Covington to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Covington from The Dalles?

The distance from Covington to The Dalles is 129.9 miles (209 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located SSE of Covington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 162.4 miles, taking about 3h 16min. A direct flight would take roughly 46min. Both are located in United States — Covington in Washington and The Dalles in Oregon.

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. 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 Covington and The Dalles. 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.