How far is Leonardtown, MD from Rodo Beach, MD?
The driving distance from Leonardtown, MD to Rodo Beach, MD is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 43m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 27m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EST.
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This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Leonardtown and Rodo Beach.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Leonardtown and Rodo Beach.
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Start on Fenwick Street
3040 ft · 1 min · Fenwick Street
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Turn right onto Point Lookout Road
25 mi · 40 min · Point Lookout Road
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Turn straight onto Scotland Beach Road
565 ft · 28 sec · Scotland Beach Road
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Turn left onto Rodo Beach Road
2727 ft · 2 min · Rodo Beach Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Chesapeake Bay Drive
33 m · 5 sec · Chesapeake Bay Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Chesapeake Bay Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Leonardtown and Rodo Beach.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Point Lookout Road
Turn right onto Point Lookout Road
25 mi · 00h 40m
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.
Sunny leaving Leonardtown and Sunny near Rodo Beach.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Leonardtown to Rodo Beach?
The road trip is about 26.2 miles (42.1 km) and usually takes 00h 43m 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?
Lexington Park is a useful midpoint, sitting about 13 miles from Leonardtown and 13.1 miles from Rodo Beach.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.1 miles (35.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.1 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:02 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.61 one way or $7.23 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Leonardtown and Sunny near Rodo Beach.
Stop Ideas Near Lexington Park
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Lexington Park.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Leonardtown and Rodo Beach. Straight-line distance: 22.08 mi (35.53 km).
#1 Leonardtown
Town in Maryland, United States
| Population | 3,912 |
| Coordinates | 38.2912400, -76.6357900 |
| Altitude | 26 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rodo Beach
Rodo Beach is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.0792900, -76.3316100 |
| Altitude | 1 |
| Country | United States |
End: Rodo Beach (-76.33161, 38.07929)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 42 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.93 | $3.61 | $7.23 |
| Mid-grade | $4.55 | $4.19 | $8.38 |
| Premium | $4.87 | $4.48 | $8.96 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $5.78 | $11.56 |
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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