Lancaster, California to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

917.8 miles 1477.1 km · straight line
1116.2 miles actual route 1796.3 km · driving distance
21h 15min estimated drive time
$107 - $132 estimated fuel cost
~2h 21min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Lancaster, California from Seattle?

The distance from Lancaster, California to Seattle is 917.8 miles (1477.1 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NNW of Lancaster, California. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1116.2 miles, taking about 21h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 2h 21min. Both are located in United States — Lancaster, California 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. 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. 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 Lancaster, California 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 Lancaster, California to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 21h 15min $107 - $132 Flexible stops
Fly ~2h 21min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~25h 30min $89–$167* Budget
Train ~27h 38min $134–$391* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lancaster, California & Seattle

Quick Facts

Lancaster, California
34.70°N, 118.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
719m 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 306 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 76 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 27.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM