Silver Spring

Maryland

1
Destination

Find driving times and distances from Silver Spring, USA to 1 destinations. Accurate drive times, mileage, and fuel costs for every trip.

Driving Times from Silver Spring

1 destinations sorted by distance

Short Drives (under 3 hours) — 1 routes

Washington DC
9 miles
25 min

Nearby Cities

Washington DC (6 mi)Arlington (8 mi)McLean (9 mi)Rockville (9 mi)DCA (10 mi)Potomac (10 mi)

Routes to Silver Spring

Washington, DC → Silver Spring

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Silver Spring from Washington DC?
Silver Spring is approximately 9 miles from Washington DC, with a driving time of around 25 min. Drive times vary based on traffic and route chosen.
What cities are within 3 hours of Silver Spring?
Washington DC is the only city within 3 hours of Silver Spring. Browse the short drives section above for the full list.
How many driving routes are available from Silver Spring?
Silver Spring has 1 driving routes in our database, covering destinations across the US. Each route includes drive time, distance, gas cost, and the best times to travel.

How Far Is Silver Spring from Major Cities?

Approximate road distances and non-stop drive times from Silver Spring to nearby major cities. The closest major hub is Baltimore, roughly 35 miles away by road.

Baltimore~35 mi · 30 min
Richmond~125 mi · 2h 15m
Philadelphia~145 mi · 2h 30m
Pittsburgh~225 mi · 4h
New York~240 mi · 4h 15m

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

Nearest Major Airports to Silver Spring

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

Baltimore/Washington (BWI)~30 mi · 30 min
Washington Dulles (IAD)~30 mi · 30 min

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

Driving from Silver Spring: What to Know

Located in Maryland in the Mid-Atlantic, Silver Spring 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-95, 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.

Explore Routes from Silver Spring

From Silver Spring, you can drive to 3 different cities and attractions across the US. This page lists every available route sorted by distance, making it easy to find both nearby getaways and faraway adventures. Each destination card shows the driving distance and estimated travel time at a glance. Click through to any route for in-depth details on highway options, fuel expenses, rest stop suggestions, and real-time traffic considerations to help you plan the perfect trip.