Origin
North Potomac, MD
Late night in North Potomac on Friday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from North Potomac, MD to North Bethesda, MD
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
21m
Distance
11.3 mi
18 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 25m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
North Potomac, MD
Mark Stebnicki
North Bethesda, MD
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel between North Potomac and North Bethesda, Maryland, this 12.2-mile journey is a straightforward local commute. Expect the drive to take roughly 23 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Because the route relies entirely on local roads rather than major interstates, you can anticipate a budget-friendly fuel cost of around $2. This trip is best suited for those who prefer navigating neighborhood corridors over high-speed traffic. Since both locations are situated within the Northeast region, the transition between them is seamless and familiar.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 11.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (9%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that keeps you engaged behind the wheel. You will navigate exclusively via Turkey Foot Road, Travilah Road, and Glen Road, as this route maintains a 0% highway share throughout the entire journey. Do not expect long, uninterrupted stretches of open road; instead, focus on the rhythmic nature of local navigation. This path offers a consistent, winding experience that contrasts sharply with the typical Maryland interstate grind. You will find that the personality of this drive is defined by its localized, residential flow rather than raw speed.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Glen Road is the longest continuous segment at about 4.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Turkey Foot Road.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Turkey Foot Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Travilah Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.5 miles (Towne Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Turkey Foot Road
Turn right onto Turkey Foot Road
Navigation decision point
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Travilah Road
Enter roundabout onto Travilah Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
10.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
Towne Road
Turn sharp right onto Towne Road
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
11 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Nicholson Lane
Turn left onto Nicholson Lane
Navigation decision point
5
11.2 mi into trip
|
~21m in
|
Tudor Lane
Turn right onto Tudor Lane
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Glen Road | 4.7 mi | 8m |
| Montrose Road | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| Josiah Henson Parkway | 1 mi | 2m |
| Falls Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| Travilah Road | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Turkey Foot Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Old Georgetown Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Towne Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Glen Road
— 4.7 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Potomac, MD and North Bethesda, MD.
1
Start on Query Mill Road
115 ft
·
6 sec
·
Query Mill Road
2
Turn right onto Turkey Foot Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Turkey Foot Road
3
Continue on Travilah Road
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Travilah Road
4
Turn left onto Glen Road
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Glen Road
5
Continue on Glen Road
194 ft
·
9 sec
·
Glen Road
6
Continue on Glen Road
1.5 mi
·
3 min
·
Glen Road
7
At end of road, turn left onto MD 189
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Falls Road
8
Turn right onto Montrose Road
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
Montrose Road
9
Continue on Josiah Henson Parkway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Josiah Henson Parkway
Use the left / straight lanes.
10
Turn sharp right onto Towne Road
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Towne Road
11
Continue on MD 187
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Old Georgetown Road
12
Turn left onto Nicholson Lane
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Nicholson Lane
13
Turn right onto Commonwealth Drive
347 ft
·
17 sec
·
Commonwealth Drive
14
Turn right onto Tudor Lane
338 ft
·
15 sec
·
Tudor Lane
15
Continue on Tudor Lane
146 ft
·
6 sec
·
Tudor Lane
16
Arrive at destination
Tudor Lane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.87 one way
$3.75 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $2.05 | $4.10 |
| premium | $4.93 | $2.19 | $4.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.49 | $4.99 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.4 | 0 | $1.19 | $0.54 |
| Efficient EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.58 | $0.72 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
North Bethesda, MD
Late night in North Bethesda on Friday
Local time
2:03 AM
EDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
21m 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 Potomac, MD to North Bethesda, MD covers 11.3 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Glen Road, Montrose Road, Josiah Henson Parkway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.7 miles from North Potomac, MD. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.87 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 is a straightforward 21m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Turkey Foot Road): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (Travilah Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 10.5 miles (Towne Road): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach.
The route from North Potomac, MD to North Bethesda, MD does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park, Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail and Monocacy National Battlefield.
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