How far is Kelso, WA from Marysville, WA?
The driving distance from Kelso, WA to Marysville, WA is about 159.7 miles (257 km), with a travel time of about 02h 49m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 136 miles (218.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 38m 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
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 49m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in the state of Washington
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 Kelso and Marysville.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kelso and Marysville.
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Start on North 4th Avenue
10 m · 6 sec · North 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto Cowlitz Way
532 ft · 13 sec · Cowlitz Way
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Turn right onto North Pacific Avenue
900 ft · 25 sec · North Pacific Avenue
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Continue on North Kelso Avenue
1.1 km · 2 min · North Kelso Avenue
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Take the ramp left
1486 ft · 36 sec
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Merge slight left
92.4 mi · 1 hr 46 min
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Keep slight right
65.4 mi · 1 hr 22 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 528 East: Marysville
1114 ft · 30 sec
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Turn right onto 4th Street
1621 ft · 38 sec · 4th Street
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Turn right onto State Avenue
7 m · 1 sec · State Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · State Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kelso and Marysville.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
North Kelso Avenue
Merge slight left
92.4 mi · 01h 46m
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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Kelso and Mostly Sunny near Marysville.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kelso to Marysville?
The road trip is about 159.7 miles (257 km) and usually takes 02h 49m 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?
DuPont is a useful midpoint, sitting about 79.8 miles from Kelso and 79.9 miles from Marysville.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 136 miles (218.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 23.7 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 12:52 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $29.46 one way or $58.92 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 50 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kelso and Mostly Sunny near Marysville.
Stop Ideas Near DuPont
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Lakewood City Hall
Lacey Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to DuPont.
Centennial Station
Tacoma Dome Station
Centralia station
Tukwila station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kelso and Marysville. Straight-line distance: 136.04 mi (218.94 km).
#1 Kelso
Town and parish in Scottish Borders, Scotland
| Population | 12,438 |
| Coordinates | 46.1467800, -122.9084400 |
| Altitude | 23 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Marysville
The most populous city in Snohomish County, Washington.
| Population | 71,392 |
| Coordinates | 48.0517600, -122.1770800 |
| Altitude | 6 |
| Country | United States |
End: State Avenue (-122.177018, 48.05176)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 257 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 11m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 39m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 16m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 59m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.23 | $29.46 | $58.92 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $31.34 | $62.68 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $32.49 | $64.98 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $30.78 | $61.56 |
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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