Gaithersburg to Worcester, Massachusetts: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Gaithersburg from Worcester, Massachusetts?

The distance from Gaithersburg to Worcester, Massachusetts is 355.4 miles (572 km) as the crow flies. Worcester, Massachusetts is located NE of Gaithersburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 426.5 miles, taking about 8h 35min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 13min. Both are located in United States — Gaithersburg in Maryland and Worcester, Massachusetts in Massachusetts.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Gaithersburg and Worcester, Massachusetts. 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.