How far is Gaithersburg, MD from Essex, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Gaithersburg and Essex is 40.53 miles (65.23 km).
Flight distance from Gaithersburg, MD to Essex, MD is 40.53 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Gaithersburg, Maryland to Essex, Maryland is: 52.05 miles (83.76 km) by car.
Driving from Gaithersburg to Essex will take approximately 00 hours 58 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 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 |
Ending point in Essex: (-76.474993,39.309318)
Estimated Travel Time Between Gaithersburg and Essex
The distance between Gaithersburg and Essex is 84 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 55 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 Essex. The current time is 10:31:25.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 44 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 18 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 02 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 52 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 38 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 6.95 liters (1.84 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Gaithersburg and Essex.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Gaithersburg to Essex is $6.18 (diesel $8.09).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $6.18 | $7.22 | $7.79 | $8.09 |
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 Gaithersburg and Essex (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
