How far is Potomac, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Potomac and Bethesda is 6.37 miles (10.25 km).
Flight distance from Potomac, MD to Bethesda, MD is 6.37 miles. Estimated flight time is .
Driving distance
The driving distance from Potomac, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 7.21 miles (11.61 km) by car.
Driving from Potomac to Bethesda will take approximately 00 hours 16 minutes.
#1 Potomac
Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 44965 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°1'5"N 77°12'31"W |
| Latitude | 39.0181700 |
| Longitude | -77.2085900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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 and Bethesda
The distance between Potomac and Bethesda is 12 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 07 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 and Bethesda. The current time is 10:22:58.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 08 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 07 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 06 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 05 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 0.96 liters (0.25 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potomac and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potomac to Bethesda is $0.86 (diesel $1.12).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $0.86 | $1 | $1.08 | $1.12 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Potomac 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
Driving distance from Columbia, MD to Potomac 40.14 miles (65 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to Potomac 50.33 miles (81 km)
Driving distance from Hanover, MD to Potomac 36.61 miles (59 km)
Driving distance from New Mexico, MD to Potomac 49.91 miles (80 km)
Driving distance from North Bel Air, MD to Potomac 73.79 miles (119 km)
