How far is Lanham, MD from Frederick, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Lanham and Frederick is 42.5 miles (68.39 km).
Flight distance from Lanham, MD to Frederick, MD is 42.5 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 06 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Lanham, Maryland to Frederick, Maryland is: 55.23 miles (88.89 km) by car.
Driving from Lanham to Frederick will take approximately 01 hours 01 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 Frederick
The second most populous city in Frederick County, Maryland. It is located on the Monocacy River in western Maryland. Frederick is known for its many parks and green spaces, its many historical sites, and its many attractions, such as the National Museum of Civil War Medicine and the Frederick Arts Council.
| Population | 73308 |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°24'51"N 77°24'38"W |
| Latitude | 39.4142700 |
| Longitude | -77.4105400 |
| Altitude | 87 |
| Country | United States |
Ending point in Frederick: East Patrick Street (-77.410551,39.414165)
Estimated Travel Time Between Lanham and Frederick
The distance between Lanham and Frederick 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 Lanham and Frederick. The current time is 14:24:54.
| 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 Lanham and Frederick.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Lanham to Frederick is $6.56 (diesel $8.59).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $6.56 | $7.66 | $8.26 | $8.59 |
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 Frederick (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)
