How far is Lochearn, MD from North Bel Air, MD?
The driving distance from Lochearn, MD to North Bel Air, MD is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 23.9 miles (38.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m 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 48m.
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Halfway Point
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Chance Rain Showers
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lochearn and North Bel Air.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lochearn and North Bel Air.
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Start on Liberty Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Liberty Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 695 North: Towson
2922 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
15.2 mi · 21 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on White Marsh Boulevard
1.8 mi · 3 min · White Marsh Boulevard
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Turn left onto US 1 North: Perry Hall
1373 ft · 38 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on US 1 North: Perry Hall
535 ft · 15 sec
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Merge slight left onto Belair Road
10.8 mi · 19 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 Lochearn 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.
Baltimore Beltway
Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
15.2 mi · 00h 21m
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 Lochearn and Mostly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near North Bel Air.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lochearn to North Bel Air?
The road trip is about 32.4 miles (52.2 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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 16.5 miles from Lochearn and 15.9 miles from North Bel Air.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 23.9 miles (38.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 8.5 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 4:54 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.83 one way or $9.67 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Lochearn and Mostly Sunny then Rain Showers Likely near North Bel Air.
Stop Ideas Near Carney
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 Carney.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lochearn and North Bel Air. Straight-line distance: 23.95 mi (38.54 km).
#1 Lochearn
Census designated place
| Population | 25,333 |
| Coordinates | 39.3406600, -76.7221900 |
| Altitude | 126 |
| 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: 52 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 04m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 48m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
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 | $4.83 | $9.67 |
| Mid-grade | $4.84 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
| Premium | $5.15 | $5.87 | $11.73 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $7.25 | $14.51 |
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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