How far is Lake Cavanaugh, WA from Lyman, WA?
The driving distance from Lake Cavanaugh, WA to Lyman, WA is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 14 miles (22.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 36m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
Reverse, save, or send this route
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.
This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
Flight Distance
Driving Distance
Gas Cost Calculator
Leave and Arrive Planner
Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.
Drive time stays fixed at 00h 48m.
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 Skagit County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.
Slight Chance Light Rain
Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Lake Cavanaugh and Lyman.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lake Cavanaugh and Lyman.
-
1
Start on East Tree Bark Lane
96 m · 16 sec · East Tree Bark Lane
-
2
At the end of the road, turn left onto West Shore Drive
1.1 km · 2 min · West Shore Drive
-
3
Continue on West Shore Drive
35 m · 5 sec · West Shore Drive
-
4
Turn right onto South Shore Drive
1 km · 2 min · South Shore Drive
-
5
Turn left onto Lake Cavanaugh Road
10.2 mi · 17 min · Lake Cavanaugh Road
-
6
Turn right onto State Route 9
5.4 mi · 9 min · State Route 9
-
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward State Route 9
10 m · 1 sec · State Route 9
-
8
Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
3.4 mi · 7 min · State Route 9
-
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 9
25 m · 1 sec · State Route 9
-
10
Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
2.2 mi · 4 min · State Route 9
-
11
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 9
24 m · 2 sec · State Route 9
-
12
Exit the roundabout onto State Route 9
2296 ft · 50 sec · State Route 9
-
13
At the end of the road, turn right onto North Cascades Highway
860 ft · 23 sec · North Cascades Highway
-
14
Continue on Borseth Street
121 m · 10 sec · Borseth Street
-
15
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Borseth Street
42 m · 2 sec · Borseth Street
-
16
Exit the roundabout onto Borseth Street
1141 ft · 28 sec · Borseth Street
-
17
Continue on West Moore Street
110 m · 6 sec · West Moore Street
-
18
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward West Moore Street
34 m · 2 sec · West Moore Street
-
19
Exit the roundabout onto West Moore Street
1.5 km · 2 min · West Moore Street
-
20
Continue on North Cascades Highway
7.8 mi · 11 min · North Cascades Highway
-
21
Turn right onto Prevdell Street
981 ft · 44 sec · Prevdell Street
-
22
Turn right onto West Main Street
95 m · 14 sec · West Main Street
-
23
Turn right
47 m · 11 sec
-
24
Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Lake Cavanaugh and Lyman.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
Lake Cavanaugh Road
Turn left onto Lake Cavanaugh Road
10.2 mi · 00h 17m
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.
Slight Chance Light Rain leaving Lake Cavanaugh and Mostly Sunny near Lyman.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Lake Cavanaugh to Lyman?
The road trip is about 32.7 miles (52.6 km) and usually takes 00h 48m 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?
Mount Vernon is a useful midpoint, sitting about 16.3 miles from Lake Cavanaugh and 16.3 miles from Lyman.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 14 miles (22.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.7 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 4:54 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.02 one way or $12.04 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain around Lake Cavanaugh and Mostly Sunny near Lyman.
Stop Ideas Near Mount Vernon
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 Mount Vernon.
Skagit Transportation Center
Stanwood station
Bellingham station
Everett Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Lake Cavanaugh and Lyman. Straight-line distance: 14 mi (22.53 km).
#1 Lake Cavanaugh
Lake Cavanaugh is a place in Washington, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.3262200, -122.0209800 |
| Altitude | 309 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Lyman
Human settlement in Skagit County, Washington, United States of America
| Population | 475 |
| Coordinates | 48.5270500, -122.0618200 |
| Altitude | 29 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prevdell Street (-122.060872, 48.527029)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 53 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 32m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 24m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $6.02 | $12.04 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $6.40 | $12.80 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $6.64 | $13.27 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $6.29 | $12.57 |
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
Distance to Other Cities
Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.