Boston, Massachusetts to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

390.7 miles 628.7 km · straight line
441.4 miles actual route 710.3 km · driving distance
9h 11min estimated drive time
$42 - $52 estimated fuel cost
~1h 17min flight time
237° WSW bearing direction

How far is Boston, Massachusetts from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Boston, Massachusetts to Gaithersburg is 390.7 miles (628.7 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located WSW of Boston, Massachusetts. By car, the driving distance is approximately 441.4 miles, taking about 9h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 17min. Both are located in United States — Boston, Massachusetts in Massachusetts and Gaithersburg in Maryland.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Boston, Massachusetts and Gaithersburg. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Boston, Massachusetts to Gaithersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 11min $42 - $52 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 17min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 1min $35–$66* Budget
Train ~8h 43min $53–$154* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Boston, Massachusetts & Gaithersburg

Quick Facts

Boston, Massachusetts
42.36°N, 71.06°W
America/New_York
43m elevation
Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 130 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 33 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 63.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM