How far is Algona, WA from Vancouver, WA?
The driving distance from Algona, WA to Vancouver, WA is about 145.6 miles (234.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 26m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115 miles (185.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 52m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 26m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lewis County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Algona and Vancouver.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Algona and Vancouver.
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Start on 1st Avenue North
1771 ft · 57 sec · 1st Avenue North
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Valley Highway North
2147 ft · 51 sec · West Valley Highway North
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Turn left onto Ellingson Road
75 m · 8 sec · Ellingson Road
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Take the ramp right toward WA 167 South: Tacoma
1907 ft · 29 sec
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Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway
5.5 mi · 7 min · Valley Freeway
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 512 West, WA 161 South: Puyallup, Olympia
1.5 km · 2 min
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Continue straight
11.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland
1.3 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
118.9 mi · 2 hr 13 min
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Keep slight left
6.2 mi · 8 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 4th Plain Boulevard
955 ft · 23 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 4th Plain Boulevard East
74 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard
810 ft · 23 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Algona and Vancouver.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 5 South
Merge slight left
119 mi · 02h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Sunny leaving Algona and Mostly Sunny near Vancouver.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Algona to Vancouver?
The road trip is about 145.6 miles (234.4 km) and usually takes 02h 26m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Napavine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.7 miles from Algona and 72.9 miles from Vancouver.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115 miles (185.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.6 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 1:38 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.90 one way or $53.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Algona and Mostly Sunny near Vancouver.
Stop Ideas Near Napavine
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Napavine.
Centralia station
Centennial Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Astoria Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Algona and Vancouver. Straight-line distance: 114.99 mi (185.06 km).
#1 Algona
City in King County, Washington, United States
| Population | 3,199 |
| Coordinates | 47.2789900, -122.2520600 |
| Altitude | 24 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Vancouver
The third most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 186,192 |
| Coordinates | 45.6387300, -122.6614900 |
| Altitude | 52 |
| Country | United States |
End: East Fourth Plain Boulevard (-122.661479, 45.638677)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $28.61 | $57.23 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $29.66 | $59.33 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $28.10 | $56.20 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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