The Dalles to Tri-Cities: Road Trip Guide & Distance

105.4 miles 169.6 km · straight line
131.7 miles estimated 212 km · driving distance
2h 39min estimated drive time
$13 - $16 estimated fuel cost
~43min flight time · usually no direct flights
64° ENE bearing direction

How far is The Dalles from Tri-Cities?

The distance from The Dalles to Tri-Cities is 105.4 miles (169.6 km) as the crow flies. Tri-Cities is located ENE of The Dalles. By car, the driving distance is approximately 131.7 miles, taking about 2h 39min. A direct flight would take roughly 43min. Both are located in United States — The Dalles 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 The Dalles and Tri-Cities. 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 The Dalles to Tri-Cities

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 2h 39min $13 - $16 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 11min $11–$20* Budget
Train ~2h 31min $16–$46* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between The Dalles & Tri-Cities

Quick Facts

The Dalles
45.59°N, 121.18°W
America/Los_Angeles
77m 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 35 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 9 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 236.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients