Origin
Williamsport, MD
Night in Williamsport on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
48°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Williamsport, 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
1h 26m
Distance
66.3 mi
107 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Williamsport, MD
Tranise Foster
New Mexico, MD
B. Kane
Trip Overview
Connecting Williamsport to New Mexico, Maryland, this 66.3-mile trip is a straightforward journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 26 minutes behind the wheel. Given the manageable distance and duration, it is perfectly suited for a quick day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You should budget approximately $11 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Northeast locations. Because the route relies on local roads rather than interstates, you will experience a more grounded, community-focused pace. It is a practical choice if you are looking for a direct, efficient path through the Maryland countryside.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 41.3 mi | 44m |
| Ridge Road | 17.7 mi | 27m |
| Manchester Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| East Potomac Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway | 0.8 mi | <1m |
| Liberty Street | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Railroad Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Guadelupe Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
— 41.3 mi, about 44m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Williamsport, MD and New Mexico, MD.
1
Start on US 11; MD 63
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Potomac Street
2
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 81 North
3
Merge onto I 81
0.8 mi
·
56 sec
·
Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
4
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 4
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Frederick, Hancock
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 70 East: Frederick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Merge onto I 70
41 mi
·
44 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Exit 68
Toward MD 27: Damascus, Mount Airy
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
278 ft
·
9 sec
Toward MD 27 North: Mount Airy, Westminster, Historic Towns, Challedon
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto MD 27
18 mi
·
27 min
·
Ridge Road
10
Continue on MD 27
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Liberty Street
11
Continue on MD 27
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Railroad Avenue
12
Continue on MD 27
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
Manchester Road
13
Turn left onto Guadelupe Drive
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Guadelupe Drive
14
Arrive at destination
Guadelupe Drive
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.2 miles from Williamsport, 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 2.2 and 44.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
2.2 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Frederick, Hancock
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 4
Toward I 70 East, I 70 West: Frederick, Hancock
7
2.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 70 East: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 70 East: Frederick
5
2.9 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge onto I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
44.2 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Take the exit toward MD 27: Damascus, Mount Airy
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 68
Toward MD 27: Damascus, Mount Airy
9
44.4 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward MD 27 North: Mount Airy, Westminster, Historic Towns, Challedon
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward MD 27 North: Mount Airy, Westminster, Hi...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.99 one way
$21.98 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $12.04 | $24.08 |
| premium | $4.93 | $12.86 | $25.72 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.64 | $29.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$11
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.9 | 0 | $6.96 | $3.18 |
| Efficient EV | 16.6 | 0 | $5.80 | $2.65 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.5 | 0 | $9.28 | $4.24 |
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.
Destination
New Mexico, MD
Night in New Mexico on Saturday
Local time
10:49 PM
EDT
Current temp
70°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
33 mi in
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
22 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 26m 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 favors winding backroads over high-speed interstate cruising. With 0% of this route classified as highway, you will not be spending your time staring at monotonous lanes of traffic. The longest uninterrupted segment is a 41.3-mile stretch on the Dwight D. Eisenhower Highway, which provides the most consistent portion of the journey. As you transition between Ridge Road and Manchester Road, you will find the character of the drive shifts from broader regional arteries to tighter, more technical local paths. Stay alert, as the absence of highway miles means you will be navigating curves and intersections throughout the duration of your trip.
Only 0% 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: 41.3 mi on Dwight D Eisenhower Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
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 2.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 66.3 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 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. 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 Williamsport, MD and New Mexico, MD, road signs point toward Mount Airy, Westminster, Historic Towns and Challedon.
Mount Airy
44.2 mi in
|
~49m
Westminster
44.4 mi in
|
~49m
Historic Towns
44.4 mi in
|
~49m
Challedon
44.4 mi in
|
~49m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 66.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 41.3 miles on Dwight D Eisenhower 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.
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 2.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 2.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles (I 70 / Dwight D Eisenhower Highway): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (5 total within detour distance). 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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