How far is Algonquin, MD from Bethesda, MD?
The driving distance from Algonquin, MD to Bethesda, MD is about 95.1 miles (153 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Algonquin and Bethesda.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algonquin and Bethesda.
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Start on Shawnee Road
574 ft · 28 sec · Shawnee Road
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Turn right onto Sandy Hill Road
1 km · 2 min · Sandy Hill Road
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Continue on Glasgow Street
1.1 mi · 5 min · Glasgow Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto High Street
612 ft · 24 sec · High Street
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Turn right onto Spring Street
124 m · 13 sec · Spring Street
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Continue on Academy Street
132 m · 21 sec · Academy Street
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Turn left onto Market Street
96 m · 9 sec · Market Street
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Continue on Maryland Avenue
2952 ft · 2 min · Maryland Avenue
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Turn left onto Sunburst Highway
1289 ft · 33 sec · Sunburst Highway
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Continue on Senator Malkus Junior Bridge
1.6 mi · 3 min · Senator Malkus Junior Bridge
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Continue on Ocean Gateway
53.1 mi · 1 hr 15 min · Ocean Gateway
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Continue on John Hanson Highway
18.4 mi · 22 min · John Hanson Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North, I 495 North: Baltimore, Silver Spring
2347 ft · 57 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 495 North, I 95 North: Beltway
3221 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
6.9 mi · 9 min · Capital Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on Capital Beltway
7.4 mi · 9 min · Capital Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 185: Kensington, Chevy Chase
2221 ft · 54 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on MD 185 South: Connecticut Avenue South, Chevy Chase
75 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Connecticut Avenue
2403 ft · 51 sec · Connecticut Avenue
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Turn right onto Jones Bridge Road
1.1 mi · 3 min · Jones Bridge Road
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Turn left onto Rockville Pike
676 ft · 26 sec · Rockville Pike
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Continue on Wisconsin Avenue
1 km · 1 min · Wisconsin Avenue
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Turn right onto Commerce Lane
104 m · 17 sec · Commerce Lane
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Continue on Edgemoor Lane
1112 ft · 42 sec · Edgemoor Lane
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Turn left onto Arlington Road
1403 ft · 56 sec · Arlington Road
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Turn right onto Bethesda Avenue
156 m · 22 sec · Bethesda Avenue
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Turn left
14 m · 3 sec
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Arrive at your destination
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Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Algonquin and Bethesda.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Ocean Gateway
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53.1 mi · 01h 15m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Algonquin and Mostly Sunny near Bethesda.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Algonquin to Bethesda?
The road trip is about 95.1 miles (153 km) and usually takes 01h 56m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Stevensville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Algonquin and 47.6 miles from Bethesda.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 60.2 miles (96.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 34.9 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:36 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.69 one way or $27.38 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Algonquin and Mostly Sunny near Bethesda.
Stop Ideas Near Stevensville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Algonquin and Bethesda. Straight-line distance: 60.2 mi (96.89 km).
#1 Algonquin
Algonquin is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 38.5829000, -76.1057700 |
| Altitude | 4 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bethesda
A census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 62,448 |
| Coordinates | 38.9806700, -77.1002600 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-77.100214, 38.980669)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $13.69 | $27.38 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $15.41 | $30.81 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $16.60 | $33.19 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $20.03 | $40.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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