Hood River to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

136.8 miles 220.2 km · straight line
228.5 miles actual route 367.8 km · driving distance
4h 29min estimated drive time
$22 - $27 estimated fuel cost
~47min flight time
344° NNW bearing direction

How far is Hood River from Seattle?

The distance from Hood River to Seattle is 136.8 miles (220.2 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NNW of Hood River. By car, the driving distance is approximately 228.5 miles, taking about 4h 29min. A direct flight would take roughly 47min. Both are located in United States — Hood River in Oregon and Seattle in Washington.

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 Hood River 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 Hood River to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 29min $22 - $27 Flexible stops
Fly ~47min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 23min $18–$34* Budget
Train ~4h 16min $27–$80* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Hood River & Seattle

Quick Facts

Hood River
45.71°N, 121.52°W
America/Los_Angeles
46m 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 46 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 11 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 182 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM