Gaithersburg to Williamsport: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145.3 miles 233.9 km · straight line
181.7 miles estimated 292.4 km · driving distance
3h 39min estimated drive time
$17 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
N bearing direction

How far is Gaithersburg from Williamsport?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Williamsport is 145.3 miles (233.9 km) as the crow flies. Williamsport is located N of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181.7 miles, taking about 3h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Williamsport in Pennsylvania.

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 Williamsport. 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 Williamsport

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 39min $17 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 23min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 28min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Gaithersburg & Williamsport

Quick Facts

Gaithersburg
39.14°N, 77.20°W
America/New_York
153m elevation
Williamsport
41.24°N, 77.00°W
America/New_York
158m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients