Kelowna to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

203.8 miles 328 km · straight line
254.8 miles estimated 410 km · driving distance
5h 8min estimated drive time
CAD 41 - CAD 51 estimated fuel cost
~55min flight time
220° SW bearing direction

How far is Kelowna from Seattle?

The distance from Kelowna to Seattle is 203.8 miles (328 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located SW of Kelowna. By car, the driving distance is approximately 254.8 miles, taking about 5h 8min. A direct flight would take roughly 55min. Kelowna is in British Columbia, Canada, while Seattle is in Washington, 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Kelowna and Seattle. 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 Kelowna to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 5h 8min CAD 41 - CAD 51 Flexible stops
Fly ~55min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~6h 10min $20–$38* Budget
Train ~4h 53min $31–$89* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Kelowna & Seattle

Quick Facts

Kelowna
49.89°N, 119.50°W
America/Vancouver
344m 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 68 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 17 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 122.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients