Mount Rainier to Paradise: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Mount Rainier from Paradise?

The distance from Mount Rainier to Paradise is 490.1 miles (788.8 km) as the crow flies. Paradise is located S of Mount Rainier. By car, the driving distance is approximately 588.2 miles, taking about 11h 50min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 29min. Both are located in United States — Mount Rainier in Washington and Paradise in California.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Mount Rainier and Paradise. 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.