Mount Vernon, Washington to Port Alberni: Road Trip Guide & Distance

125.8 miles 202.4 km · straight line
157.2 miles estimated 253 km · driving distance
3h 10min estimated drive time
$15 - $19 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time
298° WNW bearing direction

How far is Mount Vernon, Washington from Port Alberni?

The distance from Mount Vernon, Washington to Port Alberni is 125.8 miles (202.4 km) as the crow flies. Port Alberni is located WNW of Mount Vernon, Washington. By car, the driving distance is approximately 157.2 miles, taking about 3h 10min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Mount Vernon, Washington is in Washington, United States, while Port Alberni is in British Columbia, Canada.

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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements. 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 Mount Vernon, Washington and Port Alberni. 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 Mount Vernon, Washington to Port Alberni

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 10min $15 - $19 Flexible stops
Fly ~45min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~3h 48min $13–$24* Budget
Train ~3h 1min $19–$55* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Mount Vernon, Washington & Port Alberni

Quick Facts

Mount Vernon, Washington
48.42°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
29m elevation
Port Alberni
49.24°N, 124.80°W
America/Vancouver
22m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 42 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 198 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients