Gaithersburg to New York: Road Trip Guide & Distance

201 miles 323.5 km · straight line
230.7 miles actual route 371.2 km · driving distance
4h 46min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~54min flight time
56° ENE bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from New York?

The distance from Gaithersburg to New York is 201 miles (323.5 km) as the crow flies. New York is located ENE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 230.7 miles, taking about 4h 46min. A direct flight would take roughly 54min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and New York in New York.

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. 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 New York. 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.

How to Get from Gaithersburg to New York

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 46min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~54min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 43min $18–$35* Budget
Train ~4h 32min $28–$81* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & New York

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
New York
40.71°N, 74.01°W
America/New_York
10m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 67 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 123.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM