How far is Montgomery Village, MD from Gaithersburg, MD?
Fastest route
The distance between Montgomery Village, Maryland and Gaithersburg, Maryland is approximately 2.4 miles (3.9 kilometers). The suggested route is via Montgomery Village Ave and N Frederick Ave, which takes about 5 minutes.
Directions
- Start by heading west on Montgomery Village Ave toward Montgomery Village Ave.
- Continue on Montgomery Village Ave for 1.4 miles.
- Turn left onto Russell Ave and travel for 0.3 miles.
- Then, turn right onto Lakeforest Blvd and drive for 0.1 miles.
- Next, make a left turn onto N Frederick Ave.
- Continue on N Frederick Ave for 0.6 miles, passing by IHOP on the right.
- You will arrive in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
Tips & Suggestions
- 🚗 Drive carefully and obey traffic rules.
- ⚠️ Keep an eye out for pedestrian crossings.
- ⛽️ Ensure you have enough fuel for the journey.
- 🕒 Consider traffic conditions and plan your trip accordingly.
- 📍 Use a GPS navigation system or a map for assistance.
- 📱 Keep your mobile phone charged in case you need to make a call or use navigation apps.
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This is an easy same-day return drive.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Town in Maryland, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg.
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Start on Stewartown Road
1957 ft · 54 sec · Stewartown Road
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Turn left onto Montgomery Village Avenue
2 mi · 4 min · Montgomery Village Avenue
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Turn left onto Russell Avenue
1271 ft · 40 sec · Russell Avenue
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Turn right onto Lakeforest Boulevard
634 ft · 19 sec · Lakeforest Boulevard
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Turn left onto North Frederick Avenue
1 km · 1 min · North Frederick Avenue
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Turn right
26 m · 6 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Montgomery Village Avenue
Turn left onto Montgomery Village Avenue
1.96 mi · 00h 04m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Montgomery Village and Mostly Cloudy near Gaithersburg.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Montgomery Village to Gaithersburg?
The road trip is about 3.2 miles (5.1 km) and usually takes 00h 09m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Washington Grove is a useful midpoint, sitting about 1.7 miles from Montgomery Village and 1.5 miles from Gaithersburg.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 2.3 miles (3.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 0.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 8:12 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $0.45 one way or $0.90 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Montgomery Village and Mostly Cloudy near Gaithersburg.
Stop Ideas Near Washington Grove
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Griffith Park at City Hall
Gaithersburg City Hall
City of Rockville City Hall
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Washington Grove.
Rockville station
Washington Union Station
New Carrollton station
Frederick Airport, MD
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Montgomery Village and Gaithersburg. Straight-line distance: 2.32 mi (3.74 km).
#1 Montgomery Village
Unincorporated community in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 32,032 |
| Coordinates | 39.1767700, -77.1952600 |
| Altitude | 114 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gaithersburg
The second most populous city in Montgomery County, Maryland.
| Population | 67,741 |
| Coordinates | 39.1434400, -77.2013700 |
| Altitude | 153 |
| Country | United States |
End: (-77.201269, 39.143361)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 5 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 04m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 03m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 02m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 02m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $4.09 | $0.45 | $0.90 |
| Mid-grade | $4.60 | $0.51 | $1.01 |
| Premium | $4.95 | $0.54 | $1.09 |
| Diesel | $5.98 | $0.66 | $1.32 |
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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