Baltimore to Frederick: Road Trip Guide & Distance

43.5 miles 70 km · straight line
50 miles actual route 80.4 km · driving distance
1h 4min estimated drive time
$5 - $6 estimated fuel cost
~35min flight time · usually no direct flights
282° WNW bearing direction

How far is Baltimore from Frederick?

The distance from Baltimore to Frederick is 43.5 miles (70 km) as the crow flies. Frederick is located WNW of Baltimore. By car, the driving distance is approximately 50 miles, taking about 1h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 35min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Baltimore and Frederick. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Baltimore to Frederick

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 4min $5 - $6 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Baltimore & Frederick

Quick Facts

Baltimore
39.29°N, 76.61°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
Frederick
39.41°N, 77.41°W
America/New_York
87m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 15 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 4 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 572.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM