How far is Buckeystown, MD from Rockville, MD?
Fastest route
To travel from Buckeystown, Maryland, to Rockville, Maryland, the fastest route is via I-270 S, covering a distance of approximately 25.6 miles (41.2 kilometers). The estimated travel time is 31 minutes.
Directions
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Get on I-270 S: Head east on State Hwy 880. At the traffic circle, take the 1st exit onto the I-270 S ramp to Washington.
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Follow I-270 S to MD-28 E/W Montgomery Ave in Rockville: Take exit 6B-A from I-270 S. Take exit 6 for MD-28/W. Montgomery Ave and then take exit 6B-A for MD-28/W Montgomery Ave.
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Continue on MD-28 E: Follow MD-28 E to S Washington St.
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Turn left onto MD-28 E/W Montgomery Ave.
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Continue to follow MD-28 E.
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Turn left onto S Washington St.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Plan your travel during off-peak hours to avoid heavy traffic and reduce travel time.
- 📍 Use GPS or a navigation app to stay updated on traffic conditions and find the best alternative routes if needed.
- ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey, especially if you plan to take any detours.
- 🚓 Obey traffic rules and speed limits to ensure a safe and smooth journey.
- 🍔 Consider stopping at some scenic spots or restaurants along the way to make the trip more enjoyable.
- 🚧 Be aware of any road closures or construction on the route and plan accordingly.
- 📱 Keep your phone charged and have emergency contacts saved in case you need assistance during the journey.
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Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 00h 33m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
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.
Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Buckeystown and Rockville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Buckeystown and Rockville.
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Start on Buckeystown Pike
880 ft · 29 sec · Buckeystown Pike
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Turn left onto Michaels Mill Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Michaels Mill Road
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Turn left onto Fingerboard Road
3.3 mi · 6 min · Fingerboard Road
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Keep slight left to continue on Fingerboard Road
1259 ft · 26 sec · Fingerboard Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward I 270 South
5 m · 1 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 270 South
1115 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Eisenhower Memorial Highway
16.5 mi · 21 min · Eisenhower Memorial Highway
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Keep slight right
2.5 mi · 3 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 28: West Montgomery Avenue
1074 ft · 28 sec
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Turn left onto Key West Highway
957 ft · 33 sec · Key West Highway
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Continue on West Montgomery Avenue
1.5 km · 2 min · West Montgomery Avenue
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Turn left onto West Montgomery Avenue
1159 ft · 38 sec · West Montgomery Avenue
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
19 m · 2 sec · South Washington Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Washington Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Buckeystown and Rockville.
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.
Eisenhower Memorial Highway
Merge slight left onto Eisenhower Memorial Highway
16.5 mi · 00h 21m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Mostly Clear leaving Buckeystown and Sunny near Rockville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Buckeystown to Rockville?
The road trip is about 26.7 miles (42.9 km) and usually takes 00h 33m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Germantown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 12.8 miles from Buckeystown and 13.9 miles from Rockville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.9 miles (36.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.8 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $3.84 one way or $7.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 8.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Buckeystown and Sunny near Rockville.
Stop Ideas Near Germantown
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Griffith Park at City Hall
Gaithersburg City Hall
City of Rockville City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Germantown.
Rockville station
Frederick Airport, MD
Frederick, MD
Washington Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Buckeystown and Rockville. Straight-line distance: 22.87 mi (36.81 km).
#1 Buckeystown
Town in Frederick County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 1,019 |
| Coordinates | 39.3348200, -77.4316500 |
| Altitude | 83 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Rockville
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 69,512 |
| Coordinates | 39.0840000, -77.1527600 |
| Altitude | 137 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Washington Street (-77.152887, 39.083997)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 43 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 40m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 26m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 19m |
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 | $3.84 | $7.68 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $4.32 | $8.65 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $4.66 | $9.31 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $5.62 | $11.24 |
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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