How far is Chevy Chase, MD from Frederick, MD?
Fastest route
The route from Chevy Chase, Maryland, USA to Frederick, Maryland, USA is approximately 37.4 miles long and takes about 40 minutes via I-270 N and I-70 E. Here are the directions:
Directions
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🚗 Get on I-495 W: Start by heading south on Connecticut Ave toward Landmark Ct. Make a U-turn at Chevy Chase Lake Dr. Then, use the right lane to merge onto I-495 W via the ramp to Northern/Frederick.
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🛣️ Follow I-495 W and I-270 N: Continue on I-495 W and merge onto I-270 N toward Frederick. Stay on I-270 N until you reach the next step.
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🚙 Take exit 32 to merge onto I-70 E: Use the right two lanes to take exit 35 for I-270 N toward Frederick. Then, use the right two lanes to take exit 32 to merge onto I-70 E toward Baltimore.
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🛣️ Continue on I-70 E: Stay on I-70 E and follow the highway until the next step.
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🚗 Take exit 54 for East Street: Use the right two lanes to take exit 54 for East Street toward Downtown/Frederick.
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🛣️ Merge onto Buckeystown Pike: Merge onto Buckeystown Pike at the traffic circle.
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🚙 Turn left onto E Patrick St: At the intersection, turn left onto E Patrick St. You have reached your destination, Frederick, Maryland.
Tips & Suggestions
- It's recommended to check for real-time traffic conditions before starting your journey.
- Keep an eye on the road signs and follow the designated exit numbers to ensure you stay on the correct route.
- Stay in the right lanes when merging or exiting to maintain a smooth transition between highways.
- Familiarize yourself with the names of the streets and exits mentioned in the directions to avoid confusion during the journey.
- Be cautious and observant while driving, ensuring the safety of yourself and others on the road.
- Consider using a GPS navigation device or a map application on your mobile device to assist you during the trip.
- If you have any concerns or questions along the way, don't hesitate to ask for directions or assistance from local authorities or fellow drivers.
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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 00h 45m.
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.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Chevy Chase and Frederick.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chevy Chase and Frederick.
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Start on Hutch Place
41 m · 13 sec · Hutch Place
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Turn left onto Clifford Avenue
137 m · 22 sec · Clifford Avenue
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Turn right onto Kenilworth Driveway
111 m · 16 sec · Kenilworth Driveway
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Continue on Montgomery Avenue
135 m · 20 sec · Montgomery Avenue
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Continue on Stewart Driveway
618 ft · 29 sec · Stewart Driveway
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Turn right onto Montrose Driveway
921 ft · 45 sec · Montrose Driveway
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Turn right onto Connecticut Avenue
1427 ft · 26 sec · Connecticut Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 495 West: Northern Virginia, Frederick
1678 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
1.7 mi · 2 min · Capital Beltway
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Keep slight right to continue on I 270 North: Frederick
3.6 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 270 North
7 mi · 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 117, MD 124 North: Clopper Road, West Diamond Avenue, Montgomery Village Avenue, Quince Orchard Road, Watkins Mill Road
1052 ft · 16 sec
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Merge slight right
20.1 mi · 25 min
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 85: Frederick, Buckeystown
1678 ft · 49 sec
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Turn right onto Buckeystown Pike
1.3 mi · 3 min · Buckeystown Pike
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Continue on Buckeystown Pike
1354 ft · 31 sec · Buckeystown Pike
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Continue on East Street
773 ft · 15 sec · East Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward East Street
36 m · 2 sec · East Street
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Exit the roundabout onto East Street
1640 ft · 33 sec · East Street
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Turn left onto East South Street
610 ft · 24 sec · East South Street
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Turn right onto South Carroll Street
1280 ft · 45 sec · South Carroll Street
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Turn left onto East Patrick Street
812 ft · 25 sec · East Patrick Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Patrick Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Chevy Chase and Frederick.
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.
MD 117
Merge slight right
20.1 mi · 00h 25m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Chevy Chase and Rain Showers Likely near Frederick.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Chevy Chase to Frederick?
The road trip is about 37.3 miles (60.1 km) and usually takes 00h 45m 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?
Germantown is a useful midpoint, sitting about 18.3 miles from Chevy Chase and 19 miles from Frederick.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.7 miles (54.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.6 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 4:58 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.39 one way or $10.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Chevy Chase and Rain Showers Likely near Frederick.
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 Chevy Chase and Frederick. Straight-line distance: 33.73 mi (54.29 km).
#1 Chevy Chase
Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 2,980 |
| Coordinates | 39.0028700, -77.0711500 |
| Altitude | 109 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Frederick
The second most populous city in Frederick County, Maryland.
| Population | 73,308 |
| Coordinates | 39.4142700, -77.4105400 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Patrick Street (-77.410551, 39.414165)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 60 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 14m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 37m |
| 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 | $4.09 | $5.39 | $10.79 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $6.07 | $12.14 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $6.54 | $13.08 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.89 | $15.79 |
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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