How far is Centralia, WA from Marysville, WA?

The driving distance from Centralia, WA to Marysville, WA is about 118 miles (189.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 11m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 23m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
118 mi
02h 11m
Flight
99.18 mi
159.62 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
99.18 mi
Kilometers
159.62 km
Flight Time
00h 11m

Driving Distance

Road route
118 mi
Kilometers
189.91 km
Drive Time
02h 11m

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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 11m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Marysville
Thu, Apr 23, 1:38 AM PDT
Return by in Centralia
Thu, Apr 23, 3:50 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Centralia
2026-04-22T23:26
Arrive Marysville
Thu, Apr 23, 1:38 AM PDT
Route Timing
02h 11m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:12 AM to 12:12 PM PDT

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

Leave by
2:06 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Centralia
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
Milton
WA

City in Washington, USA

From Centralia
59 mi
01h 05m
To Marysville
59.1 mi
01h 05m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph SW
Destination
55°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Centralia and Marysville.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Centralia and Marysville.

  1. 1

    Start on East Main Street

    1 km · 2 min · East Main Street

  2. 2

    Continue on Harrison Avenue

    1.1 km · 2 min · Harrison Avenue

  3. 3

    Take the ramp right toward I 5 North

    2312 ft · 56 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    50.3 mi · 1 hr

  5. 5

    Keep slight right

    65.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 528 East: Marysville

    1114 ft · 30 sec

  7. 7

    Turn right onto 4th Street

    1621 ft · 38 sec · 4th Street

  8. 8

    Turn right onto State Avenue

    7 m · 1 sec · State Avenue

  9. 9

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · State Avenue

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Centralia and Marysville.

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
9 steps
2 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
7.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 North
116 mi · 98%
Harrison Avenue
0.7 mi · 1%
East Main Street
0.64 mi · 1%
4th Street
0.31 mi
WA 528 East
0.21 mi
State Avenue
0 mi
Longest Stretch

I 5 North

Keep slight right

65.4 mi · 01h 22m

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 11m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 24m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+18.8 mi
99.2 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Milton
01h 05m from Centralia
Leave By
2:06 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Centralia and Light Rain Likely near Marysville.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Centralia to Marysville?

The road trip is about 118 miles (189.9 km) and usually takes 02h 11m 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?

Milton is a useful midpoint, sitting about 59 miles from Centralia and 59.1 miles from Marysville.

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

The direct path is about 99.2 miles (159.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.8 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 2:06 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.77 one way or $43.54 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 37 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Centralia and Light Rain Likely near Marysville.

Stop Ideas Near Milton

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

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Milton and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 5.8 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
City Hall Park
Scenic stop 12.3 mi away

City Hall Park

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 4.6/5 78 reviews Tourist attraction,Playground,Park
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 4.9 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 12.3 mi away

City of Normandy Park City Hall

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

8 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

24 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

39 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

41 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Centralia and Marysville. Straight-line distance: 99.18 mi (159.62 km).

Centralia

#1 Centralia

City in Washington State

Population17,995
Coordinates46.7162100, -122.9543000
Altitude57
CountryUnited States
Marysville

#2 Marysville

The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.

Population71,392
Coordinates48.0517600, -122.1770800
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: West Main Street (-122.954318, 46.716234)
End: State Avenue (-122.177018, 48.05176)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 190 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 55m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 57m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 21m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 58m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 41m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 28m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.16 gal
15.76 L · about $21.77
Round trip
$43.54
8.32 gal · 31.52 L
Estimated CO2
37 kg one way
Round trip: 73.9 kg / 163 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $21.77 $43.54
Mid-grade $5.57 $23.16 $46.32
Premium $5.77 $24.01 $48.01
Diesel $5.47 $22.74 $45.49

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 · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Centralia and Marysville. The current time is 23:26:28.

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.