Origin
North Bethesda, MD
Evening in North Bethesda on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
88°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Bethesda, MD to Chevy Chase Village, MD
Drive Time
14m
Distance
6.6 mi
11 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$1
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 14m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 15m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 15m
5 PM
0h 16m
8 PM
0h 13m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Bethesda, MD
Kelly
Chevy Chase Village, MD
Stan Paregien Sr.
Trip Overview
Traveling between North Bethesda and Chevy Chase Village is a quick, 6.6-mile journey that typically takes about 14 minutes. Since the entire trip stays within Maryland, you will find it functions perfectly as a simple day trip or a straightforward commute. With a fuel budget of just $1, this is an incredibly economical route that requires zero overnight stops. You will primarily navigate via Connecticut Avenue, Rockville Pike, or the Capital Beltway to reach your destination. It is a practical, no-fuss drive that highlights how easily you can move through this section of the Northeast. Keep in mind that this route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure, making it ideal for those who prioritize speed and simplicity.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
3.3 miles from North Bethesda, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. Unlike long-haul interstate trips, this route features a 0% highway share, meaning you will navigate surface streets for the duration of the 6.6-mile trip. Your longest uninterrupted stretch is a 2.3-mile segment on Connecticut Avenue, which serves as the primary backbone of your transit. Because the path relies on local roads rather than high-speed motorways, you should be prepared for frequent stops and intersections. The experience is defined by urban navigation, requiring your full attention as you transition between major local arterials.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Connecticut Avenue is the longest continuous segment at about 2.3 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
395 ft
219 ft
Total Climb
193 ft
Total Descent
246 ft
Highest Point
395 ft
~0.3 mi in
Elevation Range
177 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Tudor Lane.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tudor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MD 355 / Rockville Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Tudor Lane
At end of road, turn left onto Tudor Lane
Navigation decision point
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
MD 355 / Rockville Pike
Turn right onto MD 355 / Rockville Pike
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
2.3 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the ramp toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
8
3.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Take the exit toward MD 185: Chevy Chase, Kensington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 33
Toward MD 185: Chevy Chase, Kensington
9
4 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward MD 185 South: Connecticut Avenue South, Chevy Chase
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward MD 185 South: Connecticut Avenue South,...
Towns Along This Route
Between North Bethesda, MD and Chevy Chase Village, MD, road signs point toward Silver Spring, Kensington and Chevy Chase.
Silver Spring
2.3 mi in
|
~5m
Kensington
3.9 mi in
|
~7m
Chevy Chase
4 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Connecticut Avenue | 2.3 mi | 5m |
| Rockville Pike | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| Capital Beltway | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Nicholson Lane | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Tudor Lane | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| West Irving Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Commonwealth Drive | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Connecticut Avenue
— 2.3 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bethesda, MD and Chevy Chase Village, MD.
1
Start on Tudor Lane
146 ft
·
8 sec
·
Tudor Lane
2
At end of road, turn left onto Tudor Lane
338 ft
·
20 sec
·
Tudor Lane
3
Turn left onto Commonwealth Drive
347 ft
·
17 sec
·
Commonwealth Drive
4
Turn right onto Nicholson Lane
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Nicholson Lane
5
Turn right onto MD 355
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Rockville Pike
Use the right lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward I 495 East: Baltimore, Silver Spring
Use the straight / slight left lanes.
7
Merge onto I 495
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Capital Beltway
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
20 sec
Exit 33
Toward MD 185: Chevy Chase, Kensington
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward MD 185 South: Connecticut Avenue South, Chevy Chase
Use the slight right lane.
10
Turn straight onto MD 185
2.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Connecticut Avenue
Use the none / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto West Irving Street
468 ft
·
20 sec
·
West Irving Street
12
Arrive at destination
West Irving Street
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 14-minute trip, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should account for local traffic patterns common on major avenues. You do not need to worry about planning for rest stops or fuel breaks given the minimal distance and low cost of travel. Since you are navigating turn-heavy local roads, prioritize staying alert at intersections rather than focusing on highway merging. A helpful tip for this specific drive is to keep your navigation system active, as the frequent turns between Rockville Pike and Connecticut Avenue can be easy to miss if you are not familiar with the local layout. Enjoy the simplicity of this quick hop through the region.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 3.3 miles from North Bethesda, MD, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 6.6 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.3 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Chevy Chase Village, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Bethesda, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from North Bethesda, MD
This is one driving day of about 6.6 miles and 14m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from North Bethesda, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on Connecticut Avenue for about 2.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.3 mi from North Bethesda, MD · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
3 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 6.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.3 miles from North Bethesda, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Chevy Chase Village, MD
The final approach into Chevy Chase Village, MD usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Chevy Chase Village, MD.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.09 one way
$2.18 round trip
$4.20/gal
25.4 MPG avg
2 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.60 | $1.20 | $2.39 |
| premium | $4.92 | $1.28 | $2.56 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.47 | $2.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$1
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$26–$51
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 50% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| Efficient EV | 1.7 | 0 | $0.58 | $0.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.92 | $0.42 |
Gas CO2
2 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (50% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Chevy Chase Village, MD
Evening in Chevy Chase Village on Sunday
Local time
8:58 PM
EDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
24 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
14m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from North Bethesda, MD to Chevy Chase Village, MD covers 6.6 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Connecticut Avenue, Rockville Pike, Capital Beltway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.3 miles from North Bethesda, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.09 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 6.6 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Tudor Lane): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (MD 355 / Rockville Pike): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.3 miles: Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between North Bethesda, MD and Chevy Chase Village, MD, road signs point toward Silver Spring, Kensington and Chevy Chase.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 219 ft to 395 ft elevation with about 193 ft of total climbing.
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