How far is Gaithersburg, MD from Columbia, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gaithersburg and Columbia is 20.51 miles (33 km).
Flight distance from Gaithersburg, MD to Columbia, MD is 20.51 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gaithersburg, Maryland to Columbia, Maryland is: 36.57 miles (58.86 km) by car.
Driving from Gaithersburg to Columbia will take approximately 00 hours 41 minutes.
#1 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 |
#2 Columbia
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°14'25"N 76°50'22"W |
| Latitude | 39.2403800 |
| Longitude | -76.8394200 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Columbia: (-76.839402,39.240355)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gaithersburg and Columbia
The distance between Gaithersburg and Columbia is 59 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 39 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 Gaithersburg and Columbia. The current time is 02:49:43.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 13 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 54 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 43 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 36 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 31 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 29 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 27 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.89 liters (1.29 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gaithersburg and Columbia.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gaithersburg to Columbia is $4.34 (diesel $5.69).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $4.34 | $5.07 | $5.47 | $5.69 |
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 24, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Gaithersburg and Columbia (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
