Origin
Pikesville, MD
Afternoon in Pikesville on Friday
Local time
12:36 PM
EDT
Current temp
74°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 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
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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.
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 drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
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.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 15 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Baltimore Boulevard is the longest continuous segment at about 9.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
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
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 Friday
Local time
12:36 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD covers 25 miles and takes about 38m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Baltimore Boulevard, Northwest Expressway, Manchester Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Pikesville, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $4.14 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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.
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.
On the drive from Pikesville, MD to New Mexico, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Reisterstown along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Monocacy National Battlefield.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh 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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