Portland, Oregon to Vancouver: Road Trip Guide & Distance

261.1 miles 420.2 km · straight line
316.2 miles actual route 508.8 km · driving distance
6h 28min estimated drive time
$30 - $37 estimated fuel cost
~1h 2min flight time
356° N bearing direction

How far is Portland, Oregon from Vancouver?

The distance from Portland, Oregon to Vancouver is 261.1 miles (420.2 km) as the crow flies. Vancouver is located N of Portland, Oregon. By car, the driving distance is approximately 316.2 miles, taking about 6h 28min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 2min. Portland, Oregon is in Oregon, United States, while Vancouver 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. Keep in mind this route crosses international borders. Don't forget your passport, and check current border crossing times and vehicle insurance requirements.

Coordinates come from public place data for Portland, Oregon and Vancouver. 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 Vancouver

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 28min $30 - $37 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 2min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 46min $25–$47* Budget
Train ~6h 9min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Portland, Oregon & Vancouver

Quick Facts

Portland, Oregon
45.52°N, 122.68°W
America/Los_Angeles
15m elevation
Vancouver
49.28°N, 123.12°W
America/Vancouver
70m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 87 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 22 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 95.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM