How far is Potomac Heights, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Potomac Heights and Gaithersburg is 37.09 miles (59.69 km).

Flight distance from Potomac Heights, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 37.09 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Potomac Heights, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 58.54 miles (94.21 km) by car.

Driving from Potomac Heights to Gaithersburg will take approximately 01 hours 11 minutes.

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#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
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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 Potomac Heights and Gaithersburg

The distance between Potomac Heights and Gaithersburg is 94 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 02 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 Gaithersburg. The current time is 01:37:17.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 57 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 27 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 10 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 58 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 50 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 46 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 43 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.82 liters (2.07 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potomac Heights and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potomac Heights to Gaithersburg is $6.95 (diesel $9.1).

Maryland gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.93 $4.24 $4.41
Total $6.95 $8.12 $8.76 $9.1

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 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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