Elkton to Gaithersburg: Road Trip Guide & Distance

79.8 miles 128.4 km · straight line
99.7 miles estimated 160.5 km · driving distance
2h 0min estimated drive time
$10 - $12 estimated fuel cost
~40min flight time · usually no direct flights
247° WSW bearing direction

How far is Elkton from Gaithersburg?

The distance from Elkton to Gaithersburg is 79.8 miles (128.4 km) as the crow flies. Gaithersburg is located WSW of Elkton. By car, the driving distance is approximately 99.7 miles, taking about 2h 0min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Elkton 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 Elkton to Gaithersburg

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 0min $10 - $12 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 24min $8–$15* Budget
Train ~1h 54min $12–$35* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Elkton & Gaithersburg

Quick Facts

Elkton
39.61°N, 75.83°W
America/New_York
8m 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 27 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 7 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 312.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients