Lewiston, Idaho to Portland, Oregon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

278.8 miles 448.7 km · straight line
335.3 miles actual route 539.6 km · driving distance
6h 48min estimated drive time
$32 - $40 estimated fuel cost
~1h 4min flight time
259° W bearing direction

How far is Lewiston, Idaho from Portland, Oregon?

The distance from Lewiston, Idaho to Portland, Oregon is 278.8 miles (448.7 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Oregon is located W of Lewiston, Idaho. By car, the driving distance is approximately 335.3 miles, taking about 6h 48min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 4min. Both are located in United States — Lewiston, Idaho in Idaho and Portland, Oregon 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.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lewiston, Idaho and Portland, Oregon. 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 Lewiston, Idaho to Portland, Oregon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 48min $32 - $40 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 4min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 10min $27–$50* Budget
Train ~6h 28min $40–$117* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lewiston, Idaho & Portland, Oregon

Quick Facts

Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m elevation
Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 93 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 89.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM