Bend to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

250 miles 402.3 km · straight line
327.4 miles actual route 526.9 km · driving distance
7h 9min estimated drive time
$32 - $39 estimated fuel cost
~1h 0min flight time
349° N bearing direction

How far is Bend from Seattle?

The distance from Bend to Seattle is 250 miles (402.3 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located N of Bend. By car, the driving distance is approximately 327.4 miles, taking about 7h 9min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 0min. Both are located in United States — Bend in Oregon and Seattle in Washington.

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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Bend 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 Bend to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 7h 9min $32 - $39 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 0min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 35min $26–$49* Budget
Train ~6h 48min $39–$115* Comfort

For 2+ travelers, driving is usually cheaper. Solo? Consider the bus.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

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Quick Facts

Bend
44.06°N, 121.32°W
America/Los_Angeles
1108m 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 83 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 99.6 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM