Ellensburg to Tri-Cities: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Ellensburg from Tri-Cities?

The distance from Ellensburg to Tri-Cities is 82.5 miles (132.8 km) as the crow flies. Tri-Cities is located SE of Ellensburg. By car, the driving distance is approximately 103.1 miles, taking about 2h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 40min. 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. 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 Ellensburg and Tri-Cities. 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.