How far is South Gate, MD from Woodlawn, MD?
The driving distance from South Gate, MD to Woodlawn, MD is about 18.5 miles (29.8 km), with a travel time of about 00h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14.5 miles (23.3 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 EST.
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 26m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
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Census designated place
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between South Gate and Woodlawn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between South Gate and Woodlawn.
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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
9.4 mi · 13 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 122: Woodlawn
1616 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MD 122 East: Woodlawn, Security Boulevard
744 ft · 18 sec
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Turn straight onto Security Boulevard
1983 ft · 52 sec · Security Boulevard
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Turn left onto Woodlawn Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · Woodlawn Drive
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Woodlawn Drive
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between South Gate and Woodlawn.
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 right onto Baltimore Beltway
9.38 mi · 00h 13m
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.
Sunny leaving South Gate and Sunny near Woodlawn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from South Gate to Woodlawn?
The road trip is about 18.5 miles (29.8 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?
Pumphrey is a useful midpoint, sitting about 9.3 miles from South Gate and 9.3 miles from Woodlawn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14.5 miles (23.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:38 PM EST.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.59 one way or $5.18 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 5.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around South Gate and Sunny near Woodlawn.
Stop Ideas Near Pumphrey
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 Pumphrey.
BWI Rail Station
Pennsylvania Station
New Carrollton station
Kent Island, MD
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between South Gate and Woodlawn. Straight-line distance: 14.47 mi (23.29 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 Woodlawn
Woodlawn is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.3228800, -76.7280300 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
End: Woodlawn Drive (-76.728138, 39.322977)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 30 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 18m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 13m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $3.92 | $2.59 | $5.18 |
| Mid-grade | $4.55 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
| Premium | $4.87 | $3.21 | $6.43 |
| Diesel | $6.28 | $4.14 | $8.29 |
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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