Cities Near Baltimore
Cities near Baltimore, Maryland: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Ellicott City, Bowie, Silver Spring. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Baltimore, Maryland is Ellicott City, about 10 mi (16 km) away — roughly 34 min by road. Below, 10 nearby cities are ranked by distance, with real drive and flight estimates and whether each works best as a day trip or an overnight getaway.
| City | Distance | Drive | Flight | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ellicott City | 10 mi / 16 km | 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bowie | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Silver Spring | 30 mi / 49 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Rockville | 32 mi / 52 km | 58 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Germantown | 36 mi / 58 km | 1 hr 5 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Arlington | 39 mi / 62 km | 1 hr 9 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frederick | 44 mi / 70 km | 1 hr 18 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reston | 45 mi / 72 km | 1 hr 21 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Waldorf | 49 mi / 79 km | 1 hr 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leesburg | 52 mi / 84 km | 1 hr 34 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Baltimore
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Ellicott City, Bowie, Silver Spring, Rockville, Germantown. These are close enough to go and return without an overnight stay.
Getting around
Nearby cities are usually quickest by car or train; for the longer hops a regional flight can save time. Tap any city above for its full distance, driving-time and flight-time breakdown, or plan a specific route with the tools below.
Frequently asked questions
Notable cities near Baltimore include Ellicott City, Bowie, Silver Spring, Rockville, Germantown. The closest is Ellicott City, about 10 miles (16 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.