How far is Laurel, MD from Hampstead, MD?
The driving distance from Laurel, MD to Hampstead, MD is about 44.7 miles (72 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m 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 01h 04m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Laurel and Hampstead.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Laurel and Hampstead.
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Start on the route
37 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight left onto Washington Boulevard
50 m · 6 sec · Washington Boulevard
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Turn right onto Compton Avenue
721 ft · 34 sec · Compton Avenue
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Turn right onto Fairlawn Avenue
97 m · 19 sec · Fairlawn Avenue
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Turn left onto Talbott Avenue
1814 ft · 57 sec · Talbott Avenue
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Turn right onto 7th Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · 7th Street
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North: Baltimore
1.4 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight left toward I 695 West: Towson
1.2 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
9.3 mi · 13 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
1.3 km · 1 min
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Continue on Northwest Expressway
8.3 mi · 10 min · Northwest Expressway
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Take the exit slight left toward MD 30 North: Hanover
2302 ft · 42 sec
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Continue on Butler Road
2487 ft · 41 sec · Butler Road
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Turn left onto Hanover Pike
7.4 mi · 12 min · Hanover Pike
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Hanover Pike
18 m · 1 sec · Hanover Pike
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Exit the roundabout onto Hanover Pike
1.4 km · 2 min · Hanover Pike
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Continue on Main Street
1.3 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn left onto Shiloh Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · Shiloh Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Shiloh Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Laurel and Hampstead.
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.
I 95 North
Merge slight left
12.6 mi · 00h 15m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Laurel and Rain Showers Likely near Hampstead.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Laurel to Hampstead?
The road trip is about 44.7 miles (72 km) and usually takes 01h 04m 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?
Lochearn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.4 miles from Laurel and 22.4 miles from Hampstead.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.9 miles (56.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.8 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 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.70 one way or $13.40 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Laurel and Rain Showers Likely near Hampstead.
Stop Ideas Near Lochearn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Pennsylvania Station
BWI Rail Station
New Carrollton station
Rockville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Laurel and Hampstead. Straight-line distance: 34.93 mi (56.21 km).
#1 Laurel
City in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 25,548 |
| Coordinates | 39.0992800, -76.8483100 |
| Altitude | 51 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hampstead
Town in Carroll County in the U.
| Population | 6,426 |
| Coordinates | 39.6048300, -76.8499800 |
| Altitude | 283 |
| Country | United States |
End: Hampstead (-76.84998, 39.60483)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 07m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
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 | $4.24 | $6.70 | $13.40 |
| Mid-grade | $4.84 | $7.65 | $15.30 |
| Premium | $5.15 | $8.13 | $16.26 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $10.05 | $20.10 |
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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