How far is Bethesda, MD from Columbia, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Bethesda and Columbia is 22.75 miles (36.61 km).
Flight distance from Bethesda, MD to Columbia, MD is 22.75 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Bethesda, Maryland to Columbia, Maryland is: 33.46 miles (53.86 km) by car.
Driving from Bethesda to Columbia will take approximately 00 hours 43 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 Columbia
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°14'25"N 76°50'22"W |
| Latitude | 39.2403800 |
| Longitude | -76.8394200 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia: (-76.839402,39.240355)
Estimated Travel Time Between Bethesda and Columbia
The distance between Bethesda and Columbia is 54 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 35 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 Columbia. The current time is 14:06:36.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 50 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 25 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.47 liters (1.18 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Bethesda and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Bethesda to Columbia is $3.97 (diesel $5.2).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $3.97 | $4.64 | $5.01 | $5.2 |
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 28, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Bethesda and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
