How far is Pasadena, MD from Bethesda, MD?
Distance by Flight
Shortest distance between Pasadena and Bethesda is 29.71 miles (47.82 km).
Flight distance from Pasadena, MD to Bethesda, MD is 29.71 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 04 minutes.
Driving distance
The driving distance from Pasadena, Maryland to Bethesda, Maryland is: 40.98 miles (65.96 km) by car.
Driving from Pasadena to Bethesda will take approximately 00 hours 52 minutes.
#1 Pasadena
| Population | |
|---|---|
| GPS Coordinates | 39°6'26"N 76°34'16"W |
| Latitude | 39.1073300 |
| Longitude | -76.5710800 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| 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 Pasadena and Bethesda
The distance between Pasadena and Bethesda is 66 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 43 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 Pasadena and Bethesda. The current time is 01:52:41.
| Average Speed | Travel Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01 hours 21 minutes |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01 hours 01 minutes |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00 hours 49 minutes |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00 hours 40 minutes |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00 hours 35 minutes |
| 75 mph (120.7 km/h) | 00 hours 32 minutes |
| 80 mph (128.75 km/h) | 00 hours 30 minutes |
Gas Consumption
A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 5.47 liters (1.45 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Pasadena and Bethesda.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Pasadena to Bethesda is $4.86 (diesel $6.37).
Maryland gas prices.
| Gasoline | Mid Grade | Premium | Diesel | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gallon | $3.36 | $3.93 | $4.24 | $4.41 |
| Total | $4.86 | $5.68 | $6.13 | $6.37 |
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 28, 2025.
How did we calculate the distance?
The place names are translated into coordinates to approximate the distance between Pasadena 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 Pasadena 20.86 miles (34 km)
Driving distance from Gwynn Oak, MD to Pasadena 24.09 miles (39 km)
Driving distance from Hanover, MD to Pasadena 13.78 miles (22 km)
Driving distance from New Mexico, MD to Pasadena 47.57 miles (77 km)
