Ellensburg to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

93.6 miles 150.7 km · straight line
107.5 miles actual route 173 km · driving distance
2h 6min estimated drive time
$10 - $13 estimated fuel cost
~41min flight time · usually no direct flights
297° WNW bearing direction

How far is Ellensburg from Seattle?

The distance from Ellensburg to Seattle is 93.6 miles (150.7 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located WNW of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 107.5 miles, taking about 2h 6min. A direct flight would take roughly 41min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 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 Ellensburg to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 6min $10 - $13 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 31min $9–$16* Budget
Train ~2h 0min $13–$38* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Ellensburg & Seattle

Quick Facts

Ellensburg
47.00°N, 120.55°W
America/Los_Angeles
470m 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 31 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 265.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM