Detroit to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Detroit from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Detroit to Gaithersburg is 376.9 miles (606.5 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located SE of Detroit. By car, the driving distance is approximately 499.4 miles, taking about 9h 19min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 15min. Both are located in United States — Detroit in Michigan 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. 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 Detroit 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.