How far is Columbia, MD from North Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Columbia and North Bethesda is 20.18 miles (32.48 km).
Flight distance from Columbia, MD to North Bethesda, MD is 20.18 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Columbia, Maryland to North Bethesda, Maryland is: 27.21 miles (43.79 km) by car.
Driving from Columbia to North Bethesda will take approximately 00 hours 36 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 North Bethesda
A census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. North Bethesda is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the North Bethesda Historical Society and the North Bethesda Central Library.
| Population | 43828 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°2'40"N 77°7'8"W |
| Latitude | 39.0445500 |
| Longitude | -77.1188700 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in North Bethesda: Tudor Lane (-77.119003,39.044548)
Estimated Travel Time Between Columbia and North Bethesda
The distance between Columbia and North Bethesda is 44 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 29 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 North Bethesda. The current time is 18:34:11.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 23 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 20 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 3.63 liters (0.96 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Columbia and North Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Columbia to North Bethesda is $3.23 (diesel $4.23).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $3.23 | $3.77 | $4.07 | $4.23 |
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 North 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 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)
