How far is Allyn, WA from Vancouver, WA?

Fastest route

Here are some tips and suggestions for your trip from Allyn, Washington, to Vancouver, Washington, covering a distance of approximately 142 miles (228 kilometers) via I-5 S. The estimated travel time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.

Directions

  1. πŸš— Get on US-101 S in Kamilche from WA-3 S.

    • Head south on WA-3 S toward Evans St.
    • Turn left onto N Front St.
    • Turn right onto E Railroad Ave.
    • Turn left at the 1st cross street onto S 1st St.
    • S 1st St turns slightly left and becomes WA-3 S/Olympic Hwy S.
    • Turn left to merge onto US-101 S toward Olympia.
  2. πŸ›£οΈ Take I-5 S to WA-501/E 15th St/Mill Plain Blvd in Vancouver. Take exit 1C from I-5 S.

    • I-5 S will take you through various cities and towns in Washington.
    • Keep left at the fork to stay on I-5 S, following signs for Vancouver/Portland.
    • Use the right 2 lanes to take exit 1C for WA-501/Mill Plain Boulevard toward City Centre/Port of Vancouver.
    • Keep right at the fork and merge onto WA-501/E 15th St/Mill Plain Blvd.
  3. πŸ—ΊοΈ Follow WA-501/E 15th St/Mill Plain Blvd and Washington St to your destination.

    • Continue on WA-501/E 15th St/Mill Plain Blvd until you reach Washington St.
    • Turn left onto Washington St, which will lead you to your destination in Vancouver, Washington.

Tips & Suggestions

  • β›½ Make sure your vehicle is fueled up before embarking on the journey.
  • πŸ• Check real-time traffic conditions on I-5 S and plan your departure accordingly to avoid delays.
  • 🍴 Pack some snacks and drinks for the trip to stay energized.
  • 🚧 Be aware of construction zones and roadwork that may slow down your travel.
  • πŸ“± Keep your GPS or navigation app handy in case you need to find alternative routes.
  • 🚘 Take regular breaks during the drive to stretch and rest, especially for longer trips.
  • πŸ“ Familiarize yourself with the route beforehand to feel more confident while driving.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
141.57 mi
02h 29m
Flight
120.96 mi
194.66 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

Learn Distance

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
120.96 mi
Kilometers
194.66 km
Flight Time
00h 14m

Driving Distance

Road route
141.57 mi
Kilometers
227.84 km
Drive Time
02h 29m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 29m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Vancouver
Wed, Apr 15, 5:20 AM PDT
Return by in Allyn
Wed, Apr 15, 7:49 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Allyn
2026-04-15T02:51
Arrive Vancouver
Wed, Apr 15, 5:20 AM PDT
Route Timing
02h 29m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:29 AM to 12:29 PM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
1:32 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Allyn
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

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.

Mid-route stop
Napavine
WA

City in Lewis County, Washington, United States

From Allyn
70.7 mi
01h 14m
To Vancouver
70.9 mi
01h 14m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
50Β°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 10 mph WSW
Destination
52Β°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
1 to 9 mph WSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Allyn and Vancouver.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Allyn and Vancouver.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    22 m Β· 10 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto East State Route 3

    17.6 mi Β· 28 min Β· East State Route 3

  3. 3

    Continue on East Pine Street

    1 km Β· 1 min Β· East Pine Street

  4. 4

    Turn left onto North Front Street

    874 ft Β· 17 sec Β· North Front Street

  5. 5

    Turn right onto East Railroad Avenue

    91 m Β· 13 sec Β· East Railroad Avenue

  6. 6

    Turn left onto South 1st Street

    2076 ft Β· 39 sec Β· South 1st Street

  7. 7

    Turn straight onto Olympic Highway South

    1 mi Β· 2 min Β· Olympic Highway South

  8. 8

    Continue on Southeast State Route 3

    1.2 mi Β· 2 min Β· Southeast State Route 3

  9. 9

    Continue on West Golden Pheasant Road

    664 ft Β· 21 sec Β· West Golden Pheasant Road

  10. 10

    Take the ramp left

    2203 ft Β· 1 min

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    16.7 mi Β· 22 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right to continue on I 5 South: Tumwater, Portland

    756 ft Β· 19 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Portland

    2984 ft Β· 1 min

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    95.8 mi Β· 1 hr 45 min

  15. 15

    Keep slight left

    6.2 mi Β· 8 min

  16. 16

    Take the exit slight right toward 4th Plain Boulevard

    955 ft Β· 23 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on 4th Plain Boulevard East

    74 m Β· 13 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard

    810 ft Β· 23 sec Β· East Fourth Plain Boulevard

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m Β· 1 sec Β· East Fourth Plain Boulevard

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Allyn and Vancouver.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
13.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
103 mi Β· 73%
East State Route 3
17.6 mi Β· 12%
West Golden Pheasant Road
17.2 mi Β· 12%
Southeast State Route 3
1.17 mi Β· 1%
Olympic Highway South
1.05 mi Β· 1%
East Pine Street
0.65 mi
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

95.8 mi Β· 01h 45m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 29m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 58m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+20.5 mi
121 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Napavine
01h 14m from Allyn
Leave By
1:32 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Allyn and Showers And Thunderstorms near Vancouver.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Allyn to Vancouver?

The road trip is about 141.5 miles (227.8 km) and usually takes 02h 29m 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 70.7 miles from Allyn and 70.9 miles from Vancouver.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 121 miles (194.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 20.5 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 1:32 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.17 one way or $52.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 44.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Allyn and Showers And Thunderstorms near Vancouver.

Stop Ideas Near Napavine

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
Local place coverage is thin around Napavine, so nearby transit and meeting points are shown instead.
Reviewed stop coverage is still thin around this midpoint, so practical transit waypoints are shown on the right.

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Napavine.

RAIL

Centralia station

16 mi away
210 Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Centennial Station

47 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center

48 mi away
501 South First Street
BUS

Astoria Transit Center

83 mi away
900 Marine Drive

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Allyn and Vancouver. Straight-line distance: 120.96 mi (194.66 km).

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#1 Allyn

Allyn is a place in Washington, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.3856500, -122.8276400
Altitude8
CountryUnited States
Vancouver

#2 Vancouver

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population186,192
Coordinates45.6387300, -122.6614900
Altitude52
CountryUnited States
Start: (-122.827571, 47.385839)
End: East Fourth Plain Boulevard (-122.661479, 45.638677)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 228 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 43m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 32m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 49m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 21m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 01m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 45m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
5 gal
18.91 L Β· about $26.17
Round trip
$52.33
10 gal Β· 37.82 L
Estimated CO2
44.4 kg one way
Round trip: 88.9 kg / 196 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $26.17 $52.33
Mid-grade $5.57 $27.84 $55.67
Premium $5.77 $28.86 $57.71
Diesel $5.47 $27.33 $54.67

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington Β· Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Allyn and Vancouver. The current time is 02:51:38.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.