Durham, North Carolina to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

236.6 miles 380.8 km · straight line
295.8 miles estimated 476 km · driving distance
5h 57min estimated drive time
$28 - $35 estimated fuel cost
~59min flight time
23° NNE bearing direction

How far is Durham, North Carolina from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Durham, North Carolina to Gaithersburg is 236.6 miles (380.8 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located NNE of Durham, North Carolina. By car, the driving distance is approximately 295.8 miles, taking about 5h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 59min. Both are located in United States — Durham, North Carolina in North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina 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 Durham, North Carolina to Gaithersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 57min $28 - $35 Flexible stops
Fly ~59min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 8min $24–$44* Budget
Train ~5h 39min $35–$104* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Durham, North Carolina & Gaithersburg

Quick Facts

Durham, North Carolina
35.99°N, 78.90°W
America/New_York
123m 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 79 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 20 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 105.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients