New Mexico, MD to Stevensville, MD is 66 miles and takes about 1 hour 36 minutes via Baltimore Beltway and Blue Star Memorial Highway, with a fuel budget near $11 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Maryland, connecting two points in the Northeast region. Most of the drive involves surface roads, making it a less highway-intensive option. It's a manageable distance, suitable for a single-day excursion without feeling rushed, and the estimated fuel cost is quite low. Consider this route if you prefer a more grounded travel experience without extensive highway time.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
33 miles from New Mexico, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 47m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Baltimore Beltway
15.3 mi
20m
Blue Star Memorial Highway
10 mi
14m
Northwest Expressway
9.2 mi
11m
Baltimore Boulevard
9.1 mi
13m
Arundel Expressway
6.6 mi
9m
Governor Ritchie Highway
6.1 mi
8m
Manchester Road
2.6 mi
4m
Ritchie Highway
2.4 mi
3m
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Beltway
— 15.3 mi, about 20m
Traffic on I-695
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 70 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,561 veh/hr typical
· worst 6,524
Quietest
2 AM
~397 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.5×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 104 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 Stevensville, 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
15 mi·20 min·Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 2Toward MD 10 South: Severna ParkUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on MD 10
5.9 mi·8 min·Arundel Expressway
Use the straight lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10
0.7 mi·1 min·Arundel Expressway
Toward MD 10 South: Severna ParkUse the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto MD 2
2.4 mi·3 min·Ritchie Highway
14
Continue on MD 2
6.1 mi·8 min·Governor Ritchie Highway
Use the straight lane.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·22 sec
Toward US 50 East, US 301 North: Bay Bridge
16
Merge onto US 50; US 301
10 mi·14 min·Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
18
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft·12 sec
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
19
Turn left onto MD 8
0.4 mi·52 sec·Business Parkway
20
Turn right onto MD 18
0.4 mi·1 min·Main Street
21
Continue on East Main Street
0.1 mi·16 sec·East Main Street
22
Turn right onto Ford Court
108 ft·4 sec·Ford Court
23
Arrive at destination
Ford Court
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short 1 hour 36 minute duration, you have a lot of flexibility with departure times. Leaving in the morning or early afternoon should be fine, avoiding the worst of any potential traffic. Since there are no designated stops in the data, you can easily add your own break if needed, perhaps around the halfway point. Keep an eye on your fuel; the estimated $11 cost is based on the 66 miles, so ensure you start with enough or plan for a quick top-off. The Baltimore Beltway portion is the most likely place for congestion, so factor that into your timing.
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 33 miles from New Mexico, MD, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.3 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 33 miles or 47m 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 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Stevensville, 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 66 miles and 1h 36m.
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 Baltimore Beltway for about 15.3 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 13.8 and 65 — 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
7
39 mi into trip|~55m in
Take the exit toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 2
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
7
45.5 mi into trip|~1h 5m in|MD 10 / Arundel Expressway
Keep slight right at fork onto MD 10 / Arundel Expressway toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 10 South: Severna Park
7
65 mi into trip|~1h 33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward MD 8: Stevensville, Romancoke
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.80 one way
$21.60 round trip
$4.16/gal25.4 MPG avg23 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$4.76
$12.37
$24.74
premium
$5.07
$13.17
$26.34
diesel
$6.34
$16.46
$32.92
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.1 kg one way.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging
· 0 stops
· 65% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
19.8
0
$6.93
$3.17
Efficient EV
16.5
0
$5.78
$2.64
EV Truck/SUV
26.4
0
$9.24
$4.22
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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 Oct 17, 2026
Origin
New Mexico, MD
Afternoon
in New Mexico on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
45°F
Isolated Rain Showers
NW 15 mph23% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 4:42PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 4:42PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Destination
Stevensville, MD
Afternoon
in Stevensville on Saturday
Local time
12:33 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Rain Showers
N 15 to 25 mph80% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 4:42PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
Freeze Watch
Freeze Watch issued October 16 at 4:42PM EDT until October 18 at 8:00AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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 36m 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.
Monocacy National Battlefield
National Battlefield
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 4.6
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route has a 25% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on surface roads. The longest stretch on a highway is 15.3 miles on the Baltimore Beltway. After this portion, expect to transition to more local roads. The frequent exits on the Baltimore Beltway indicate a more urban or suburban driving environment before you head onto other primary roads.
Only 25% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.3 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 13.8 miles in near I 795 / Northwest Expressway.
Driving Effort10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66 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 39 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Kent Island is in the Chesapeake Bay at the eastern end of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge and is quickly becoming a popular tourist destination in Maryland. Kent Island is a great place to sample authentic Maryland seafood, take a historic stroll, or enjoy a trip out on the Chesapeake.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 36m. Total distance: 66 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.3 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 Stevensville, 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 39 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — 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 Stevensville, MD before heading back.
