How far is South Gate, MD from Hagerstown, MD?
The driving distance from South Gate, MD to Hagerstown, MD is about 79.3 miles (127.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 24m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.4 miles (110 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 48m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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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 01h 24m.
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
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Surry County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Gate and Hagerstown.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Gate and Hagerstown.
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Start on Nolfield Drive
1448 ft · 2 min · Nolfield Drive
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Phirne Road
1.1 km · 3 min · Phirne Road
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Turn left onto Crain Highway South
2688 ft · 1 min · Crain Highway South
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Take the ramp straight toward I 97 North: Baltimore
1853 ft · 28 sec
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Merge slight left
4.4 mi · 5 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
1.1 mi · 1 min
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Merge slight right onto Baltimore Beltway
8.9 mi · 12 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
951 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 70 West: Frederick
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
14.1 mi · 15 min
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Continue straight
11.8 mi · 13 min
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Continue straight
33.2 mi · 36 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
2556 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto Dual Highway
3.1 mi · 6 min · Dual Highway
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Continue on East Franklin Street
1711 ft · 40 sec · East Franklin Street
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Turn left onto North Potomac Street
551 ft · 18 sec · North Potomac Street
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Turn left onto East Washington Street
36 m · 4 sec · East Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Gate and Hagerstown.
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
Continue straight
33.2 mi · 00h 36m
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 South Gate and Sunny near Hagerstown.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Gate to Hagerstown?
The road trip is about 79.3 miles (127.7 km) and usually takes 01h 24m 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?
Mount Airy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.1 miles from South Gate and 39.3 miles from Hagerstown.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.4 miles (110 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 3:42 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $10.98 one way or $21.97 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Gate and Sunny near Hagerstown.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Airy
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 Mount Airy.
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Rockville station
BWI Rail Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Gate and Hagerstown. Straight-line distance: 68.33 mi (109.97 km).
#1 South Gate
South Gate is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.1290000, -76.6258000 |
| Altitude | 16 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Hagerstown
The seat of Washington County, Maryland.
| Population | 39,918 |
| Coordinates | 39.6417600, -77.7199900 |
| Altitude | 164 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Washington Street (-77.719923, 39.641844)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 128 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 59m |
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 | $3.92 | $10.98 | $21.97 |
| Mid-grade | $4.55 | $12.74 | $25.47 |
| Premium | $4.87 | $13.63 | $27.27 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $17.58 | $35.16 |
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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