Portland, Oregon to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance
How far is Portland, Oregon from Seattle?
The distance from Portland, Oregon to Seattle is 145.4 miles (234 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located N of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 174.1 miles, taking about 3h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Portland, Oregon in Oregon and Seattle in Washington.
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. 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 Portland, Oregon and Seattle. The driving distance uses an OSRM road-route result when route data is available. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.
How to Get from Portland, Oregon to Seattle
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Quick Facts
Did You Know?
- At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 48 hours of non-stop walking
- By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
- You could travel this distance about 171.3 times to circle the Earth's equator