How far is Bethesda, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Bethesda and Gaithersburg is 12.49 miles (20.09 km).

Flight distance from Bethesda, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 12.49 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Bethesda, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 17.05 miles (27.43 km) by car.

Driving from Bethesda to Gaithersburg will take approximately 00 hours 24 minutes.

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#1 Bethesda

A census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Bethesda is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Institutes of Health and the Bethesda Naval Hospital.

Population 62448
GPS Coordinates 38°58'50"N 77°6'1"W
Latitude 38.9806700
Longitude -77.1002600
Altitude 97
Country United States
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#2 Gaithersburg

The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Gaithersburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gaithersburg Arts and Entertainment District and the Gaithersburg Metro Station.

Population 67741
GPS Coordinates 39°8'36"N 77°12'5"W
Latitude 39.1434400
Longitude -77.2013700
Altitude 153
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Bethesda and Gaithersburg

The distance between Bethesda and Gaithersburg is 27 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 18 minutes if you drive your car at an average speed of 90 kilometers / hour. For different choices, please review the avg. speed travel time table on the below.

There is no time difference between Bethesda and Gaithersburg. The current time is 02:38:50.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 00 hours 34 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 25 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 20 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 17 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 14 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 13 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 12 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.28 liters (0.6 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bethesda and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bethesda to Gaithersburg is $2.02 (diesel $2.65).

Maryland gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.93 $4.24 $4.41
Total $2.02 $2.36 $2.55 $2.65

Take a look at our Gas Cost Calculator feature. It will figure out how much it will cost to drive this particular distance.

The average gas price (in Maryland ) per gallon of daily gas for calculations is $3.364 (Diesel $4.407) /gallon. Last changed prices on November 25, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bethesda and Gaithersburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

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