Leavenworth, Washington to Mount Rainier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.8 miles 117.2 km · straight line
91 miles estimated 146.5 km · driving distance
1h 50min estimated drive time
$9 - $11 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
225° SW bearing direction

How far is Leavenworth, Washington from Mount Rainier?

The distance from Leavenworth, Washington to Mount Rainier is 72.8 miles (117.2 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rainier is located SW of Leavenworth, Washington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 91 miles, taking about 1h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. 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. 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 Leavenworth, Washington and Mount Rainier. 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 Leavenworth, Washington to Mount Rainier

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 50min $9 - $11 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 12min $7–$14* Budget
Train ~1h 45min $11–$32* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Leavenworth, Washington & Mount Rainier

Quick Facts

Leavenworth, Washington
47.60°N, 120.66°W
America/Los_Angeles
345m elevation
Mount Rainier
46.85°N, 121.76°W
America/Los_Angeles
4392m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 341.9 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients