Portland, Oregon to Tri-Cities: Road Trip Guide & Distance

174.9 miles 281.5 km · straight line
219.2 miles actual route 352.8 km · driving distance
4h 15min estimated drive time
$21 - $26 estimated fuel cost
~51min flight time
72° ENE bearing direction

How far is Portland, Oregon from Tri-Cities?

The distance from Portland, Oregon to Tri-Cities is 174.9 miles (281.5 km) as the crow flies. Tri-Cities is located ENE of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 219.2 miles, taking about 4h 15min. A direct flight would take roughly 51min. Both are located in United States — Portland, Oregon in Oregon and Tri-Cities 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. 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 Tri-Cities. 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 Tri-Cities

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 15min $21 - $26 Flexible stops
Fly ~51min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 6min $18–$33* Budget
Train ~4h 2min $26–$77* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portland, Oregon & Tri-Cities

Quick Facts

Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
Tri-Cities
46.25°N, 119.20°W
America/Los_Angeles
106m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 58 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 15 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 142.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM