Spanning 71.5 miles through Maryland, this trip from New Mexico to Forestville is a straightforward journey typically taking about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Because the drive is relatively short, you can easily complete it as a single-day excursion without needing to book an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance. Navigating this route involves sticking to local roads, including Manchester Road, Railroad Avenue, and Baltimore Boulevard, rather than major interstates. It serves as a practical, direct link between these two Northeast locations, making it an efficient option for travelers who prefer local roads over high-speed highway travel.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.8 miles from New Mexico, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 51m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 95
37.1 mi
45m
Northwest Expressway
9.2 mi
11m
Baltimore Beltway
9.2 mi
12m
Baltimore Boulevard
9.1 mi
13m
Manchester Road
2.6 mi
4m
Westminster Pike
1.6 mi
2m
Guadelupe Drive
0.2 mi
<1m
Forestville Road
0.2 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 95
— 37.1 mi, about 45m
Traffic on I-95
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 46 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
7 AM
~6,197 veh/hr typical
· worst 7,804
Quietest
2 AM
~671 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
9.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Mexico, MD and Forestville, MD.
1
Start on Guadelupe Drive
0.2 mi·51 sec·Guadelupe Drive
2
Turn right onto MD 27
2.6 mi·4 min·Manchester Road
3
Continue on MD 27
377 ft·11 sec·Railroad Avenue
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi·37 sec
5
Merge onto MD 97; MD 140
9.1 mi·13 min·Baltimore Boulevard
Use the right lane.
6
Continue on MD 140
1.6 mi·2 min·Westminster Pike
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 795
9.2 mi·11 min·Northwest Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 1BToward I 695 South: Glen BurnieUse the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 695
9.2 mi·12 min·Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·26 sec
Exit 11A; 11BToward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, WashingtonUse the slight right lane.
11
Keep slight right at fork
348 ft·8 sec
Exit 11BToward I 95 South: WashingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 95 South: WashingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 95
37 mi·45 min·I 95
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi·48 sec
Exit 11BToward MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, WashingtonUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto MD 4
524 ft·8 sec·Pennsylvania Avenue
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward Marlboro Pike
17
Turn straight onto Forestville Road
0.2 mi·26 sec·Forestville Road
18
Turn left onto Marlboro Pike
353 ft·12 sec·Marlboro Pike
19
Turn left onto Pumphrey Drive
74 ft·9 sec·Pumphrey Drive
20
Turn left
40 ft·3 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this 71.5-mile drive is entirely local and contains no highway stretches, leave during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion on the main roads. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, as the short duration allows you to depart whenever it best suits your schedule without worrying about complex overnight planning. Because there are no scheduled stops in the data provided, ensure your vehicle is fueled up before you depart to stay within your $12 fuel budget. A concrete tip for this specific drive: keep a close watch on your GPS when transitioning between Manchester Road and Railroad Avenue, as the turn-heavy nature of the route can make it easy to miss a junction if you aren't paying attention to the local signage.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.8 miles from New Mexico, MD, or about 51m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 16 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.8 miles or 51m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Forestville, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving New Mexico, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from New Mexico, MD
This is one driving day of about 71.5 miles and 1h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from New Mexico, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 95 for about 37.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 23 and 70.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
23 mi into trip|~33m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1B
Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
8
32.9 mi into trip|~47m in
Take the exit toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 11A; 11B
Toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washi...
9
33.1 mi into trip|~48m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 11B
Toward I 95 South: Washington
7
33.2 mi into trip|~48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 95 South: Washington
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 95 South: Washington
8
70.6 mi into trip|~1h 34m in
Take the exit toward MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Washington
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 11B
Toward MD 4 North/West: Pennsylvania Avenue, Wa...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.64 one way
$25.29 round trip
$4.49/gal25.4 MPG avg25 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.92
$13.85
$27.70
premium
$5.24
$14.76
$29.52
diesel
$5.35
$15.06
$30.12
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 25 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
21.5
0
$7.51
$3.43
Efficient EV
17.9
0
$6.26
$2.86
EV Truck/SUV
28.6
0
$10.01
$4.58
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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 Jun 1, 2026
Origin
New Mexico, MD
Afternoon
in New Mexico on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Mostly Sunny
N 7 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Forestville, MD
Afternoon
in Forestville on Wednesday
Local time
4:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
78°F
Mostly Sunny
N 2 to 9 mph1% chanceLive forecast
62°F
Lansdowne, MD
36 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
3 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 37m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
17 mi from route
~42 min detour
$20
near mile 54.3
During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...
27 mi from route
~67 min detour
Free
near mile 4.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous highway cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend the entire 1 hour and 37 minutes on local thoroughfares, requiring your full attention as you navigate the frequent transitions between Manchester Road, Railroad Avenue, and Baltimore Boulevard. Since there are no designated stops, the journey remains a continuous, focused drive from start to finish. The character of the road is defined by its technical nature, which offers a much different experience than the typical interstate grind. Be prepared for a steady pace that demands consistent engagement with the road conditions throughout the 71.5-mile stretch.
65% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
21 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37.1 mi on I 95.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 95 and Northwest Expressway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 23 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.5 miles you will encounter 16 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 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
847 ft118 ft
Total Climb
421 ft
Total Descent
990 ft
Highest Point
847 ft
Elevation Range
729 ft
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 New Mexico, MD to Forestville, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Washington along the way.
Washington
32.9 mi in|~47m
Detours Along the Way
Tagged by where each one fits in your drive — first break, midpoint, final stretch.
New Mexico (Spanish: Nuevo México), the Land of Enchantment, is a state in the American Southwest. It became a Spanish colony after conquistadors arrived in the 16th century, then a Mexican territory until the Mexican-American War of the 1840s, and then an American territory until it achieved statehood in 1912. New Mexico still has a large native Spanish-speaking population and many Native American communities, offering a unique culture that clearly stands apart from that of other states. Spanish is the official second language. A visitor to New Mexico will also discover fantastic natural scenery, a major fine arts scene centered around Santa Fe, great outdoor recreational opportunities, and a distinctive regional cuisine.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 71.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (65%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37.1 miles on I 95. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 3 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Forestville, 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 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 32.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park and Monocacy National Battlefield. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Forestville, MD before heading back.
