Gaithersburg to South Riding: Road Trip Guide & Distance

22.4 miles 36 km · straight line
29.1 miles estimated 46.8 km · driving distance
35min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
227° SW bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from South Riding?

The distance from Gaithersburg to South Riding is 22.4 miles (36 km) as the crow flies. South Riding is located SW of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 29.1 miles, taking about 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and South Riding in Virginia.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Gaithersburg and South Riding. 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 Gaithersburg to South Riding

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 35min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & South Riding

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
South Riding
38.92°N, 77.50°W
America/New_York
98m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients