Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
34m
Distance
22.5 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Blurock Landing, WA
Harrison Reilly
Washougal, WA
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If you are looking for a quick excursion within the Pacific Coast region, the 22.5-mile journey from Blurock Landing to Washougal is a straightforward option. Expect to spend about 34 minutes behind the wheel, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will navigate primarily via Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway, Lewis and Clark Highway, and Northwest Lower River Road. With a fuel budget of just $5, it is an incredibly affordable route for a local getaway. Since both towns reside in Washington, you will enjoy a consistent coastal atmosphere throughout the entire drive.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway | 11.8 mi | 14m |
| Lewis and Clark Highway | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| Northwest Lower River Road | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| West Mill Plain Boulevard | 1.4 mi | 3m |
| Washington Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Washougal River Road | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Fourth Plain Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| G Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Blurock Landing, WA and Washougal, WA.
Start on this road
Turn right onto WA 501
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 501
Continue on WA 501
Continue on WA 501
Turn right onto Washington Street
Take the ramp
Continue on WA 14
Continue on WA 14
Enter roundabout onto Washougal River Road
Continue on Washougal River Road
Turn right onto G Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 22.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 501 / Northwest Lower River Road
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn right onto Washington Street
Navigation decision point
Enter roundabout onto Washougal River Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Turn right onto G Street
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$4.71 one way
$9.42 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $4.94 | $9.88 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.97 | $9.94 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.36 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.97 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.15 | $1.44 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Morning in Blurock Landing on Sunday
Local time
8:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 10:35AM PDT until April 12 at 8:28PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Morning in Washougal on Sunday
Local time
8:12 AM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Showers And Thunderstorms
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 11 at 10:35AM PDT until April 12 at 8:28PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Time zone
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Prepare for a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention rather than a monotonous highway cruise. You will find no interstate travel here, as the route maintains a 0% highway share, keeping you on slower, more technical roads. The longest uninterrupted section you will encounter is the 11.8-mile stretch along Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway. Because the road profile is consistently winding, you should anticipate a hands-on driving experience that changes rhythm as you transition between the various local segments. It is a compact trip, but the constant turns ensure you stay engaged with the road from start to finish.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near WA 501 / Northwest Lower River Road.
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.5 miles you will encounter 7 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (WA 501 / Northwest Lower River Road): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 5.3 miles (Washington Street): Navigation decision point; at 22 miles (Washougal River Road): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
254 ft
Total Descent
206 ft
Highest Point
177 ft
~9.4 mi in
Elevation Range
149 ft
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 34m. Total distance: 22.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
34m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and USGS 3DEP for elevation. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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