How far is Clarksburg, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Clarksburg and Bethesda is 20.25 miles (32.59 km).
Flight distance from Clarksburg, MD to Bethesda, MD is 20.25 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Clarksburg, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 24.13 miles (38.84 km) by car.
Driving from Clarksburg to Bethesda will take approximately 00 hours 31 minutes.
#1 Clarksburg
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°14'19"N 77°16'46"W |
| Latitude | 39.2387200 |
| Longitude | -77.2794300 |
| Altitude | 202 |
| Country | United States |
#2 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 |
Ending point in Bethesda: (-77.100214,38.980669)
Estimated Travel Time Between Clarksburg and Bethesda
The distance between Clarksburg and Bethesda is 39 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 25 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 Clarksburg and Bethesda. The current time is 14:32:40.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 48 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 28 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 24 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 19 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 18 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.22 liters (0.85 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Clarksburg and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Clarksburg to Bethesda is $2.86 (diesel $3.75).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $2.86 | $3.35 | $3.61 | $3.75 |
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 December 30, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Clarksburg and Bethesda (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Columbia, MD to Clarksburg 35.5 miles (57 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to Clarksburg 40.54 miles (65 km)
Driving distance from Hanover, MD to Clarksburg 43.75 miles (70 km)
