Bowie

Maryland

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Destinations

Bowie is located in Maryland, approximately 108 miles from Philadelphia. The most popular drive from Bowie is to Washington, DC. Browse route details including drive time, distance, and gas costs below.

Driving Times from Bowie

1 destinations

Short Drives — 1

Washington, DC
35 miles
1h 15min

Nearby Cities

Laurel (7 mi)Hyattsville (10 mi)Takoma Park (12 mi)BWI (13 mi)Silver Spring (13 mi)Washington DC (15 mi)

Routes to Bowie

Washington, DC → Bowie

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Bowie from Washington, DC?
Bowie is approximately 35 miles from Washington, DC, taking around 1h 15min.
What cities are within 3 hours of Bowie?
There are 2 cities within 3 hours, including Washington, DC, Bowie.
How many routes from Bowie?
Bowie has 1 routes in our database.

How Far Is Bowie from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Bowie to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Washington DC, roughly 20 miles away by road.

Washington DC~20 mi · 15 min
Baltimore~25 mi · 30 min
Richmond~130 mi · 2h 15m
Philadelphia~130 mi · 2h 15m
New York~225 mi · 4h

Estimates assume typical highway speeds without extended stops; actual times vary with traffic and weather.

Nearest Major Airports to Bowie

If part of the trip is by air, these are the closest major airports to Bowie by road:

Baltimore/Washington (BWI)~15 mi · 15 min
Washington Dulles (IAD)~45 mi · 45 min

Airport drive times are door-to-terminal estimates — add time for parking and security.

Driving from Bowie: What to Know

Located in Maryland in the Mid-Atlantic, Bowie is well positioned for road trips both short and long. For longer drives, plan a rest stop roughly every two hours, keep your tank above a quarter full, and aim to leave outside the morning and evening rush windows to save time. The main corridor for trips listed on this page is I-76, so check for construction or closures on that route before setting out.

All drive times on this page assume normal conditions. Gas cost estimates use a 30 MPG vehicle at current average fuel prices — a hybrid or EV can cut that cost roughly in half, and you can compare electric options on our EV trip pages.

Plan Your Drive from Bowie

Bowie serves as a great base for exploring by car, with 1 route available on this page. Whether you need a quick commute estimate or want to map out a weekend road trip, you will find driving times and costs for every destination below. Each route includes up-to-date data on distance, fuel estimates at current prices, toll costs where applicable, and recommendations for the best departure times. Tap any card to see the full route details and start planning your drive.