Gaithersburg to Richmond, Virginia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gaithersburg from Richmond, Virginia?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Richmond, Virginia is 111.5 miles (179.4 km) as the crow flies. Richmond, Virginia is located S of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 139.4 miles, taking about 2h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Richmond, Virginia 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 Richmond, Virginia. 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.