Reno to Seattle: Road Trip Guide & Distance

572 miles 920.6 km · straight line
722.6 miles actual route 1162.9 km · driving distance
14h 39min estimated drive time
$70 - $86 estimated fuel cost
~1h 39min flight time
348° NNW bearing direction

How far is Reno from Seattle?

The distance from Reno to Seattle is 572 miles (920.6 km) as the crow flies. Seattle is located NNW of Reno. By car, the driving distance is approximately 722.6 miles, taking about 14h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 39min. Both are located in United States — Reno in Nevada and Seattle in Washington.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Reno 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 Reno to Seattle

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 14h 39min $70 - $86 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 39min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~17h 35min $58–$108* Budget
Train ~19h 3min $87–$253* Comfort

Flying saves significant time. Driving is better if you want flexibility and stops.

* Estimated range. Actual prices vary by date and provider.

Suggested Stops Between Reno & Seattle

Quick Facts

Reno
39.53°N, 119.81°W
America/Los_Angeles
1373m elevation
Seattle
47.61°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
56m elevation

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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 191 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 48 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 43.5 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM