Origin
Pikesville, MD
Afternoon in Pikesville on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
38m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 35m
★
6 AM
0h 39m
8 AM
0h 45m
10 AM
0h 41m
12 PM
0h 40m
3 PM
0h 41m
5 PM
0h 45m
8 PM
0h 37m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Pikesville, MD
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New Mexico, MD
B. Kane
Trip Overview
This short, 25-mile drive from Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 38 minutes to complete. The route utilizes Baltimore Boulevard, Northwest Expressway, and Manchester Road, offering a mixed driving experience. With a projected fuel cost of around $4, this is an economical option for a quick local trip. As both the origin and destination are within the Northeast region and the state of Maryland, expect a familiar landscape. This brief journey is ideal for a spontaneous outing or a straightforward commute.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Baltimore Boulevard | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Northwest Expressway | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| Manchester Road | 2.4 mi | 3m |
| Westminster Pike | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Reisterstown Road | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Guadelupe Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| East Sudbrook Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Baltimore Boulevard
— 9.1 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pikesville, MD and New Mexico, MD.
1
Start on this road
410 ft
·
33 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto East Sudbrook Lane
177 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Sudbrook Lane
3
Turn right onto MD 140
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Reisterstown Road
Use the right lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 695 South
5
Merge onto I 695
0.4 mi
·
36 sec
·
Baltimore Beltway
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
38 sec
Exit 19
Toward I 795: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Continue on I 795
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Northwest Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on I 795
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
Northwest Expressway
Exit 9B
Toward MD 140 West: Westminster
9
Merge onto MD 140
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Westminster Pike
10
Continue on MD 140
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Baltimore Boulevard
Use the right lane.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
427 ft
·
11 sec
13
Turn straight onto MD 27
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Manchester Road
14
Turn left onto Guadelupe Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Guadelupe Drive
15
Arrive at destination
Guadelupe Drive
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 22.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Sudbrook Lane
Turn left onto East Sudbrook Lane
Navigation decision point
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 140 / Reisterstown Road
Turn right onto MD 140 / Reisterstown Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
8
1.8 mi into trip
|
~4m 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
5
22.1 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
22.3 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.14 one way
$8.29 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $4.54 | $9.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $4.85 | $9.70 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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
New Mexico, MD
Afternoon in New Mexico on Sunday
Local time
4:23 PM
EDT
Current temp
90°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 10 to 14 mph
6% chance
Live forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 4:45AM EDT by NWS Mount Holly NJ
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued April 16 at 3:33AM EDT by NWS Baltimore MD/Washington DC
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
16 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
38m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
The drive presents a mixed profile, with 36% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter an uninterrupted stretch of 9.1 miles on Baltimore Boulevard, offering a consistent pace. The route transitions between faster highway sections and potentially more varied local road segments as you progress. This blend means you'll experience different driving dynamics, from steady cruising to more stop-and-go conditions depending on traffic and intersections.
36% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.1 mi on Baltimore Boulevard.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 0.1 miles in near East Sudbrook Lane.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 25 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 38m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Sudbrook Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MD 140 / Reisterstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 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.
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 Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Reisterstown along the way.
Reisterstown
1.8 mi in
|
~4m
About the Cities
Starting in Pikesville, MD
Full guide →Pikesville is a suburban community in Maryland, just outside Northeast Baltimore.
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 38m. Total distance: 25 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
38m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (36%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.1 miles on Baltimore Boulevard. 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 (East Sudbrook Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (MD 140 / Reisterstown Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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