Ellensburg to Lake Stevens: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.8 miles 160.6 km · straight line
124.8 miles estimated 200.8 km · driving distance
2h 31min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
315° NW bearing direction

How far is Ellensburg from Lake Stevens?

The distance from Ellensburg to Lake Stevens is 99.8 miles (160.6 km) as the crow flies. Lake Stevens is located NW of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124.8 miles, taking about 2h 31min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States.

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. 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. 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 Ellensburg and Lake Stevens. 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 Ellensburg to Lake Stevens

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 31min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 1min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$44* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ellensburg & Lake Stevens

Quick Facts

Ellensburg
47.00°N, 120.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
470m elevation
Lake Stevens
48.02°N, 122.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
66m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 249.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients