Annapolis is about 22–25 miles (roughly 35–40 km) from Baltimore, depending on the route, and it typically takes around 35–45 minutes to drive in normal traffic.

Basic distance

  • Straight-line (as-the-crow-flies) distance is about 22 miles / 36 km between downtown Baltimore and Annapolis.
  • Typical driving routes (via I‑97 and US‑301/50) are about 25 miles by road.

Typical travel time

  • By car, many commuters report it as roughly a 30–40 minute drive in light to moderate traffic.
  • At peak rush-hour, it can stretch closer to 45–60 minutes , especially if there are delays near interchanges or bridges.

Transport options snapshot

  • Driving: Fastest and most common; direct via highways between the cities.
  • Bus: Regional buses can make the trip in about 55–60 minutes , with services running a few times a day on some routes.

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