How far is Sequim, WA from Vancouver, WA?

The driving distance from Sequim, WA to Vancouver, WA is about 205.2 miles (330.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 38m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 169.9 miles (273.5 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 07h 16m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
Trip Tools

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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay. Copy the route link, send it to another device, or print a clean version before you head out.

Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
205.18 mi
03h 38m
Flight
169.93 mi
273.48 km direct

This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
169.93 mi
Kilometers
273.48 km
Flight Time
00h 20m

Driving Distance

Road route
205.18 mi
Kilometers
330.2 km
Drive Time
03h 38m

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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 03h 38m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Vancouver
Wed, Apr 22, 9:55 PM PDT
Return by in Sequim
Thu, Apr 23, 1:33 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Sequim
2026-04-22T18:16
Arrive Vancouver
Wed, Apr 22, 9:55 PM PDT
Route Timing
03h 38m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT
Leave early for more breathing room
Arrive between
9:38 AM to 11:38 AM PDT

An early departure helps you fit a real stop into the day without turning the return into a late-night drive.

Leave by
9:44 AM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 04h 00m at the destination.
Back in Sequim
9:00 PM PDT
Early departure recommended

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
Tumwater
WA

City in Thurston County, Washington, United States

From Sequim
102.5 mi
01h 49m
To Vancouver
102.7 mi
01h 49m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Wednesday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 mph NNW
Destination
58°F
Wednesday

Light Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
5 to 12 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Sequim and Vancouver.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Sequim and Vancouver.

  1. 1

    Start on South Sequim Avenue

    2558 ft · 1 min · South Sequim Avenue

  2. 2

    Take the ramp left

    1399 ft · 38 sec

  3. 3

    Merge slight left

    101.2 mi · 2 hr 19 min

  4. 4

    Keep slight right to continue on I 5 South: Tumwater, Portland

    756 ft · 19 sec

  5. 5

    Keep slight left to continue on I 5 South: Portland

    2984 ft · 1 min

  6. 6

    Merge slight left

    95.8 mi · 1 hr 45 min

  7. 7

    Keep slight left

    6.2 mi · 8 min

  8. 8

    Take the exit slight right toward 4th Plain Boulevard

    955 ft · 23 sec

  9. 9

    Keep slight left to continue on 4th Plain Boulevard East

    74 m · 13 sec

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard

    810 ft · 23 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Sequim and Vancouver.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
11 steps
1 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
2 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
5.4 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
103 mi · 50%
South Sequim Avenue
102 mi · 50%
4th Plain Boulevard
0.18 mi
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
0.15 mi
4th Plain Boulevard East
0.05 mi
Longest Stretch

South Sequim Avenue

Merge slight left

101 mi · 02h 19m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A longer out-and-back drive

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

Drive Time
03h 38m
Long day trip
Same-Day Return
07h 16m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+35.3 mi
169.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Tumwater
01h 49m from Sequim
Leave By
9:44 AM PDT
Early departure recommended
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Sequim and Light Rain near Vancouver.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Sequim to Vancouver?

The road trip is about 205.2 miles (330.2 km) and usually takes 03h 38m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Tumwater is a useful midpoint, sitting about 102.5 miles from Sequim and 102.7 miles from Vancouver.

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

The direct path is about 169.9 miles (273.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 35.3 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 9:44 AM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $37.89 one way or $75.77 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 64.3 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Sequim and Light Rain near Vancouver.

Stop Ideas Near Tumwater

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 Tumwater and the surrounding midpoint area.
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Scenic stop 4.5 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 2.2 mi away

Olympia Urban Forestry

Olympia , WA
601 4th Ave E, Olympia, WA 98501
Forestry service,City government office
Olympia City Hall
Meeting point 2.2 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 5.6 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 Tumwater.

RAIL

Centennial Station

9 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Centralia station

32 mi away
210 Railroad Avenue
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

45 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

71 mi away
7301 South 158th St.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Sequim and Vancouver. Straight-line distance: 169.93 mi (273.48 km).

Sequim

#1 Sequim

City in Clallam County, Washington, United States

Population7,780
Coordinates48.0796300, -123.1023400
Altitude55
CountryUnited States
Vancouver

#2 Vancouver

The third most populous city in Washington.

Population186,192
Coordinates45.6387300, -122.6614900
Altitude52
CountryUnited States
Start: South Sequim Avenue (-123.102342, 48.079632)
End: East Fourth Plain Boulevard (-122.661479, 45.638677)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 330 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)06h 50m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)05h 07m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)04h 06m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)03h 25m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)02h 55m
80 mph (129 km/h)02h 33m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
7.24 gal
27.41 L · about $37.89
Round trip
$75.77
14.48 gal · 54.82 L
Estimated CO2
64.3 kg one way
Round trip: 128.7 kg / 284 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $37.89 $75.77
Mid-grade $5.57 $40.31 $80.61
Premium $5.77 $41.78 $83.56
Diesel $5.47 $39.58 $79.16

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 Sequim and Vancouver. The current time is 18:16:48.

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.