How far is Woodlawn, MD from Potomac, MD?
The driving distance from Woodlawn, MD to Potomac, MD is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 09m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Woodlawn and Potomac.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodlawn and Potomac.
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Start on Woodlawn Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · Woodlawn Drive
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Turn slight right onto MD 122
42 m · 5 sec
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Turn slight right onto Security Boulevard
2775 ft · 1 min · Security Boulevard
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 695 South: Glen Burnie
1.1 km · 1 min
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Merge slight left onto Baltimore Beltway
5.1 mi · 7 min · Baltimore Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 95 North, I 95 South: Baltimore, Washington
1102 ft · 27 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on I 95 South: Washington
106 m · 9 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 95 South: Washington
1925 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 24 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 495 West: Silver Spring, Bethesda, College Park
1 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 495 West: Silver Spring, Bethesda
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left onto Capital Beltway
8.5 mi · 11 min · Capital Beltway
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Keep slight left to continue on Capital Beltway
1.3 km · 1 min · Capital Beltway
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Take the exit slight right toward MD 187: Rockville, Bethesda
1179 ft · 29 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on MD 187 North: Old Georgetown Road, Rockville
137 m · 11 sec
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Turn straight onto Old Georgetown Road
3019 ft · 1 min · Old Georgetown Road
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Turn left onto Democracy Boulevard
4.4 mi · 8 min · Democracy Boulevard
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Turn left onto Falls Road
1.1 km · 1 min · Falls Road
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Turn left
25 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 Woodlawn and Potomac.
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.
I 95 South
Merge slight left
20.7 mi · 00h 24m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Woodlawn and Chance Rain Showers near Potomac.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Woodlawn to Potomac?
The road trip is about 45.5 miles (73.2 km) and usually takes 01h 04m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
West Laurel is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.7 miles from Woodlawn and 22.8 miles from Potomac.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 33.2 miles (53.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 12.3 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM EDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:20 PM EDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.78 one way or $13.57 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Woodlawn and Chance Rain Showers near Potomac.
Stop Ideas Near West Laurel
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Rockville City Hall
City of Bowie
Town Hall Liquor And Bar
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to West Laurel.
New Carrollton station
BWI Rail Station
Rockville station
Washington Union Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Woodlawn and Potomac. Straight-line distance: 33.26 mi (53.52 km).
#1 Woodlawn
Woodlawn is a place in Maryland, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 39.3228800, -76.7280300 |
| Altitude | 103 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Potomac
Census-designated place in Montgomery County, Maryland, United States
| Population | 44,965 |
| Coordinates | 39.0181700, -77.2085900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: Potomac (-77.20859, 39.01817)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 73 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 30m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $4.24 | $6.78 | $13.57 |
| Mid-grade | $4.84 | $7.75 | $15.49 |
| Premium | $5.15 | $8.23 | $16.47 |
| Diesel | $6.36 | $10.18 | $20.36 |
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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