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Trip from New Mexico, MD to Oakland, MD

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 39m

Distance

69.8 mi

112 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$12

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 22 min
4 AM
1h 32m ★
6 AM
1h 39m
8 AM
1h 54m
10 AM
1h 45m
12 PM
1h 43m
3 PM
1h 45m
5 PM
1h 53m
8 PM
1h 35m

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

Downtown Oakland, MD, MD

Oakland, MD

Robert So

Trip Overview

If you are planning a trip from New Mexico to Oakland, Maryland, you are looking at a 69.8-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 39 minutes. Because of the manageable duration, this route works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight logistics. You should budget approximately $12 for fuel to complete the drive. Navigating through the Northeast region, you will utilize a mix of major arteries including I-97, the Baltimore Beltway, and the Northwest Expressway. It is a practical, efficient route that gets you between these two Maryland points without any required stops along the way.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

34.9 miles from New Mexico, MD

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 97 16.7 mi 19m
Baltimore Beltway 13.3 mi 18m
Northwest Expressway 9.2 mi 11m
Baltimore Boulevard 9.1 mi 13m
Muddy Creek Road 8.1 mi 12m
Solomons Island Road 3.4 mi 6m
Manchester Road 2.6 mi 4m
Westminster Pike 1.6 mi 2m
Longest stretch: I 97 — 16.7 mi, about 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between New Mexico, MD and Oakland, 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 1B Toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 695

13 mi · 18 min · Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min
Exit 4 Toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge Use the slight left lane.
11

Continue on I 97

8.9 mi · 10 min · I 97
Use the straight lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 97

7.8 mi · 8 min · I 97
Toward Bay Bridge
13

Keep slight left at fork

0.8 mi · 1 min
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
14

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 49 sec
Exit 22 Toward MD 665: Riva Road
15

Continue on MD 665

0.8 mi · 1 min · Aris T Allen Boulevard
16

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 44 sec
Toward MD 2: Parole, Edgewater Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn right onto MD 2

3.4 mi · 6 min · Solomons Island Road
Use the straight lane.
18

Turn left onto MD 214

1.4 mi · 2 min · Central Avenue
Use the left lane.
19

Turn right onto MD 468

8.1 mi · 12 min · Muddy Creek Road
20

Arrive at destination

MD 468

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have plenty of flexibility in your schedule to leave at a time that suits your personal pace. While the 1-hour and 39-minute duration is short enough to drive straight through, remember that there are no scheduled stops in this itinerary, so you should ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting the road. Keep a close eye on traffic patterns when merging onto the Baltimore Beltway, as conditions can shift quickly on such a major highway. Given the 69.8-mile distance, it is a great opportunity to enjoy a hassle-free drive without the need for extensive planning or multi-day preparation.

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 34.9 miles from New Mexico, MD, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.7 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 15 miles or 23m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 34.9 miles or 50m 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 Oakland, 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 69.8 miles and 1h 39m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 15 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 97 for about 16.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

census-designated place in Baltimore County, Maryland, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Catonsville, MD

35 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Owings Mills, MD

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Glen Burnie, MD

Meal break

The midpoint is around 34.9 miles from New Mexico, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Owings Mills, Maryland

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 20

Hours: 3–11 pm

+14108819098

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

0.4 mi

G & M Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

0.4 mi

Hook & Reel Cajun Seafood & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.1 mi from route Moderately mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: 3–11 pm

+14108819098

Visit website

Royal Spice Nepalese & Indian Restaurant & Bar

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 34.9

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–3 pm

+14105895166

Visit website

G & M Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour Moderately mile 34.9

Linthicum Heights, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14106361777

Visit website

Chef Paolino Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 29.9

Catonsville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+14107474949

Visit website

Irina's Crepes Cafe

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 39.9

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14105530955

Visit website

Jennings Cafe

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 29.9

Catonsville, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–2 pm

+14107443824

Visit website

Granny's Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $20 to $30 mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14106540101

Visit website

Italia's Corner Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 39.9

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+14106843817

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EVPassport Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+19292971722

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 34.9

Halethorpe, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVgo Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18774943833

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 20

Owings Mills, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 39.9

Glen Burnie, Maryland

+18882642208

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 39.9

Glen Burnie, Maryland

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Capital Hotel Annapolis

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 54.9

Annapolis, Maryland

+14438376481

Visit website

Wonderfly Arena - Arbutus

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 34.9

Arbutus, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14102042224

Visit website

Carroll Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+14103967931

Riverside Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+14103967931

Oriole Park at Camden Yards

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

+14106859800

Visit website

Baltimore Museum of Industry

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14107274808

Visit website

Masonville Cove Environmental Education Center

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14102460669

Visit website

Annapolis Eventours

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 54.9

Annapolis, Maryland

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+14435101348

Visit website

American Visionary Art Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 34.9

Baltimore, Maryland

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+14102441900

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 56.7 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
13.8 mi into trip | ~21m in | I 795 / Northwest Expressway

Keep slight left at fork onto I 795 / Northwest Expressway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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
37 mi into trip | ~53m in

Take the exit toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge

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

Use the slight left lane. Exit 4 Toward I 97 South: Annapolis, Bay Bridge
6
54.5 mi into trip | ~1h 13m in

Keep slight left at fork toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Annapolis, Bay...
7
56.7 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit toward MD 2: Parole, Edgewater

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward MD 2: Parole, Edgewater

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$11.57 one way

$23.14 round trip

$4.21/gal 25.4 MPG avg 24 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $4.61 $12.67 $25.35
premium $4.93 $13.54 $27.07
diesel $5.61 $15.41 $30.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$12

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$37–$62

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 24.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 20.9 0 $7.33 $3.35
Efficient EV 17.5 0 $6.11 $2.79
EV Truck/SUV 27.9 0 $9.77 $4.47

Gas CO2

24 kg

EV CO2

8 kg (67% 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 17, 2026

Origin

New Mexico, MD

Morning in New Mexico on Sunday

Local time

9:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

70°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Oakland, MD

Morning in Oakland on Sunday

Local time

9:45 AM

EDT

Current temp

74°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

4 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 39m 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?

Expect a mixed driving profile that keeps things interesting as you transition between different road types. Highway travel accounts for 37% of the total distance, providing enough speed to cover ground efficiently before you shift into more local driving conditions. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch on I-97, spanning 16.7 miles. The character of the road changes noticeably as you move off the larger interstates and onto the Northwest Expressway. This blend of high-speed transit and local navigation creates a varied experience that prevents the drive from feeling like a monotonous grind.

37% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.7 mi on I 97.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 13.8 miles in near I 795 / Northwest Expressway.

Driving Effort 10/10

Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 69.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 13.8 miles (I 795 / Northwest Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

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 Oakland, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Edgewater along the way.

Edgewater

56.7 mi in | ~1h 17m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 39m. Total distance: 69.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (37%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 16.7 miles on I 97. 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 Oakland, 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 13.8 miles (I 795 / Northwest Expressway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 23 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 37 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Oakland, 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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