Gaithersburg to South Suffolk: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.9 miles 275.1 km · straight line
213.7 miles estimated 343.9 km · driving distance
4h 18min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
169° SSE bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from South Suffolk?

The distance from Gaithersburg to South Suffolk is 170.9 miles (275.1 km) as the crow flies. South Suffolk is located SSE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 213.7 miles, taking about 4h 18min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and South Suffolk 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. 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 South Suffolk. 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 Suffolk

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 18min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 10min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 5min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & South Suffolk

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
South Suffolk
36.72°N, 76.59°W
America/New_York
16m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 145.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients