Moses Lake to Olympia: Road Trip Guide & Distance

170.6 miles 274.5 km · straight line
213.2 miles estimated 343.1 km · driving distance
4h 17min estimated drive time
$21 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
269° W bearing direction

How far is Moses Lake from Olympia?

The distance from Moses Lake to Olympia is 170.6 miles (274.5 km) as the crow flies. Olympia is located W of Moses Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 213.2 miles, taking about 4h 17min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States.

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 Moses Lake and Olympia. 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 Moses Lake to Olympia

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 17min $21 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 8min $17–$32* Budget
Train ~4h 4min $26–$75* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Moses Lake & Olympia

Quick Facts

Moses Lake
47.13°N, 119.28°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m elevation
Olympia
47.04°N, 122.90°W
America/Los_Angeles
29m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 57 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 146 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients