How far is Bethesda, MD from Point of Rocks, MD?
The driving distance from Bethesda, MD to Point of Rocks, MD is about 36.3 miles (58.4 km), with a travel time of about 01h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.1 miles (50.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 05m 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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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 01h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny
Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bethesda and Point of Rocks.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bethesda and Point of Rocks.
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Start on the route
14 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Bethesda Avenue
48 m · 10 sec · Bethesda Avenue
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Turn left onto Clarendon Road
701 ft · 31 sec · Clarendon Road
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Continue on Fairfax Road
140 m · 23 sec · Fairfax Road
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Turn right onto Bradley Boulevard
1667 ft · 49 sec · Bradley Boulevard
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Turn left onto Goldsboro Road
1.4 km · 2 min · Goldsboro Road
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Turn right onto River Road
10.9 mi · 20 min · River Road
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Turn right onto Esworthy Road
2.2 mi · 4 min · Esworthy Road
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Turn straight onto Seneca Road
1.2 mi · 2 min · Seneca Road
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Turn left onto Darnestown Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Darnestown Road
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Keep slight right to continue on Darnestown Road
7.6 mi · 11 min · Darnestown Road
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Continue on Dickerson Road
4.8 mi · 7 min · Dickerson Road
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Turn left onto Tuscarora Road
3.9 mi · 6 min · Tuscarora Road
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Continue on Clay Street
2883 ft · 1 min · Clay Street
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Turn right onto Bank Street
75 m · 14 sec · Bank Street
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Turn left onto Kanawha Avenue
744 ft · 33 sec · Kanawha Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Kanawha Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bethesda and Point of Rocks.
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.
River Road
Turn right onto River Road
10.9 mi · 00h 21m
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.
Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny leaving Bethesda and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Point of Rocks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bethesda to Point of Rocks?
The road trip is about 36.3 miles (58.4 km) and usually takes 01h 02m 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?
Darnestown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.1 miles from Bethesda and 18.1 miles from Point of Rocks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.1 miles (50.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 5.2 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 4:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.16 one way or $10.32 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Areas Of Fog then Mostly Sunny around Bethesda and Patchy Fog then Mostly Sunny near Point of Rocks.
Stop Ideas Near Darnestown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Griffith Park at City Hall
Gaithersburg City Hall
Herndon Old Town Hall
Town Hall Garage
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Darnestown.
Rockville station
Washington Union Station
Burke Centre
Frederick Airport, MD
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bethesda and Point of Rocks. Straight-line distance: 31.14 mi (50.11 km).
#1 Bethesda
A census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 62,448 |
| Coordinates | 38.9806700, -77.1002600 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Point of Rocks
Point of Rocks is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.2759400, -77.5391500 |
| Altitude | 77 |
| Country | United States |
End: Point of Rocks (-77.53915, 39.27594)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 31m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 27m |
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 | $4.03 | $5.16 | $10.32 |
| Mid-grade | $4.64 | $5.94 | $11.89 |
| Premium | $4.96 | $6.35 | $12.69 |
| Diesel | $6.35 | $8.12 | $16.25 |
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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