Danville, Virginia to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

213.4 miles 343.4 km · straight line
266.8 miles estimated 429.3 km · driving distance
5h 22min estimated drive time
$26 - $32 estimated fuel cost
~56min flight time
33° NNE bearing direction

How far is Danville, Virginia from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Danville, Virginia to Gaithersburg is 213.4 miles (343.4 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located NNE of Danville, Virginia. By car, the driving distance is approximately 266.8 miles, taking about 5h 22min. A direct flight would take roughly 56min. Both are located in United States — Danville, Virginia in Virginia 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Danville, Virginia 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 Danville, Virginia to Gaithersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 22min $26 - $32 Flexible stops
Fly ~56min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 26min $21–$40* Budget
Train ~5h 6min $32–$93* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Danville, Virginia & Gaithersburg

Quick Facts

Danville, Virginia
36.59°N, 79.39°W
America/New_York
162m 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 71 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 18 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 116.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients