Hanford to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

791.3 miles 1273.4 km · straight line
953.1 miles actual route 1533.8 km · driving distance
18h 27min estimated drive time
$92 - $113 estimated fuel cost
~2h 6min flight time
351° N bearing direction

How far is Hanford from Seattle?

The distance from Hanford to Seattle is 791.3 miles (1273.4 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located N of Hanford. By car, the driving distance is approximately 953.1 miles, taking about 18h 27min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 6min. Both are located in United States — Hanford in California and Seattle in Washington.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road. For a trip of this distance, flying is significantly faster. However, driving offers the flexibility to explore stops along the way.

Coordinates come from public place data for Hanford 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 Hanford to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 18h 27min $92 - $113 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 6min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~22h 8min $76–$143* Budget
Train ~23h 59min $114–$334* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hanford & Seattle

Quick Facts

Hanford
36.33°N, 119.65°W
America/Los_Angeles
76m 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 264 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 66 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 31.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM