How far is La Plata, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between La Plata and Bethesda is 31.91 miles (51.35 km).
Flight distance from La Plata, MD to Bethesda, MD is 31.91 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from La Plata, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 55.28 miles (88.96 km) by car.
Driving from La Plata to Bethesda will take approximately 01 hours 10 minutes.
#1 La Plata
Town in Maryland, United States
| Population | 9800 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°31'45"N 76°58'31"W |
| Latitude | 38.5292900 |
| Longitude | -76.9752500 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bethesda
A census-designated place (CDP) in Montgomery County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Bethesda is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Institutes of Health and the Bethesda Naval Hospital.
| Population | 62448 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°58'50"N 77°6'1"W |
| Latitude | 38.9806700 |
| Longitude | -77.1002600 |
| Altitude | 97 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Bethesda: (-77.100214,38.980669)
Estimated Travel Time Between La Plata and Bethesda
The distance between La Plata and Bethesda is 89 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 59 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 La Plata and Bethesda. The current time is 01:50:57.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 50 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 22 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01 hours 06 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 55 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 47 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 44 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 41 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 7.38 liters (1.95 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Plata and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Plata to Bethesda is $6.56 (diesel $8.6).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $6.56 | $7.66 | $8.27 | $8.6 |
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 25, 2024.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Plata and Bethesda (latitude and longitude). Cities, states, and countries each have their own regional center. The Haversine formula is used to measure the radius.
Distance to Other Cities
Driving distance from Columbia, MD to La Plata 65.51 miles (105 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to La Plata 74.89 miles (121 km)
