How far is Redmond, WA from Longview, WA?

The driving distance from Redmond, WA to Longview, WA is about 137.1 miles (220.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 47m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 34m 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
137.14 mi
02h 47m
Flight
112.9 mi
181.69 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
112.9 mi
Kilometers
181.69 km
Flight Time
00h 13m

Driving Distance

Road route
137.14 mi
Kilometers
220.7 km
Drive Time
02h 47m

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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 47m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Longview
Thu, Apr 23, 1:37 AM PDT
Return by in Redmond
Thu, Apr 23, 4:25 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Redmond
2026-04-22T22:50
Arrive Longview
Thu, Apr 23, 1:37 AM PDT
Route Timing
02h 47m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:47 AM to 12:47 PM PDT

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

Leave by
12:56 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Redmond
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
Olympia
WA

The capital of Washington state.

From Redmond
68.5 mi
01h 23m
To Longview
68.6 mi
01h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
55°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph SSW
Destination
57°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
3 to 8 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Redmond and Longview.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Redmond and Longview.

  1. 1

    Start on 164th Avenue Northeast

    609 ft · 24 sec · 164th Avenue Northeast

  2. 2

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northeast 76th Street

    2 m · 1 sec · Northeast 76th Street

  3. 3

    Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 76th Street

    614 ft · 21 sec · Northeast 76th Street

  4. 4

    Turn slight left onto Leary Way

    1830 ft · 58 sec · Leary Way

  5. 5

    Take the ramp straight toward WA 520 West

    2015 ft · 51 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    1.1 km · 54 sec

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward Northeast 40th Street

    2259 ft · 32 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 520 West: Seattle

    1 km · 49 sec

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    2.8 mi · 3 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Renton

    1445 ft · 35 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    14.8 mi · 18 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  13. 13

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 25 min

  14. 14

    Keep slight right

    93.1 mi · 1 hr 47 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward North Kelso Avenue

    1596 ft · 39 sec

  16. 16

    Turn right onto North Kelso Avenue

    3274 ft · 2 min · North Kelso Avenue

  17. 17

    Continue on North Pacific Avenue

    900 ft · 29 sec · North Pacific Avenue

  18. 18

    Turn right onto Cowlitz Way

    1 km · 2 min · Cowlitz Way

  19. 19

    Continue on Washington Way

    1.1 km · 2 min · Washington Way

  20. 20

    Turn left onto 15th Avenue

    1226 ft · 43 sec · 15th Avenue

  21. 21

    Turn right onto Hudson Street

    45 m · 9 sec · Hudson Street

  22. 22

    Turn right onto Olympia Way

    94 m · 10 sec · Olympia Way

  23. 23

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · Olympia Way

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Redmond and Longview.

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
23 steps
8 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
11
4 merges, 7 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
16.8 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
114 mi · 83%
I 405 South
15.1 mi · 11%
WA 520 West
4.54 mi · 3%
North Kelso Avenue
0.92 mi · 1%
Washington Way
0.69 mi · 1%
Cowlitz Way
0.65 mi
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Keep slight right

93.1 mi · 01h 47m

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 47m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
05h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+24.2 mi
112.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Olympia
01h 23m from Redmond
Leave By
12:56 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Redmond and Light Rain Likely near Longview.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Redmond to Longview?

The road trip is about 137.1 miles (220.7 km) and usually takes 02h 47m 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?

Olympia is a useful midpoint, sitting about 68.5 miles from Redmond and 68.6 miles from Longview.

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

The direct path is about 112.9 miles (181.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 24.2 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 12:56 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.33 one way or $50.66 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 43 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Redmond and Light Rain Likely near Longview.

Stop Ideas Near Olympia

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 Olympia and the surrounding midpoint area.
Stop photo coming soon
Scenic stop 2 mi away

City of Lacey - City Hall Parking

Olympia , WA
402 College St SE, Olympia, WA 98503
Parking lot
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 1.4 mi away

Olympia Urban Forestry

Olympia , WA
601 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Forestry service,City government office
Olympia City Hall
Meeting point 1.4 mi away

Olympia City Hall

Olympia , WA
601 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Rating 3.2/5 17 reviews City Hall,City government office,Government
Lacey Community Center
Nearby stop 3.4 mi away

Lacey Community Center

Olympia , WA
6729 Pacific Ave SE, Olympia, WA 98503
Rating 4.5/5 280 reviews Community center

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Centennial Station

10 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Centralia station

36 mi away
210 Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

43 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

68 mi away
7301 South 158th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Redmond and Longview. Straight-line distance: 112.9 mi (181.69 km).

Redmond

#1 Redmond

The second most populous city in King County, Washington.

Population72,507
Coordinates47.6739900, -122.1215100
Altitude13
CountryUnited States
Longview

#2 Longview

City in Washington state, United States

Population38,515
Coordinates46.1381700, -122.9381700
Altitude6
CountryUnited States
Start: Redmond (-122.12151, 47.67399)
End: Longview (-122.93817, 46.13817)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 221 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 34m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 25m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 44m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 17m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 57m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 42m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.84 gal
18.32 L · about $25.33
Round trip
$50.66
9.68 gal · 36.64 L
Estimated CO2
43 kg one way
Round trip: 86 kg / 190 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $25.33 $50.66
Mid-grade $5.57 $26.94 $53.89
Premium $5.77 $27.93 $55.86
Diesel $5.47 $26.46 $52.92

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 Redmond and Longview. The current time is 22:50:24.

Distance to Other Cities

Planning a road trip? See the full trip guide on Trip.ovh — stops, fuel costs, weather, and departure timing.

How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.