How far is Essex, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Essex and Gaithersburg is 40.53 miles (65.23 km).
Flight distance from Essex, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 40.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Essex, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 49.78 miles (80.11 km) by car.
Driving from Essex to Gaithersburg will take approximately 00 hours 56 minutes.
#1 Essex
Census-designated place in Maryland, United States
| Population | 1832752 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°18'33"N 76°28'30"W |
| Latitude | 39.3092700 |
| Longitude | -76.4749600 |
| Altitude | 12 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gaithersburg
The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Gaithersburg is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the Gaithersburg Arts and Entertainment District and the Gaithersburg Metro Station.
| Population | 67741 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°8'36"N 77°12'5"W |
| Latitude | 39.1434400 |
| Longitude | -77.2013700 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Gaithersburg: (-77.201269,39.143361)
Estimated Travel Time Between Essex and Gaithersburg
The distance between Essex and Gaithersburg is 80 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 53 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 Essex and Gaithersburg. The current time is 13:07:29.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 39 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 14 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 59 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 42 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 39 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 37 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.65 liters (1.76 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Essex and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Essex to Gaithersburg is $5.91 (diesel $7.74).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $5.91 | $6.9 | $7.45 | $7.74 |
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 April 26, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Essex and Gaithersburg (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
