Portland, Oregon to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

72.8 miles 117.1 km · straight line
84.4 miles actual route 135.9 km · driving distance
1h 43min estimated drive time
$8 - $10 estimated fuel cost
~39min flight time · usually no direct flights
85° E bearing direction

How far is Portland, Oregon from The Dalles?

The distance from Portland, Oregon to The Dalles is 72.8 miles (117.1 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located E of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 84.4 miles, taking about 1h 43min. A direct flight would take roughly 39min. Both are located in United States.

This is a quick and easy drive, perfect for a day trip or weekend getaway. You can easily make the round trip in a single day. 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 Portland, Oregon and The Dalles. 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 The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 1h 43min $8 - $10 Flexible stops
Bus ~2h 4min $7–$13* Budget
Train ~1h 38min $10–$30* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portland, Oregon & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
The Dalles
45.59°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
77m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 24 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 6 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 342.2 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM