How far is Darnestown, MD from North Bethesda, MD?
The driving distance from Darnestown, MD to North Bethesda, MD is about 15 miles (24.1 km), with a travel time of about 00h 25m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 00h 51m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This is an easy same-day return drive. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This is an easy same-day return drive.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 25m.
This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.
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.
The most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Rain Showers
Rain Showers
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Darnestown and North Bethesda.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Darnestown and North Bethesda.
-
1
Start on the route
46 m · 17 sec
-
2
Turn left
35 m · 16 sec
-
3
Turn left onto Darnestown Road
5 mi · 10 min · Darnestown Road
-
4
Turn right onto Darnestown Road
1.9 mi · 4 min · Darnestown Road
-
5
Turn right onto West Montgomery Avenue
2657 ft · 54 sec · West Montgomery Avenue
-
6
Take the ramp straight toward I 270 South: Washington
1719 ft · 44 sec
-
7
Merge slight left
2.2 mi · 3 min
-
8
Take the exit slight right toward Montrose Road East
1379 ft · 34 sec
-
9
Turn straight onto Montrose Road
1 mi · 2 min · Montrose Road
-
10
Continue on Josiah Henson Parkway
1 mi · 2 min · Josiah Henson Parkway
-
11
Turn sharp right onto Towne Road
1151 ft · 23 sec · Towne Road
-
12
Continue on Old Georgetown Road
1493 ft · 41 sec · Old Georgetown Road
-
13
Turn left onto Nicholson Lane
755 ft · 26 sec · Nicholson Lane
-
14
Turn right onto Commonwealth Drive
106 m · 18 sec · Commonwealth Drive
-
15
Turn right onto Tudor Lane
103 m · 16 sec · Tudor Lane
-
16
Continue on Tudor Lane
45 m · 7 sec · Tudor Lane
-
17
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Tudor Lane
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Darnestown and North Bethesda.
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.
Darnestown Road
Turn left onto Darnestown Road
4.97 mi · 00h 10m
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.
Rain Showers leaving Darnestown and Rain Showers near North Bethesda.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Darnestown to North Bethesda?
The road trip is about 15 miles (24.1 km) and usually takes 00h 25m 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?
Rockville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 6.5 miles from Darnestown and 8.5 miles from North Bethesda.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 10.1 miles (16.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.9 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 7:38 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $2.17 one way or $4.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 4.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Showers around Darnestown and Rain Showers near North Bethesda.
Stop Ideas Near Rockville
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Griffith Park at City Hall
Gaithersburg City Hall
Falls Church City Hall
Herndon Old Town Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Rockville.
Rockville station
Washington Union Station
New Carrollton station
Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Darnestown and North Bethesda. Straight-line distance: 10.08 mi (16.22 km).
#1 Darnestown
Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 6,802 |
| Coordinates | 39.1034400, -77.2908200 |
| Altitude | 133 |
| Country | United States |
#2 North Bethesda
A census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 43,828 |
| Coordinates | 39.0445500, -77.1188700 |
| Altitude | 120 |
| Country | United States |
End: Tudor Lane (-77.119003, 39.044548)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 24 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 17m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 14m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 12m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 11m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $2.17 | $4.33 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $2.44 | $4.87 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $2.63 | $5.25 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $3.17 | $6.34 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
Prices in Maryland · Apr 19, 2026
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.