How far is Essex, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Essex and Gaithersburg is 40.53 miles (65.23 km).

Flight distance from Essex, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 40.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Essex, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 49.78 miles (80.11 km) by car.

Driving from Essex to Gaithersburg will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.

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#1 Essex

Census-designated place in Maryland, United States

Population 1832752
GPS Coordinates 39°18'33"N 76°28'30"W
Latitude 39.3092700
Longitude -76.4749600
Altitude 12
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 Essex and Gaithersburg

The distance between Essex and Gaithersburg is 80 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 53 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 Essex and Gaithersburg. The current time is 02:32:30.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 39 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 14 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 59 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 42 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 39 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 37 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.65 liters (1.76 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Essex and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Essex to Gaithersburg is $5.91 (diesel $7.74).

Maryland gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.93 $4.24 $4.41
Total $5.91 $6.9 $7.45 $7.74

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 Essex and Gaithersburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.

Distance to Other Cities

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Driving distance from Annapolis, MD to Essex 40.38 miles (65 km)

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Driving distance from Arbutus, MD to Essex 15.76 miles (25 km)

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Driving distance from Baltimore, MD to Essex 11.73 miles (19 km)

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Driving distance from Bethesda, MD to Essex 45.98 miles (74 km)

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Driving distance from Bowie, MD to Essex 38.85 miles (63 km)

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Driving distance from Catonsville, MD to Essex 16.61 miles (27 km)

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Driving distance from College Park, MD to Essex 40.38 miles (65 km)

Driving distance from Columbia, MD to Essex 26.13 miles (42 km)

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Driving distance from Cumberland, MD to Essex 146.55 miles (236 km)

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Driving distance from Deer Park, MD to Essex 29.01 miles (47 km)

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Driving distance from Fort Washington, MD to Essex 62.9 miles (101 km)

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Driving distance from Frederick, MD to Essex 56.6 miles (91 km)

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