How far is Potomac, MD from Bowie, MD?

Distance by Flight

Shortest distance between Potomac and Bowie is 26.21 miles (42.19 km).

Flight distance from Potomac, MD to Bowie, MD is 26.21 miles. Estimated flight time is 00 hours 03 minutes.

Driving distance

The driving distance from Potomac, Maryland to Bowie, Maryland is: 32.2 miles (51.82 km) by car.

Driving from Potomac to Bowie will take approximately 00 hours 45 minutes.

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#1 Potomac

Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States

Population 44965
GPS Coordinates 39°1'5"N 77°12'31"W
Latitude 39.0181700
Longitude -77.2085900
Altitude 110
Country United States
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#2 Bowie

The most populous city in Prince George's County, Maryland. It is located in the Washington metropolitan area. Bowie is known for its many parks and green spaces.

Population 58212
GPS Coordinates 38°56'34"N 76°43'49"W
Latitude 38.9427800
Longitude -76.7302800
Altitude 42
Country United States

Estimated Travel Time Between Potomac and Bowie

The distance between Potomac and Bowie is 52 km if you choose to drive by road. You can go 00 hours 34 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 Potomac and Bowie. The current time is 08:53:31.

Average Speed Travel Time
30 mph (48.3 km/h) 01 hours 04 minutes
40 mph (64.37 km/h) 00 hours 48 minutes
50 mph (80.47 km/h) 00 hours 38 minutes
60 mph (96.56 km/h) 00 hours 32 minutes
70 mph (112.65 km/h) 00 hours 27 minutes
75 mph (120.7 km/h) 00 hours 25 minutes
80 mph (128.75 km/h) 00 hours 24 minutes

Gas Consumption

A car with a fuel efficiency of 8.3 l/100 km will need 4.3 liters (1.14 gallon) of gas to cover the route between Potomac and Bowie.
The estimated cost of gas to go from Potomac to Bowie is $3.82 (diesel $5.01).

Maryland gas prices.

Gasoline Mid Grade Premium Diesel
Gallon $3.36 $3.93 $4.24 $4.41
Total $3.82 $4.46 $4.82 $5.01

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 Potomac and Bowie (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 Gwynn Oak, MD to Potomac 50.33 miles (81 km)

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Driving distance from Hanover, MD to Potomac 36.61 miles (59 km)

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