Origin
Rock Hall, MD
Night in Rock Hall on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
53°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Rock Hall, 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
2h 45m
Distance
110.9 mi
178 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$18
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 35m
★
6 AM
2h 46m
8 AM
3h 7m
10 AM
2h 53m
12 PM
2h 51m
3 PM
2h 54m
5 PM
3h 6m
8 PM
2h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Rock Hall, MD
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New Mexico, MD
B. Kane
Trip Overview
This 110.9-mile drive from Rock Hall, MD to New Mexico, MD is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 45 minutes. You'll primarily be on roads like the Blue Star Memorial Highway and Church Hill Road, with a small portion on the Baltimore Beltway. With a fuel cost estimated at $18, it's an economical option for exploring the Northeast region. The drive is best suited for a single day, offering a straightforward journey through Maryland.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
55.4 miles from Rock Hall, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Star Memorial Highway | 24.6 mi | 34m |
| Church Hill Road | 14.9 mi | 22m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 13.6 mi | 18m |
| Baltimore Boulevard | 9.1 mi | 13m |
| Northwest Expressway | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| Governor Ritchie Highway | 8 mi | 12m |
| Rock Hall Road | 6.8 mi | 11m |
| Chestertown Road | 4.5 mi | 7m |
Longest stretch:
Blue Star Memorial Highway
— 24.6 mi, about 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Rock Hall, MD and New Mexico, MD.
1
Start on MD 445
120 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
2
Turn right onto MD 20
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
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Rock Hall Avenue
3
Continue on MD 20
6.8 mi
·
11 min
·
Rock Hall Road
4
Continue on MD 20
4.5 mi
·
7 min
·
Chestertown Road
5
Continue on MD 20
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
High Street
6
Enter roundabout onto High Street
127 ft
·
2 sec
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High Street
7
Continue on High Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
High Street
8
Turn left onto MD 289
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
North Cross Street
9
Turn right onto MD 213
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
·
Maple Avenue
10
Continue on MD 213
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Chestertown Church Hill Road
11
Continue on MD 213
15 mi
·
22 min
·
Church Hill Road
12
Continue on MD 213
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
North Liberty Street
13
Continue on MD 213
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Centreville Road
14
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward US 301 South
15
Merge onto US 301
25 mi
·
34 min
·
Blue Star Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Merge onto MD 2
8.0 mi
·
12 min
·
Governor Ritchie Highway
18
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
Toward MD 10 North, I 695: Baltimore
19
Merge onto MD 10
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Arundel Expressway
20
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Toward MD 100 West
Use the slight left lane.
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
55 sec
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto I 97
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
I 97
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97
Exit 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Use the slight right lane.
24
Merge onto I 695
14 mi
·
18 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight lane.
25
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 19
Toward I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
Use the slight right lane.
26
Continue on I 795
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Northwest Expressway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
27
Continue on I 795
0.7 mi
·
56 sec
·
Northwest Expressway
Exit 9B
Toward MD 140 West: Westminster
28
Merge onto MD 140
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Westminster Pike
29
Continue on MD 140
9.1 mi
·
13 min
·
Baltimore Boulevard
Use the right lane.
30
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Use the right lane.
31
Keep slight right at fork
427 ft
·
11 sec
32
Turn straight onto MD 27
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Manchester Road
33
Turn left onto Guadelupe Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Guadelupe Drive
34
Arrive at destination
Guadelupe Drive
Trip Plan
Given the 2-hour 45-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day. You can easily complete it without an overnight stay, offering flexibility in your departure time. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $18, planning is minimal. Keep an eye on navigation, especially through the more 'turn-heavy' sections, to ensure you stay on track. The longest stretch without a significant turn is 24.6 miles on the Blue Star Memorial Highway, so plan for more frequent adjustments around that point.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 55.4 miles from Rock Hall, MD, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.6 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 24 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 55.4 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near New Mexico, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Rock Hall, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Rock Hall, MD
This is one driving day of about 110.9 miles and 2h 45m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 24 miles from Rock Hall, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Blue Star Memorial Highway for about 24.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
55 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 55.4 miles from Rock Hall, 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 205 decision points cluster between mile 56 and 87.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
56 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Park
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 27B
Toward MD 2 North: Ritchie Highway, Severna Par...
7
65.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 41m in
|
MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway
Keep slight left at fork onto MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway toward MD 100 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward MD 100 West
7
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Take the exit toward I 97 North: Baltimore
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13B
Toward I 97 North: Baltimore
8
72.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 51m in
|
I 97
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
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 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
8
87.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
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 19
Toward I 795 North: Owings Mills, Reisterstown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.39 one way
$36.77 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
39 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $20.14 | $40.27 |
| premium | $4.93 | $21.51 | $43.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $24.49 | $48.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$18
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$43–$68
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 38.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 33.3 | 0 | $11.64 | $5.32 |
| Efficient EV | 27.7 | 0 | $9.70 | $4.44 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 44.4 | 0 | $15.53 | $7.10 |
Gas CO2
39 kg
EV CO2
13 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
Night in New Mexico on Saturday
Local time
10:48 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°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
17 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
2h 45m 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.
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...
26 mi from route
~66 min detour
Free
near mile 107.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 110.9-mile route. While only 13% is highway, the longest uninterrupted stretch is 24.6 miles on the Blue Star Memorial Highway. This suggests a route that involves frequent navigation changes and a more engaging driving experience than a simple interstate cruise. You'll likely experience a mix of faster road sections and more intricate local roads as you make your way through the Maryland landscape.
Only 13% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
34 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 24.6 mi on Blue Star Memorial Highway.
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 56 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 110.9 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.7 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
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.
Between Rock Hall, MD and New Mexico, MD, road signs point toward Severna Park, Towson and Reisterstown.
Severna Park
56 mi in
|
~1h 26m
Towson
72.6 mi in
|
~1h 51m
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via I 97
Reisterstown
87.3 mi in
|
~2h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 45m. Total distance: 110.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 45m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 24.6 miles on Blue Star Memorial Highway. 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.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 56 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 65.7 miles (MD 100 / Paul T. Pitcher Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 69.5 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 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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