Germantown, Maryland to Laurel, Maryland: Road Trip Guide & Distance

23.2 miles 37.4 km · straight line
30.2 miles estimated 48.6 km · driving distance
36min estimated drive time
$3 - $4 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
103° ESE bearing direction

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Laurel, Maryland?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Laurel, Maryland is 23.2 miles (37.4 km) as the crow flies. Laurel, Maryland is located ESE of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 30.2 miles, taking about 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. 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 Germantown, Maryland and Laurel, Maryland. 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 Germantown, Maryland to Laurel, Maryland

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 36min $3 - $4 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Germantown, Maryland & Laurel, Maryland

Quick Facts

Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m elevation
Laurel, Maryland
39.10°N, 76.85°W
America/New_York
51m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 8 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