Germantown, Maryland to Louisville: Road Trip Guide & Distance

461.8 miles 743.2 km · straight line
580.7 miles actual route 934.6 km · driving distance
10h 41min estimated drive time
$56 - $69 estimated fuel cost
~1h 26min flight time
265° W bearing direction

How far is Germantown, Maryland from Louisville?

The distance from Germantown, Maryland to Louisville is 461.8 miles (743.2 km) as the crow flies. Louisville is located W of Germantown, Maryland. By car, the driving distance is approximately 580.7 miles, taking about 10h 41min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 26min. Both are located in United States — Germantown, Maryland in Maryland and Louisville in Kentucky.

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. 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Germantown, Maryland and Louisville. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. 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 Louisville

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 10h 41min $56 - $69 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 26min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~12h 49min $46–$87* Budget
Train ~10h 9min $70–$203* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Germantown, Maryland & Louisville

Quick Facts

Germantown, Maryland
39.17°N, 77.27°W
America/New_York
134m elevation
Louisville
38.25°N, 85.76°W
America/New_York
142m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 154 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 38 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 53.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM