Surrey to The Dalles: Road Trip Guide & Distance

254.6 miles 409.7 km · straight line
318.2 miles estimated 512.1 km · driving distance
6h 24min estimated drive time
CAD 52 - CAD 64 estimated fuel cost
~1h 1min flight time
162° SSE bearing direction

How far is Surrey from The Dalles?

The distance from Surrey to The Dalles is 254.6 miles (409.7 km) as the crow flies. The Dalles is located SSE of Surrey. By car, the driving distance is approximately 318.2 miles, taking about 6h 24min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 1min. Surrey is in British Columbia, Canada, while The Dalles is in Oregon, United States.

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. 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 Surrey and The Dalles. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Surrey to The Dalles

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 24min CAD 52 - CAD 64 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 1min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~7h 41min $25–$48* Budget
Train ~6h 5min $38–$111* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Surrey & The Dalles

Quick Facts

Surrey
49.11°N, 122.83°W
America/Vancouver
82m 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 85 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 21 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 97.8 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients