How far is Bowleys Quarters, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?
The driving distance from Bowleys Quarters, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is about 60.3 miles (97.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 45.4 miles (73 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 14m 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.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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.
Locality in Howard and Anne Arundel counties, Maryland, United States
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Bowleys Quarters and Gaithersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bowleys Quarters and Gaithersburg.
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Start on Carroll Island Road
1.1 km · 2 min · Carroll Island Road
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Continue on Eastern Boulevard
1.9 mi · 3 min · Eastern Boulevard
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Turn slight right onto MD 700 North
1181 ft · 43 sec
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Turn straight onto Martin Boulevard
1.7 mi · 3 min · Martin Boulevard
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Keep slight left to continue on US 40 West
2262 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left onto Pulaski Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Pulaski Highway
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Take the exit straight toward I 95 South: Washington
1990 ft · 48 sec
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Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right
24.5 mi · 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 200 Toll West
1.5 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Intercounty Connector
9.5 mi · 12 min · Intercounty Connector
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Continue on Intercounty Connector
6.2 mi · 8 min · Intercounty Connector
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Continue straight
2718 ft · 41 sec
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 355: Rockville, Gaithersburg
1906 ft · 47 sec
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Turn right onto Frederick Road
1160 ft · 27 sec · Frederick Road
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Continue on South Frederick Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · South Frederick Avenue
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Turn left
26 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Bowleys Quarters and Gaithersburg.
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.
I 95 South
Keep slight right
24.5 mi · 00h 30m
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.
Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Bowleys Quarters and Rain Showers Likely near Gaithersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Bowleys Quarters to Gaithersburg?
The road trip is about 60.3 miles (97.1 km) and usually takes 01h 07m 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?
Jessup is a useful midpoint, sitting about 28.3 miles from Bowleys Quarters and 32.1 miles from Gaithersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 45.4 miles (73 km), while the road route adds roughly 14.9 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 4:16 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.70 one way or $17.41 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 18.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Bowleys Quarters and Rain Showers Likely near Gaithersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Jessup
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Bowie
Baltimore City Hall
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Jessup.
BWI Rail Station
Pennsylvania Station
New Carrollton station
Rockville station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Bowleys Quarters and Gaithersburg. Straight-line distance: 45.38 mi (73.04 km).
#1 Bowleys Quarters
Census designated place
| Population | 6,755 |
| Coordinates | 39.3353900, -76.3902400 |
| Altitude | 14 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gaithersburg
The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 67,741 |
| Coordinates | 39.1434400, -77.2013700 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-77.201269, 39.143361)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 97 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 00m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 12m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 00m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 45m |
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 | $8.70 | $17.41 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $9.80 | $19.59 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $10.55 | $21.10 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $12.74 | $25.47 |
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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