How far is Mossyrock, WA from Fords Prairie, WA?
The driving distance from Mossyrock, WA to Fords Prairie, WA is about 35.8 miles (57.6 km), with a travel time of about 00h 48m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 37m 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.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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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.
This departure sits inside the recommended comfort window for the route.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Lewis County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mossyrock and Fords Prairie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mossyrock and Fords Prairie.
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Start on East Main Street
21 m · 6 sec · East Main Street
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Turn right onto Williams Street
1778 ft · 1 min · Williams Street
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Turn left
20.3 mi · 28 min
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Take the exit right toward I 5 North: Seattle
13.7 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Harrison Avenue, Factory Outlet Way
3007 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left
46 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Harrison Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · Harrison Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Harrison Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mossyrock and Fords Prairie.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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20.3 mi · 00h 28m
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.
Partly Sunny leaving Mossyrock and Partly Sunny near Fords Prairie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mossyrock to Fords Prairie?
The road trip is about 35.8 miles (57.6 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?
Napavine is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17.9 miles from Mossyrock and 18 miles from Fords Prairie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.8 miles (44.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 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 4:52 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.59 one way or $13.19 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 11.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Partly Sunny around Mossyrock and Partly Sunny near Fords Prairie.
Stop Ideas Near Napavine
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 Napavine.
Centralia station
Centennial Station
Kelso Multimodal Transportation Center
Astoria Transit Center
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mossyrock and Fords Prairie. Straight-line distance: 27.81 mi (44.75 km).
#1 Mossyrock
City in Lewis County, Washington, United States
| Population | 838 |
| Coordinates | 46.5295500, -122.4851100 |
| Altitude | 200 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Fords Prairie
Census designated place
| Population | 1,959 |
| Coordinates | 46.7351000, -122.9890200 |
| Altitude | 54 |
| Country | United States |
End: Fords Prairie (-122.98902, 46.7351)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 58 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 11m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 30m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 26m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $6.59 | $13.19 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $7.01 | $14.03 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $7.27 | $14.54 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $6.89 | $13.78 |
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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