · 8 sec · Haddon Avenue
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Turn right onto Hillsdale Road
1202 ft · 47 sec · Hillsdale Road
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Continue on Hillsdale Road
2597 ft · 2 min · Hillsdale Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Wabash Avenue
1374 ft · 41 sec · Wabash Avenue
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Turn slight right
563 ft · 21 sec
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Turn straight onto West Northern Parkway
2.9 mi · 6 min · West Northern Parkway
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Continue on West Northern Parkway
6.3 mi · 14 min · West Northern Parkway
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Continue on Fleetwood Avenue
2313 ft · 1 min · Fleetwood Avenue
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Turn left onto Belair Road
13.4 mi · 24 min · Belair Road
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Take the exit slight right
2.6 mi · 6 min
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Continue on Fulford Avenue
111 m · 18 sec · Fulford Avenue
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Turn left onto South Main Street
754 ft · 25 sec · South Main Street
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Keep slight right to continue on South Main Street
2394 ft · 1 min · South Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gwynn Oak and North Bel Air.
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.
Belair Road
Turn left onto Belair Road
13.4 mi · 00h 24m
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 Sunny then Chance Rain Showers leaving Gwynn Oak and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near North Bel Air.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gwynn Oak to North Bel Air?
The road trip is about 34.2 miles (55.1 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?
Carney is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13.7 miles from Gwynn Oak and 20.6 miles from North Bel Air.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23 miles (37 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.2 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 $4.94 one way or $9.89 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers around Gwynn Oak and Mostly Sunny then Chance Rain Showers near North Bel Air.
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 Gwynn Oak and North Bel Air. Straight-line distance: 23.02 mi (37.05 km).
#1 Gwynn Oak
A census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland.
| Population | 47,092 |
| Coordinates | 39.3326100, -76.6927500 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Bel Air
City in United States of America
| Population | 33,925 |
| Coordinates | 39.5398300, -76.3549600 |
| Altitude | 115 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Main Street (-76.3552, 39.539508)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 55 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 25m |
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 | $4.94 | $9.89 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.56 | $11.13 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $5.99 | $11.99 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.24 | $14.47 |
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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