How far is Lanham, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lanham and Bethesda is 12.75 miles (20.52 km).
Flight distance from Lanham, MD to Bethesda, MD is 12.75 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 02 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lanham, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 17.98 miles (28.94 km) by car.
Driving from Lanham to Bethesda will take approximately 00 hours 30 minutes.
#1 Lanham
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 38°58'8"N 76°51'48"W |
| Latitude | 38.9687500 |
| Longitude | -76.8634000 |
| Altitude | 43 |
| 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 Lanham and Bethesda
The distance between Lanham and Bethesda is 29 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 19 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 Lanham and Bethesda. The current time is 14:31:02.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00 hours 26 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 21 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 17 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 15 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 14 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 13 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 2.4 liters (0.63 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Lanham and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lanham to Bethesda is $2.13 (diesel $2.8).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $2.13 | $2.49 | $2.69 | $2.8 |
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 December 24, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Lanham 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 Lanham 28.06 miles (45 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to Lanham 36.31 miles (58 km)
