How far is Potomac Heights, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Potomac Heights and Bethesda is 25.79 miles (41.5 km).
Flight distance from Potomac Heights, MD to Bethesda, MD is 25.79 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 05 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Potomac Heights, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 48.94 miles (78.77 km) by car.
Driving from Potomac Heights to Bethesda will take approximately 01 hours 03 minutes.
#1 Potomac Heights
Census designated place
| Population | 1117 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°36'31"N 77°8'26"W |
| Latitude | 38.6087300 |
| Longitude | -77.1405300 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Bethesda: (-77.100214,38.980669)
Estimated Travel Time Between Potomac Heights and Bethesda
The distance between Potomac Heights and Bethesda is 79 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 52 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 Potomac Heights and Bethesda. The current time is 01:58:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 37 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.54 liters (1.73 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potomac Heights and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potomac Heights to Bethesda is $5.81 (diesel $7.61).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $5.81 | $6.79 | $7.32 | $7.61 |
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 December 22, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Potomac Heights and Bethesda (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 Gwynn Oak, MD to Potomac Heights 74.66 miles (120 km)
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