Origin
New Mexico, MD
Afternoon in New Mexico on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from New Mexico, MD to Rossville, 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 2m
Distance
43.1 mi
69 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 57m
★
6 AM
1h 2m
8 AM
1h 12m
10 AM
1h 6m
12 PM
1h 5m
3 PM
1h 6m
5 PM
1h 12m
8 PM
0h 59m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
New Mexico, MD
B. Kane
Rossville, MD
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Trip Overview
If you are planning to travel from New Mexico, MD to Rossville, MD, you are looking at a manageable 43.1-mile journey that typically takes about one hour and two minutes to complete. Because of the relatively short distance, this trip is perfectly suited as a one-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You can expect to spend approximately $7 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your regional travels within the Northeast. Navigating this path involves a mix of the Baltimore Beltway, the Northwest Expressway, and Baltimore Boulevard. Whether you are commuting or visiting, the route offers a straightforward connection between these two Maryland locations, providing a practical way to navigate the region efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Beltway | 17.7 mi | 24m |
| Northwest Expressway | 9.2 mi | 11m |
| Baltimore Boulevard | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Manchester Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Pulaski Highway | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Westminster Pike | 1.6 mi | 2m |
| Guadelupe Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Railroad Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Beltway
— 17.7 mi, about 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between New Mexico, MD and Rossville, 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 left at fork
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 1A
Toward I 695 East: Towson
Use the slight left lane.
9
Merge onto I 695
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 35B
Toward US 40 East: Aberdeen
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto US 40
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Pulaski Highway
13
Continue on US 40
0.5 mi
·
47 sec
·
Pulaski Highway
14
Arrive at destination
US 40
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 43 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 21.6 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 2.9 and 41.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
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 left at fork toward I 695 East: Towson
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 1A
Toward I 695 East: Towson
6
37.2 mi into trip
|
~53m in
|
I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Keep slight right at fork onto I 695 / Baltimore Beltway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
41.4 mi into trip
|
~59m in
Take the exit toward US 40 East: Aberdeen
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Exit 35B
Toward US 40 East: Aberdeen
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.15 one way
$14.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
15 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $7.83 | $15.65 |
| premium | $4.93 | $8.36 | $16.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.52 | $19.03 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$7
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.9 | 0 | $4.53 | $2.07 |
| Efficient EV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.77 | $1.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.2 | 0 | $6.03 | $2.76 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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.
Destination
Rossville, MD
Afternoon in Rossville on Sunday
Local time
4:22 PM
EDT
Current temp
71°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
1 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 2m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. While you will spend about 21% of your time on highways, the experience is defined more by its local transitions than by long-distance interstate cruising. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 17.7 miles spent on the Baltimore Beltway, which serves as the primary high-speed section of the trip. The character of the road shifts as you exit the highway portions and transition onto local boulevards and expressways. You should be prepared for frequent navigation changes rather than a monotonous, straight-line commute.
Only 21% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 17.7 mi on Baltimore Beltway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 2.9 miles in.
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 43.1 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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; 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.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 2m. Total distance: 43.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 2m 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 17.7 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 Rossville, 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 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early; 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.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Rossville, 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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