Manhattan to Mount Rainier: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Manhattan from Mount Rainier?

The distance from Manhattan to Mount Rainier is 1370.7 miles (2206 km) as the crow flies. Mount Rainier is located WNW of Manhattan. By car, the driving distance is approximately 1644.9 miles, taking about 33h 5min. A direct flight would take roughly 3h 15min. Both are located in United States — Manhattan in Kansas and Mount Rainier 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 Manhattan 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.