How far is Potomac, MD from Silver Spring, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Potomac and Silver Spring is 9.98 miles (16.06 km).
Flight distance from Potomac, MD to Silver Spring, MD is 9.98 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 01 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Potomac, Maryland to Silver Spring, Maryland is: 13.49 miles (21.71 km) by car.
Driving from Potomac to Silver Spring will take approximately 00 hours 27 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 Silver Spring
A city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Silver Spring is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Aquarium in Washington, D.C. and the Silver Spring International Film Festival.
| Population | 71452 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°59'26"N 77°1'34"W |
| Latitude | 38.9906700 |
| Longitude | -77.0260900 |
| Altitude | 104 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Silver Spring: (-77.026096,38.9908)
Estimated Travel Time Between Potomac and Silver Spring
The distance between Potomac and Silver Spring is 22 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 14 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 Silver Spring. The current time is 22:17:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 16 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 11 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 10 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 1.8 liters (0.48 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potomac and Silver Spring.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potomac to Silver Spring is $1.6 (diesel $2.1).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $1.6 | $1.87 | $2.02 | $2.1 |
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 21, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Potomac and Silver Spring (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)
