Lewiston, Idaho to Pendleton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

99.3 miles 159.8 km · straight line
124.1 miles estimated 199.8 km · driving distance
2h 30min estimated drive time
$12 - $15 estimated fuel cost
~42min flight time · usually no direct flights
239° WSW bearing direction

How far is Lewiston, Idaho from Pendleton?

The distance from Lewiston, Idaho to Pendleton is 99.3 miles (159.8 km) as the crow flies. Pendleton is located WSW of Lewiston, Idaho. By car, the driving distance is approximately 124.1 miles, taking about 2h 30min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho and Pendleton in Oregon.

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 Lewiston, Idaho and Pendleton. 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 Lewiston, Idaho to Pendleton

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 30min $12 - $15 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 0min $10–$19* Budget
Train ~2h 23min $15–$43* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lewiston, Idaho & Pendleton

Quick Facts

Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
Pendleton
45.67°N, 118.79°W
America/Los_Angeles
325m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 33 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 8 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 250.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients