How far is Gaithersburg, MD from Timonium, MD?

The driving distance from Gaithersburg, MD to Timonium, MD is about 52.5 miles (84.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 14m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 28m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST.
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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
52.52 mi
01h 14m
Flight
37.13 mi
59.76 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
37.13 mi
Kilometers
59.76 km
Flight Time
00h 04m

Driving Distance

Road route
52.52 mi
Kilometers
84.53 km
Drive Time
01h 14m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 14m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Timonium
Sat, Nov 7, 12:48 AM EST
Return by in Gaithersburg
Sat, Nov 7, 2:02 AM EST
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Gaithersburg
2026-11-06T23:33
Arrive Timonium
Sat, Nov 7, 12:48 AM EST
Route Timing
01h 14m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:14 AM to 11:14 AM EST

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:02 PM EST
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Gaithersburg
9:30 PM EST
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
North Laurel
MD

Census-designated place in Howard County, Maryland, United States

From Gaithersburg
26.2 mi
00h 37m
To Timonium
26.3 mi
00h 37m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
71°F
This Afternoon

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 4:00 PM EST
Wind
3 mph NW
Destination
68°F
This Afternoon

Scattered Rain Showers

Starts
Fri, Nov 6 4:00 PM EST
Wind
3 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Gaithersburg and Timonium.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Gaithersburg and Timonium.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    26 m · 8 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto North Frederick Avenue

    993 ft · 17 sec · North Frederick Avenue

  3. 3

    Continue on South Frederick Avenue

    1.4 mi · 2 min · South Frederick Avenue

  4. 4

    Continue on Frederick Road

    1906 ft · 43 sec · Frederick Road

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Shady Grove Road

    1.1 mi · 3 min · Shady Grove Road

  6. 6

    Turn left onto MD 200 Toll East

    2888 ft · 1 min

  7. 7

    Merge slight left onto Intercounty Connector

    12.8 mi · 16 min · Intercounty Connector

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward US 29: Silver Spring, Columbia

    1170 ft · 29 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on US 29 North: Columbia

    2435 ft · 59 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left onto Columbia Pike

    16.5 mi · 22 min · Columbia Pike

  11. 11

    Take the exit slight right toward I 70 East: Baltimore

    1.1 km · 1 min

  12. 12

    Merge slight left

    3.8 mi · 4 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward I 695 North, I 695 South: New York, Towson, Baltimore, Glen Burnie

    1056 ft · 16 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight left to continue on I 695 North: New York, Towson

    1.2 km · 2 min

  15. 15

    Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway

    10.9 mi · 15 min · Baltimore Beltway

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward I 83 North: Timonium, York PA

    1.4 mi · 2 min

  17. 17

    Take the exit slight right toward Timonium, Timonium Road East

    1352 ft · 33 sec

  18. 18

    Turn straight onto West Timonium Road

    1775 ft · 54 sec · West Timonium Road

  19. 19

    Turn right onto York Road

    1135 ft · 32 sec · York Road

  20. 20

    Turn left onto Northwood Drive

    1504 ft · 54 sec · Northwood Drive

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Vista Lane

    133 m · 19 sec · Vista Lane

  22. 22

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Vista Lane

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Gaithersburg and Timonium.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

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.

Directions
22 steps
7 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
9
4 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
41.9 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Columbia Pike
16.5 mi · 31%
Intercounty Connector
12.8 mi · 24%
Baltimore Beltway
10.9 mi · 21%
I 70 East
4.41 mi · 8%
I 83 North
1.64 mi · 3%
South Frederick Avenue
1.37 mi · 3%
Longest Stretch

Columbia Pike

Merge slight left onto Columbia Pike

16.5 mi · 00h 22m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
01h 14m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 28m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+15.3 mi
37.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
North Laurel
00h 37m from Gaithersburg
Leave By
4:02 PM EST
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Gaithersburg and Scattered Rain Showers near Timonium.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Gaithersburg to Timonium?

The road trip is about 52.5 miles (84.5 km) and usually takes 01h 14m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

North Laurel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.2 miles from Gaithersburg and 26.3 miles from Timonium.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 37.2 miles (59.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 15.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EST. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:02 PM EST.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $7.32 one way or $14.63 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Gaithersburg and Scattered Rain Showers near Timonium.

Stop Ideas Near North Laurel

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around North Laurel and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 13.7 mi away

City of Bowie

Bowie , MD
8614 Chestnut Ave, Bowie, MD 20715
Museum
City of College Park
Meeting point 14.3 mi away

City of College Park

College Park , MD
8400 Baltimore Ave #375, College Park, MD 20740
Rating 2.6/5 5 reviews City government office,City Hall
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Nearby stop 14.5 mi away

Town Hall Liquor And Bar

College Park , MD
8135 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD 20740
Rating 4.3/5 319 reviews Liquor store,Bar

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to North Laurel.

RAIL

BWI Rail Station

16 mi away
7 Amtrak Way
RAIL

New Carrollton station

21 mi away
4300 Garden City Drive
RAIL

Rockville station

25 mi away
251 Hungerford Drive at Park Rd.
RAIL

Washington Union Station

29 mi away
50 Massachusetts Ave NE

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Gaithersburg and Timonium. Straight-line distance: 37.13 mi (59.76 km).

Gaithersburg

#1 Gaithersburg

The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.

Population67,741
Coordinates39.1434400, -77.2013700
Altitude153
CountryUnited States
Photo coming soon

#2 Timonium

Timonium is a place in Maryland, United States.

Population0
Coordinates39.4370500, -76.6196900
Altitude124
CountryUnited States
Start: Gaithersburg (-77.20137, 39.14344)
End: Timonium (-76.61969, 39.43705)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 85 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 18m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 03m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 52m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 39m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.85 gal
7.02 L · about $7.32
Round trip
$14.63
3.7 gal · 14.04 L
Estimated CO2
16.4 kg one way
Round trip: 32.9 kg / 73 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $3.96 $7.32 $14.63
Mid-grade $4.57 $8.46 $16.92
Premium $4.89 $9.05 $18.10
Diesel $6.30 $11.66 $23.32

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 · Nov 06, 2026

There is no time difference between Gaithersburg and Timonium. The current time is 23:33:40.

Distance to Other Cities

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.