Seattle to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

149.4 miles 240.4 km · straight line
244.9 miles actual route 394.1 km · driving distance
4h 42min estimated drive time
$24 - $29 estimated fuel cost
~48min flight time
158° SSE bearing direction

How far is Seattle from The Dalles?

The distance from Seattle to The Dalles is 149.4 miles (240.4 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located SSE of Seattle. By car, the driving distance is approximately 244.9 miles, taking about 4h 42min. A direct flight would take roughly 48min. Both are located in United States — Seattle in Washington and The Dalles in Oregon.

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 Seattle 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 Seattle to The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 42min $24 - $29 Flexible stops
Fly ~48min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 38min $20–$37* Budget
Train ~4h 28min $29–$86* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Seattle & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Seattle
47.61°N, 122.33°W
America/Los_Angeles
56m 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 50 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 12 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 166.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · OSRM