How far is Bethesda, MD from Bowie, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bethesda and Bowie is 20.05 miles (32.27 km).
Flight distance from Bethesda, MD to Bowie, MD is 20.05 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bethesda, Maryland to Bowie, Maryland is: 25.47 miles (40.99 km) by car.
Driving from Bethesda to Bowie will take approximately 00 hours 36 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Bowie
The most populous city in Prince George's County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Bowie is known for its many parks and green spaces.
| Population | 58212 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°56'34"N 76°43'49"W |
| Latitude | 38.9427800 |
| Longitude | -76.7302800 |
| Altitude | 42 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bowie: (-76.730357,38.94261)
Estimated Travel Time Between Bethesda and Bowie
The distance between Bethesda and Bowie is 41 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 27 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 Bethesda and Bowie. The current time is 01:27:17.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.4 liters (0.9 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bethesda and Bowie.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bethesda to Bowie is $3.02 (diesel $3.96).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $3.02 | $3.53 | $3.81 | $3.96 |
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 April 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bethesda and Bowie (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
