Arlington, Washington to Penticton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

145.5 miles 234.2 km · straight line
181.9 miles estimated 292.8 km · driving distance
3h 40min estimated drive time
$18 - $22 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
52° NE bearing direction

How far is Arlington, Washington from Penticton?

The distance from Arlington, Washington to Penticton is 145.5 miles (234.2 km) as the crow flies. Penticton is located NE of Arlington, Washington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 181.9 miles, taking about 3h 40min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Arlington, Washington is in Washington, United States, while Penticton is in British Columbia, Canada.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Arlington, Washington and Penticton. 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 Arlington, Washington to Penticton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 40min $18 - $22 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~4h 24min $15–$27* Budget
Train ~3h 29min $22–$64* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Arlington, Washington & Penticton

Quick Facts

Arlington, Washington
48.20°N, 122.13°W
America/Los_Angeles
35m elevation
Penticton
49.48°N, 119.59°W
America/Vancouver
357m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 49 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 171.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients