How far is Columbia, MD from Frederick, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbia and Frederick is 32.8 miles (52.79 km).
Flight distance from Columbia, MD to Frederick, MD is 32.8 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbia, Maryland to Frederick, Maryland is: 38.95 miles (62.69 km) by car.
Driving from Columbia to Frederick will take approximately 00 hours 40 minutes.
#1 Columbia
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°14'25"N 76°50'22"W |
| Latitude | 39.2403800 |
| Longitude | -76.8394200 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Frederick
The second most populous city in Frederick County, Maryland. It is located on the Monocacy River in western Maryland. Frederick is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and the Frederick Arts Council.
| Population | 73308 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°24'51"N 77°24'38"W |
| Latitude | 39.4142700 |
| Longitude | -77.4105400 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Frederick: East Patrick Street (-77.410551,39.414165)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbia and Frederick
The distance between Columbia and Frederick is 63 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 41 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 Columbia and Frederick. The current time is 18:34:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 17 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 58 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 46 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 33 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.2 liters (1.37 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and Frederick.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to Frederick is $4.62 (diesel $6.06).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $4.62 | $5.4 | $5.83 | $6.06 |
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 January 16, 2026.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Columbia and Frederick (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 Gwynn Oak, MD to Columbia 14.37 miles (23 km)
Driving distance from Hanover, MD to Columbia 11.14 miles (18 km)
Driving distance from New Mexico, MD to Columbia 37.86 miles (61 km)
