Anacortes to Bellingham: Road Trip Guide & Distance

18 miles 28.9 km · straight line
23.4 miles estimated 37.6 km · driving distance
28min estimated drive time
$2 - $3 estimated fuel cost
~32min flight time · usually no direct flights
18° NNE bearing direction

How far is Anacortes from Bellingham?

The distance from Anacortes to Bellingham is 18 miles (28.9 km) as the crow flies. Bellingham is located NNE of Anacortes. By car, the driving distance is approximately 23.4 miles, taking about 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 32min. Both are located in United States.

This is a very short trip, perfect for a quick morning drive or an easy commute. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anacortes and Bellingham. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anacortes to Bellingham

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 28min $2 - $3 Flexible stops

Suggested Stops Between Anacortes & Bellingham

Quick Facts

Anacortes
48.51°N, 122.61°W
America/Los_Angeles
7m elevation
Bellingham
48.76°N, 122.49°W
America/Los_Angeles
21m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 6 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 2 hours
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients