How far is Scaggsville, MD from Gwynn Oak, MD?
The driving distance from Scaggsville, MD to Gwynn Oak, MD is about 21.4 miles (34.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
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Halfway Point
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Unincorporated community in Howard County, Maryland, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Scaggsville and Gwynn Oak.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Scaggsville and Gwynn Oak.
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Start on the route
1047 ft · 20 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward the route
142 m · 8 sec
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Exit the roundabout
1650 ft · 31 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward US 29 North
101 m · 6 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto US 29 North
2005 ft · 55 sec
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Merge slight left onto Columbia Pike
10.8 mi · 14 min · Columbia Pike
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East: Baltimore
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left
6 mi · 7 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Security Boulevard
1469 ft · 36 sec
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Turn straight onto Security Boulevard
916 ft · 22 sec · Security Boulevard
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Turn right onto North Forest Park Avenue
1.4 mi · 4 min · North Forest Park Avenue
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Turn slight left onto Hillsdale Road
1.5 km · 3 min · Hillsdale Road
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Turn right onto Haddon Avenue
54 m · 11 sec · Haddon Avenue
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Turn left
18 m · 4 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 Scaggsville and Gwynn Oak.
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.
Columbia Pike
Merge slight left onto Columbia Pike
10.8 mi · 00h 14m
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 Rain Showers leaving Scaggsville and Chance Rain Showers near Gwynn Oak.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Scaggsville to Gwynn Oak?
The road trip is about 21.4 miles (34.4 km) and usually takes 00h 26m 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?
Ellicott City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 10.7 miles from Scaggsville and 10.7 miles from Gwynn Oak.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 17.1 miles (27.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.3 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.22 one way or $6.44 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 6.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Scaggsville and Chance Rain Showers near Gwynn Oak.
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Scaggsville and Gwynn Oak. Straight-line distance: 17.06 mi (27.46 km).
#1 Scaggsville
Scaggsville is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.1451100, -76.9002500 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gwynn Oak
A census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland.
| Population | 47,092 |
| Coordinates | 39.3326100, -76.6927500 |
| Altitude | 130 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-76.692724, 39.332601)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 34 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 25m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 16m |
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 | $3.22 | $6.44 |
| Mid-grade | $4.84 | $3.68 | $7.36 |
| Premium | $5.15 | $3.91 | $7.82 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $4.84 | $9.67 |
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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