Merced to Portland, Oregon: Road Trip Guide & Distance

578.7 miles 931.3 km · straight line
692.5 miles actual route 1114.5 km · driving distance
13h 21min estimated drive time
$67 - $82 estimated fuel cost
~1h 40min flight time
349° N bearing direction

How far is Merced from Portland, Oregon?

The distance from Merced to Portland, Oregon is 578.7 miles (931.3 km) as the crow flies. Portland, Oregon is located N of Merced. By car, the driving distance is approximately 692.5 miles, taking about 13h 21min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 40min. Both are located in United States — Merced in California and Portland, Oregon in Oregon.

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. Heading North for this distance usually means noticeable weather changes. Make sure to check the forecast for your destination before hitting the road.

Coordinates come from public place data for Merced 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 Merced to Portland, Oregon

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 13h 21min $67 - $82 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 40min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~16h 1min $55–$104* Budget
Train ~17h 21min $83–$242* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Merced & Portland, Oregon

Quick Facts

Merced
37.30°N, 120.48°W
America/Los_Angeles
52m 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 193 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM