How far is Gaithersburg, MD from Westminster, MD?
The driving distance from Gaithersburg, MD to Westminster, MD is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 00m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 01m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 00m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Surry County, North Carolina, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Gaithersburg and Westminster.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Gaithersburg and Westminster.
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Start on the route
26 m · 12 sec
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Turn left onto North Frederick Avenue
2.1 mi · 4 min · North Frederick Avenue
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Continue on Frederick Road
2.9 mi · 5 min · Frederick Road
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Turn right onto Ridge Road
5.3 mi · 10 min · Ridge Road
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Turn right onto Valley Park Drive
1.3 km · 2 min · Valley Park Drive
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Woodfield Road
1.5 mi · 3 min · Woodfield Road
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Turn right onto Ridge Road
22.2 mi · 35 min · Ridge Road
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Continue on Liberty Street
1.2 km · 2 min · Liberty Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Gaithersburg and Westminster.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Ridge Road
Turn right onto Ridge Road
22.2 mi · 00h 35m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
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.
Sunny leaving Gaithersburg and Sunny near Westminster.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Gaithersburg to Westminster?
The road trip is about 35.7 miles (57.5 km) and usually takes 01h 00m 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?
Mount Airy is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.9 miles from Gaithersburg and 17.8 miles from Westminster.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 31.8 miles (51.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.9 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:28 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.15 one way or $10.30 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Gaithersburg and Sunny near Westminster.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Airy
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Mount Airy.
Frederick Airport, MD
Frederick, MD
Rockville station
BWI Rail Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Gaithersburg and Westminster. Straight-line distance: 31.8 mi (51.18 km).
#1 Gaithersburg
The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 67,741 |
| Coordinates | 39.1434400, -77.2013700 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Westminster
City in northern Maryland, United States
| Population | 18,712 |
| Coordinates | 39.5753800, -76.9958100 |
| Altitude | 233 |
| Country | United States |
End: Westminster (-76.99581, 39.57538)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 57 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.09 | $5.15 | $10.30 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $5.79 | $11.59 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $6.24 | $12.48 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $7.53 | $15.07 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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