How far is Lacey, WA from Centralia, WA?
The driving distance from Lacey, WA to Centralia, WA is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km), with a travel time of about 00h 36m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 13m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT.
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City in Thurston County, Washington, United States
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lacey and Centralia.
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Start on College Street Southeast
1.6 km · 2 min · College Street Southeast
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Turn right onto Martin Way East
722 ft · 18 sec · Martin Way East
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Take the ramp right toward I 5 South: Portland
1031 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
25.7 mi · 29 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Harrison Avenue, Factory Outlet Way
2068 ft · 56 sec
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Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Harrison Avenue
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Continue on West Main Street
1 km · 2 min · West Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
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Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
I 5 South
Merge slight left
25.7 mi · 00h 29m
Route Summary
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A short regional drive
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
Sunny leaving Lacey and Sunny near Centralia.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lacey to Centralia?
The road trip is about 28.9 miles (46.5 km) and usually takes 00h 36m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Tenino is a useful midpoint, sitting about 14.4 miles from Lacey and 14.5 miles from Centralia.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 22.8 miles (36.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.1 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:16 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $5.34 one way or $10.68 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 9.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Lacey and Sunny near Centralia.
Stop Ideas Near Tenino
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
City of Lacey - City Hall Parking
Olympia City Hall
Lacey Community Center
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Tenino.
Centennial Station
Centralia station
Tacoma Dome Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lacey and Centralia. Straight-line distance: 22.83 mi (36.74 km).
#1 Lacey
The most populous city in Thurston County, Washington.
| Population | 54,178 |
| Coordinates | 47.0342600, -122.8231900 |
| Altitude | 62 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Centralia
City in Washington State
| Population | 17,995 |
| Coordinates | 46.7162100, -122.9543000 |
| Altitude | 57 |
| Country | United States |
End: Centralia (-122.9543, 46.71621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 47 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 00h 57m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 34m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 28m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 24m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 21m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $5.34 | $10.68 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $5.89 | $11.77 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $5.58 | $11.15 |
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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