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Trip from Essex, MD to New Mexico, MD

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 5m

Distance

44.6 mi

72 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 16 min
4 AM
1h 0m ★
6 AM
1h 5m
8 AM
1h 16m
10 AM
1h 9m
12 PM
1h 8m
3 PM
1h 9m
5 PM
1h 15m
8 PM
1h 2m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown New Mexico, MD, MD

New Mexico, MD

B. Kane

Trip Overview

Essex, MD to New Mexico, MD is 44.6 miles and takes about 1h 5m via Baltimore Beltway and Northwest Expressway, with a fuel budget near $7 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a short trip entirely within Maryland's Northeast region, suitable for a single day. You'll primarily be on surface roads, making it a straightforward drive for local travel. Consider this route for its ease and minimal time commitment.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Baltimore Beltway 18.2 mi 24m
Baltimore Boulevard 9.1 mi 13m
Northwest Expressway 9.1 mi 11m
Manchester Road 2.4 mi 3m
Westminster Pike 1.7 mi 2m
Southeast Freeway 1.6 mi 2m
Eastern Boulevard 1.1 mi 2m
Guadelupe Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Baltimore Beltway — 18.2 mi, about 24m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Essex, MD and New Mexico, MD.

1

Start on this road

327 ft · 25 sec · this road
2

Turn right onto North Woodward Drive

187 ft · 10 sec · North Woodward Drive
3

Turn left onto MD 150

1.1 mi · 2 min · Eastern Boulevard
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Toward MD 702 North: Beltway Use the straight / right lanes.
5

Merge onto MD 702

1.6 mi · 2 min · Southeast Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Merge onto I 695

18 mi · 24 min · Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 38 sec
Exit 19 Toward I 795: Owings Mills, Reisterstown Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Continue on I 795

8.3 mi · 10 min · Northwest Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on I 795

0.7 mi · 56 sec · Northwest Expressway
Exit 9B Toward MD 140 West: Westminster
10

Merge onto MD 140

1.7 mi · 2 min · Westminster Pike
11

Continue on MD 140

9.1 mi · 13 min · Baltimore Boulevard
Use the right lane.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Use the right lane.
13

Keep slight right at fork

427 ft · 11 sec
14

Turn straight onto MD 27

2.4 mi · 3 min · Manchester Road
15

Turn left onto Guadelupe Drive

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Guadelupe Drive
16

Arrive at destination

Guadelupe Drive

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

census-designated place in Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Pikesville, MD

22 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Popular next leg

Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD

25 mi · 38m

Pacing Suggestions

Carney, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 10 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Pikesville, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 22.3 miles from Essex, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 9

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 21.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | North Woodward Drive

Turn right onto North Woodward Drive

Navigation decision point

5
1.2 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward MD 702 North: Beltway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward MD 702 North: Beltway
5
1.6 mi into trip | ~4m in | MD 702 / Southeast Freeway

Merge onto MD 702 / Southeast Freeway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
3.2 mi into trip | ~6m in | I 695 / Baltimore Beltway

Merge onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
21.4 mi into trip | ~31m in

Take the exit toward I 795: Owings Mills, Reisterstown

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 19 Toward I 795: Owings Mills, Reisterstown

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$7.39 one way

$14.79 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 16 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $8.10 $16.20
premium $4.93 $8.65 $17.30
diesel $5.61 $9.85 $19.69

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$7

Estimated CO2 emission: 15.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 13.4 0 $4.68 $2.14
Efficient EV 11.2 0 $3.90 $1.78
EV Truck/SUV 17.8 0 $6.24 $2.85

Gas CO2

16 kg

EV CO2

5 kg (69% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026

Origin

Essex, MD

Morning in Essex on Tuesday

Local time

10:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

64°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

New Mexico, MD

Morning in New Mexico on Tuesday

Local time

10:08 AM

EDT

Current temp

62°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

2 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

1h 5m on the road

Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is mostly surface roads, with about 24% on highways. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 18.2 miles on the Baltimore Beltway. Expect a mix of urban and suburban driving as you transition from the Baltimore Beltway to Baltimore Boulevard and then the Northwest Expressway. Keep an eye out for frequent exits and merges as you navigate these busier roadways.

Only 24% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 18.2 mi on Baltimore Beltway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near North Woodward Drive.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 44.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Woodward Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (MD 702 / Southeast Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Essex, MD to New Mexico, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Reisterstown along the way.

Reisterstown

21.4 mi in | ~31m

About the Cities

Starting in Essex, MD

Full guide →

Southeast Baltimore, fittingly, covers the areas in the southeast of Baltimore, ranging from industrial wastelands to charming neighborhoods both quiet and hip.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 5m. Total distance: 44.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 5m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 18.2 miles on Baltimore Beltway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at New Mexico, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (North Woodward Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.6 miles (MD 702 / Southeast Freeway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at New Mexico, MD before heading back.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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