How far is Odenton, MD from Silver Spring, MD?
Fastest route
To travel from Odenton, Maryland, to Silver Spring, Maryland, the fastest route is approximately 42 minutes (27.7 miles) via MD-32 W and I-95 S.
Directions
- Head northeast on 1st Ave/Piney Orchard Pkwy toward Odenton Rd.
- Continue to follow Piney Orchard Pkwy.
- Use the left 2 lanes to turn left onto MD-175 W/Annapolis Rd.
- Use the right lane to merge onto MD-32 W via the ramp to Columbia.
- Continue on MD-32 W, then take I-95 S to MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave in Hillandale.
- Take exit 28B from I-495 W.
- Merge onto MD-650 S/New Hampshire Ave, follow MD-320 S/Piney Branch Rd and Sligo Ave to your destination in Silver Spring.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your trip during off-peak hours to avoid traffic congestion.
- ⛽️ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
- 🗺️ Use a reliable GPS or map application to navigate the route.
- 🚦 Stay alert and obey all traffic signals and road signs.
- 🍴 Consider taking snacks and water for the journey, especially if it's a long drive.
- 🕑 Check real-time traffic updates before starting your trip for any potential delays.
- 🛣️ Familiarize yourself with the route in advance to feel more confident during the drive.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 37m.
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Halfway Point
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City in Prince George's County, Maryland, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Odenton and Silver Spring.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Odenton and Silver Spring.
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Start on Piney Orchard Parkway
1210 ft · 33 sec · Piney Orchard Parkway
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Turn left onto Annapolis Road
1.1 mi · 2 min · Annapolis Road
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Take the ramp slight right toward MD 32 West: Columbia
1586 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto Patuxent Freeway
2 mi · 3 min · Patuxent Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 198: Fort Meade, Laurel
1629 ft · 40 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward the route
79 m · 5 sec
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Exit the roundabout
579 ft · 10 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Laurel Fort Meade Road
26 m · 2 sec · Laurel Fort Meade Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Laurel Fort Meade Road
2.6 mi · 4 min · Laurel Fort Meade Road
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Turn left onto MD 295: Washington
1656 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
4.6 mi · 6 min · Baltimore-Washington Parkway
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Take the exit slight right toward Powder Mill Road, Beltsville
1621 ft · 42 sec
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Turn right onto Powder Mill Road
3.2 mi · 6 min · Powder Mill Road
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Turn left onto Baltimore Avenue
1.5 mi · 3 min · Baltimore Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 95 North, I 495 West: Silver Spring, Baltimore
1273 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
3134 ft · 41 sec · Capital Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on Capital Beltway
4.2 mi · 5 min · Capital Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward US 29 South: Silver Spring
1216 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left onto Colesville Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Colesville Road
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Turn left onto Georgia Avenue
2287 ft · 59 sec · Georgia Avenue
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Continue on Georgia Avenue
28 m · 10 sec · Georgia Avenue
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Turn right
48 m · 14 sec
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Turn right
26 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Odenton and Silver Spring.
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-Washington Parkway
Merge slight left onto Baltimore-Washington Parkway
4.6 mi · 00h 06m
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.
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Odenton and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Silver Spring.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Odenton to Silver Spring?
The road trip is about 28 miles (45 km) and usually takes 00h 37m 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?
Greenbelt is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12 miles from Odenton and 16 miles from Silver Spring.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 18.6 miles (30 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.4 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 EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.05 one way or $8.09 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Odenton and Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms near Silver Spring.
Stop Ideas Near Greenbelt
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
United States Capitol
D C Government
THEARC: Town Hall Education Arts Recreation Campus
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Greenbelt.
New Carrollton station
Washington Union Station
Rockville station
BWI Rail Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Odenton and Silver Spring. Straight-line distance: 18.63 mi (29.99 km).
#1 Odenton
Census designated place
| Population | 37,132 |
| Coordinates | 39.0840000, -76.7002500 |
| Altitude | 47 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Silver Spring
A city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 71,452 |
| Coordinates | 38.9906700, -77.0260900 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-77.026096, 38.9908)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 45 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 41m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 33m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 23m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 20m |
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 | $4.05 | $8.09 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.55 | $9.11 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.90 | $9.81 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.92 | $11.84 |
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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