How far is La Plata, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between La Plata and Gaithersburg is 44.14 miles (71.04 km).

Flight distance from La Plata, MD to Gaithersburg, MD is 44.14 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 07 minutes.

It takes 00 hours 07 minutes to travel from La Plata to Gaithersburg with an airplane (average speed of 550 miles).

Driving distance

The driving distance from La Plata, Maryland to Gaithersburg, Maryland is: 65.95 miles (106.13 km) by car.

Driving from La Plata to Gaithersburg will take approximately 01 hours 17 minutes.

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#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
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#2 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

Estimated Travel Time Between La Plata and Gaithersburg

The distance between La Plata and Gaithersburg is 106 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 01 hours 10 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 Gaithersburg. The current time is 19:29:41.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 02 hours 11 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 01 hours 38 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 01 hours 19 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 01 hours 05 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 56 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 52 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 49 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 8.81 liters (2.33 gallon) of gas to cover the route between La Plata and Gaithersburg.
The estimated cost of gas to go from La Plata to Gaithersburg is $7.83 (diesel $10.26).

Maryland gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.93 $4.24 $4.41
Total $7.83 $9.14 $9.87 $10.26

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 March 28, 2024.

How did we calculate the distance?

The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between La Plata and Gaithersburg (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

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Driving distance from Catonsville, MD to La Plata 64.56 miles (104 km)

Driving distance from Columbia, MD to La Plata 65.51 miles (105 km)

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Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to La Plata 74.89 miles (121 km)

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