How far is Shadow, WA from Forks, WA?
The driving distance from Shadow, WA to Forks, WA is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 03m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 27.9 miles (44.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 06m 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.
Flight Distance
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 03m.
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 Clallam County, Washington
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Sunny
Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Shadow and Forks.
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Start on the route
9 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto Highway 112
22.3 mi · 39 min · Highway 112
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Turn left onto Burnt Mountain Road
10 mi · 17 min · Burnt Mountain Road
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Turn right
12.3 mi · 17 min
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South Forks Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Shadow and Forks.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Highway 112
Turn left onto Highway 112
22.3 mi · 00h 39m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Sunny leaving Shadow and Sunny near Forks.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Shadow to Forks?
The road trip is about 44.6 miles (71.7 km) and usually takes 01h 03m 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?
Port Angeles is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.2 miles from Shadow and 22.3 miles from Forks.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 27.9 miles (44.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.7 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 4:24 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.22 one way or $16.43 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Shadow and Sunny near Forks.
Stop Ideas Near Port Angeles
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 Port Angeles.
Stanwood station
Edmonds station
Skagit Transportation Center
Everett Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Shadow and Forks. Straight-line distance: 27.91 mi (44.92 km).
#1 Shadow
Shadow is a place in Washington, United States.
| Population | 0 |
| Coordinates | 48.1470300, -123.8577000 |
| Altitude | 64 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Forks
City in Clallam County, Washington
| Population | 3,914 |
| Coordinates | 47.9503600, -124.3854900 |
| Altitude | 93 |
| Country | United States |
End: South Forks Avenue (-124.385417, 47.950359)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 72 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 06m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 53m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 38m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 33m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $8.22 | $16.43 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $8.74 | $17.48 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $9.06 | $18.12 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $8.58 | $17.17 |
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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