Gaithersburg to Hopewell: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gaithersburg from Hopewell?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Hopewell is 127.1 miles (204.6 km) as the crow flies. Hopewell is located S of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 158.9 miles, taking about 3h 12min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Hopewell in Virginia.

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. 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 Gaithersburg and Hopewell. 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.