Nanaimo to Picnic Point-North Lynnwood: Road Trip Guide & Distance

117.4 miles 188.9 km · straight line
146.7 miles estimated 236.1 km · driving distance
2h 57min estimated drive time
CAD 24 - CAD 29 estimated fuel cost
~44min flight time · usually no direct flights
139° SE bearing direction

How far is Nanaimo from Picnic Point-North Lynnwood?

The distance from Nanaimo to Picnic Point-North Lynnwood is 117.4 miles (188.9 km) as the crow flies. Picnic Point-North Lynnwood is located SE of Nanaimo. By car, the driving distance is approximately 146.7 miles, taking about 2h 57min. A direct flight would take roughly 44min. Nanaimo is in British Columbia, Canada, while Picnic Point-North Lynnwood is in Washington, 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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. 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 Nanaimo and Picnic Point-North Lynnwood. 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 Nanaimo to Picnic Point-North Lynnwood

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 57min CAD 24 - CAD 29 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 32min $12–$22* Budget
Train ~2h 48min $18–$51* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Nanaimo & Picnic Point-North Lynnwood

Quick Facts

Nanaimo
49.17°N, 123.94°W
America/Vancouver
16m elevation
Picnic Point-North Lynnwood
47.86°N, 122.30°W
America/Los_Angeles
149m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 39 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 212.1 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients