Gettysburg to Westminster: Road Trip Guide & Distance

21.6 miles 34.8 km · straight line
28.1 miles estimated 45.2 km · driving distance
34min estimated drive time
$3 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~33min flight time · usually no direct flights
145° SE bearing direction

How far is Gettysburg from Westminster?

The distance from Gettysburg to Westminster is 21.6 miles (34.8 km) as the crow flies. Westminster is located SE of Gettysburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 28.1 miles, taking about 34min. A direct flight would take roughly 33min. Both are located in United States — Gettysburg in Pennsylvania and Westminster in Maryland.

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 Gettysburg and Westminster. 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 Gettysburg to Westminster

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 34min $3 - $3 Flexible stops

Quick Facts

Gettysburg
39.83°N, 77.23°W
America/New_York
168m elevation
Westminster
39.58°N, 77.00°W
America/New_York
233m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 7 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