How far is La Plata, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between La Plata and Gaithersburg is 44.14 miles (71.04 km).
Flight distance from La Plata, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 44.14 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.
It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from La Plata to Gaithersburg with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).
Driving distance
The driving distance from La Plata, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 65.95 miles (106.13 km) by car.
Driving from La Plata to Gaithersburg will take approximately 01 hours 17 minutes.
#1 La Plata
Town in Maryland, United States
| Population | 9800 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°31'45"N 76°58'31"W |
| Latitude | 38.5292900 |
| Longitude | -76.9752500 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
#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 |
Ending point in Gaithersburg: (-77.201269,39.143361)
Estimated Travel Time Between La Plata and Gaithersburg
The distance between La Plata and Gaithersburg is 106 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 10 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 La Plata and Gaithersburg. The current time is 05:39:37.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02 hours 11 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 19 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01 hours 05 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 56 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.81 liters (2.33 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Plata and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Plata to Gaithersburg is $7.83 (diesel $10.26).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $7.83 | $9.14 | $9.87 | $10.26 |
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 23, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Plata 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
Driving distance from Columbia, MD to La Plata 65.51 miles (105 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to La Plata 74.89 miles (121 km)
