Bridgeport to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.3 miles 409.2 km · straight line
317.8 miles estimated 511.5 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
$31 - $38 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
238° WSW bearing direction

How far is Bridgeport from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Bridgeport to Gaithersburg is 254.3 miles (409.2 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located WSW of Bridgeport. By car, the driving distance is approximately 317.8 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Both are located in United States — Bridgeport in Connecticut and Gaithersburg in Maryland.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. 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 Bridgeport and Gaithersburg. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Bridgeport to Gaithersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min $31 - $38 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Bridgeport & Gaithersburg

Quick Facts

Bridgeport
41.18°N, 73.19°W
America/New_York
1m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients