Anaheim to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

978.7 miles 1575 km · straight line
1161 miles actual route 1868.5 km · driving distance
22h 1min estimated drive time
$112 - $138 estimated fuel cost
~2h 28min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Anaheim from Seattle?

The distance from Anaheim to Seattle is 978.7 miles (1575 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NNW of Anaheim. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1161 miles, taking about 22h 1min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 28min. Both are located in United States — Anaheim in California and Seattle in Washington.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Anaheim and Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Anaheim to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 22h 1min $112 - $138 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 28min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~26h 25min $93–$174* Budget
Train ~28h 37min $139–$406* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Anaheim & Seattle

Quick Facts

Anaheim
33.84°N, 117.91°W
America/Los_Angeles
48m elevation
Seattle
47.61°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
56m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 326 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 82 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 25.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM