Distance Guide
How far is Seattle from Portland?
The distance between Seattle, WA and Portland, OR is about 145 miles — roughly a 2 hr 38 min drive at typical highway speeds.
Distance
145 mi
Drive time
2 hr 38 min
Midpoint
46.561°, -122.505°
Driving from Seattle to Portland
Most drivers cover the 145-mile route in about 2 hr 38 min, depending on traffic, weather, and stops. The fair midpoint lands Centralia or Chehalis — a natural place to break the trip or meet someone driving from the other direction.
Meet in the middle instead of driving the whole way
If you and a friend are both making this trip just to see each other, meeting halfway saves everyone roughly half the drive — about 73 miles each instead of 145. MidMeetup picks the exact fair midpoint and recommends restaurants, coffee shops, and bars nearby.
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