Distance from Portland to Seattle (United States)

The distance between Portland, Oregon and Seattle, Washington is 233 kilometers (145 miles).

Portland, Oregon, United States

Seattle, Washington, United States

Portland is located in the northwestern United States, while Seattle is situated further north in the same region, both cities are part of the Pacific Northwest and are known for their vibrant urban environments. The straight-line distance between them is 233 kilometers, heading north.

Portland is at only 15 meters above sea level, while Seattle is at 56 meters.

Driving route

The drive from Portland to Seattle follows Interstate 5, passing through cities like Vancouver and Olympia, with scenic views of the Cascade Range and the Columbia River along the way.

Lugares de interés en la ruta: Columbia River, Mount St. Helens, Olympia, Tacoma Dome.

Travel information

Summary

The trip from Portland to Seattle crosses the Columbia River and passes Mount St. Helens, offering views of the Cascade Range.

Best time to travel

Travel in late spring for mild weather and blooming landscapes, or in early fall for fewer tourists and pleasant temperatures.

Climate

Seattle generally experiences cooler and wetter conditions compared to Portland, with more frequent rain throughout the year.

Accessibility

Seattle offers extensive public transportation and accessible facilities, similar to Portland, making it convenient for visitors with mobility needs.

Travel time

Mode Estimated time
Walk 2-3 days
Bicycle 10-12 hours
Motorcycle 3-4 hours
Car 3-4 hours
Helicopter 1-2 hours
Speed Time
30 km/h
60 km/h
90 km/h
120 km/h
Portland, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 45.5235° N 122.6762° W

Elevation: 15 m (49 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Portland International Airport (PDX)
  • Portland-Hillsboro Airport (HIO)
  • Portland Troutdale Airport (TTD)
  • Mc Minnville Municipal Airport (MMV)
  • Southwest Washington Regional Airport (KLS)
Seattle, United States

Local time:

Time Zone: America/Los_Angeles

Coordinates: 47.6062° N 122.3321° W

Elevation: 56 m (184 ft)


Nearby airports:
  • Lake Union Seaplane Base (LKE)
  • Boeing Field King County International Airport (BFI)
  • Renton Municipal Airport (RNT)
  • Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA)
  • Snohomish County Airport (Paine Field) (PAE)

Other distances from Portland

Distance between cities Kilometers
From Portland to New York City 3,936 km
From Portland to Los Angeles 1,328 km
From Portland to Chicago 2,830 km
From Portland to Houston 2,954 km
From Portland to Phoenix 1,618 km

Other distances from Seattle

Distances between cities Kilometers
From Seattle to New York City 3,876 km
From Seattle to Los Angeles 1,544 km
From Seattle to Chicago 2,796 km
From Seattle to Houston 3,043 km
From Seattle to Phoenix 1,793 km

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