Rules for Driving in Baltimore

Stay safe in your Baltimore car hire with our guide to the rules for driving in Baltimore.

 
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Stay safe and on the right side of the law in Baltimore with our useful guide to the “dos and don’ts” of Baltimore car hire.

Driving in Baltimore is exactly the same as in Britain; be careful in Baltimore, and obey the law.

The biggest difference between driving in Baltimore and in Britain is the fact that people in Baltimore drive on the "wrong" side of the road. In Baltimore, for the first couple of miles of Baltimore car hire this can feel strange, so stick to quiet Baltimore roads until you're used to it.

Most people arrange automatic car hire in Baltimore, as not using the gears makes driving easier in Baltimore.

Speed Limits in Baltimore

On Interstate roads around Baltimore, speed limits are between 55 and 75 mph. In Baltimore itself, speed limits are around 45mph. Speed limits in Baltimore are posted along the side of all roads. In Baltimore if you break the speed limit, the Baltimore police can fine you on the spot.

Drink Driving in Baltimore

Drink driving is a serious offence in Baltimore, and conviction results in a fine and prison. In Baltimore, you can have some alcohol before driving in Baltimore, but you shouldn't drink before driving. If you crash in Baltimore whilst under the influence, your insurance won't be valid.

General hints for driving your hire car in Baltimore

  • In Baltimore, drive on the right, and overtake on the left. In Baltimore, "undertaking" is a traffic offence, and is punished with a fine.
  • If in Baltimore you see a school bus stop in Baltimore to pick up or drop off, wait for it to continue before passing.
  • In Baltimore you must always wear a seat belt while driving in Baltimore.
  • When approaching a junction on an Interstate near Baltimore, don't slow down until you have entered the "deceleration lane".
  • In Baltimore if you approach a set of traffic lights on red in Baltimore, you can turn right if the traffic is clear.
  • Speed limits and distances on signs in Baltimore are in miles, and petrol is sold in gallons at all Baltimore fuel stations.
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