How far is Rockville, MD from Cumberland, MD?
The driving distance from Rockville, MD to Cumberland, MD is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 94.5 miles (152.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Rockville and Cumberland.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rockville and Cumberland.
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Start on South Washington Street
19 m · 9 sec · South Washington Street
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Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
1021 ft · 28 sec · West Montgomery Avenue
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Turn straight onto West Jefferson Street
89 m · 11 sec · West Jefferson Street
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Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · West Montgomery Avenue
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 270 North: Frederick
1343 ft · 33 sec
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Merge slight left onto I 270 North
25.1 mi · 32 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Hagerstown, Baltimore
1986 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Hagerstown
1899 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight right
52.1 mi · 56 min
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Keep slight left to continue on US 40, I 68: Cumberland
36.8 mi · 40 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Downtown
943 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight right
46 m · 4 sec
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Turn slight right onto West Harrison Street
13 m · 6 sec · West Harrison Street
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Turn left onto South Centre Street
1193 ft · 42 sec · South Centre Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Centre Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Rockville and Cumberland.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 70 West
Merge slight right
52.1 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Sunny leaving Rockville and Sunny near Cumberland.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Rockville to Cumberland?
The road trip is about 116.4 miles (187.4 km) and usually takes 01h 50m 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?
Williamsport is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.2 miles from Rockville and 58.3 miles from Cumberland.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 94.5 miles (152.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.9 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 2:50 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $16.79 one way or $33.59 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Rockville and Sunny near Cumberland.
Stop Ideas Near Williamsport
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 Williamsport.
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Martinsburg station
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Harpers Ferry
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Rockville and Cumberland. Straight-line distance: 94.54 mi (152.15 km).
#1 Rockville
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 69,512 |
| Coordinates | 39.0840000, -77.1527600 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Cumberland
City in Allegany County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 19,131 |
| Coordinates | 39.6528700, -78.7625200 |
| Altitude | 191 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Centre Street (-78.762322, 39.652993)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 187 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 52m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $16.79 | $33.59 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $18.90 | $37.80 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $20.36 | $40.72 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $24.58 | $49.16 |
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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