Cities Near Rockville
Cities near Rockville, Maryland: 10 notable destinations within day-trip and weekend range, including Bethesda, Germantown, Reston. Compare distance, drive time and flight time, with day-trip and getaway ideas.
The closest notable city to Rockville, Maryland is Bethesda, about 8 mi (12 km) away — roughly 26 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethesda | 8 mi / 12 km | 26 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Germantown | 9 mi / 14 km | 30 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Reston | 13 mi / 21 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Columbia | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Alexandria | 20 mi / 32 km | 39 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Leesburg | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Centreville | 22 mi / 36 km | 43 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Bowie | 25 mi / 40 km | 48 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Frederick | 27 mi / 43 km | 51 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
| Glen Burnie | 29 mi / 46 km | 56 min | Drive/rail | Day trip |
Day trips from Rockville
Within about 100 miles and easy to visit in a day: Bethesda, Germantown, Reston, Columbia, Alexandria. 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 Rockville include Bethesda, Germantown, Reston, Columbia, Alexandria. The closest is Bethesda, about 8 miles (12 km) away. The table above lists each with its distance, drive time and best use.