Moses Lake to Pendleton: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Moses Lake from Pendleton?

The distance from Moses Lake to Pendleton is 103.4 miles (166.4 km) as the crow flies. Pendleton is located SSE of Moses Lake. By car, the driving distance is approximately 129.2 miles, taking about 2h 36min. A direct flight would take roughly 42min. Both are located in United States — Moses Lake in Washington 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 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.