Cities Near Germantown
Cities near Germantown, Maryland: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Rockville, Reston, Leesburg. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Germantown, Maryland is Rockville, about 9 mi (14 km) away — roughly 30 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rockville | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reston | 15 mi / 24 km | 28 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leesburg | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bethesda | 16 mi / 26 km | 31 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frederick | 18 mi / 29 km | 35 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Columbia | 24 mi / 38 km | 46 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Centreville | 24 mi / 39 km | 47 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Alexandria | 28 mi / 45 km | 54 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bowie | 33 mi / 53 km | 59 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Glen Burnie | 35 mi / 56 km | 1 hr 2 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Germantown
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Rockville, Reston, Leesburg, Bethesda, Frederick. 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 Germantown include Rockville, Reston, Leesburg, Bethesda, Frederick. The closest is Rockville, about 9 miles (14 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.