Bridgeport to Vancouver is 351.2 miles and takes about 7h 20m via Columbia River Highway, Evergreen Highway, and I 82, with a fuel budget near $78 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Washington to another part of the Pacific Coast, primarily utilizing highways but also incorporating surface roads. With a recommended single day of travel, it offers a direct route that balances efficient driving with some scenic stretches. Consider this trip if you're looking for a straightforward drive across the state with a moderate fuel cost.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
175.6 miles from Bridgeport, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 53m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Columbia River Highway
95 mi
1h 48m
Evergreen Highway
60.1 mi
1h 10m
I 82
49.1 mi
54m
I 90
40.6 mi
43m
Coulee Corridor
21.4 mi
29m
State Route 17
20 mi
35m
Basin Street Southwest
19.9 mi
26m
R Road Northeast
12.1 mi
21m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 95 mi, about 1h 48m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,741 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,308
Quietest
1 AM
~160 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bridgeport, WA and Vancouver, WA.
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Start on WA 173
0.2 mi·19 sec·Columbia Avenue
2
Continue on WA 173
434 ft·8 sec·17th Street
3
Turn slight left onto WA 173
0.8 mi·1 min·Foster Creek Avenue
4
Turn right onto WA 17
16 mi·27 min·State Route 17
5
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 17
0.2 mi·21 sec·State Route 17
6
Continue on WA 17
5.4 mi·9 min·Leahy Road South
7
Continue on WA 17
12 mi·21 min·R Road Northeast
8
Continue on WA 17
3.9 mi·6 min·State Route 17
9
Turn left onto US 2; WA 17
1.6 mi·1 min·Sunset Highway
10
Turn sharp right onto WA 17
21 mi·29 min·Coulee Corridor
11
Turn right onto WA 28
3.7 mi·5 min·WA 28
12
Turn left onto Alder Street Northwest
1.6 mi·2 min·Alder Street Northwest
13
Continue on Alder Street Southwest
0.4 mi·56 sec·Alder Street Southwest
14
Turn right onto 5th Avenue Southwest
392 ft·16 sec·5th Avenue Southwest
15
Turn left onto WA 28
20 mi·26 min·Basin Street Southwest
16
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
17
Merge onto I 90
41 mi·43 min·I 90
18
Take the exit
1.4 mi·2 min
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
19
Merge onto I 82; US 97
31 mi·33 min·I 82; US 97
20
Continue on I 82; US 12; US 97
5.9 mi·7 min·I 82; US 12; US 97
21
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
12 mi·13 min·I 82; US 12
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Toward SR 22 East: Toppenish, Buena
23
Turn right onto WA 22
1.8 mi·2 min·Evergreen Highway
24
Continue on WA 22
0.8 mi·1 min·Buena Way
25
Turn right onto WA 22
0.7 mi·1 min·South Elm Street
26
Continue on US 97
58 mi·1 hr 7 min·Evergreen Highway
27
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97
0.2 mi·33 sec·US 97
28
At end of road, turn left onto US 97; WA 14
0.5 mi·33 sec·Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
29
Turn right onto US 97
2.4 mi·2 min·United States Route 97
30
Take the exit
385 ft·9 sec
31
Continue on this road
0.1 mi·17 sec·this road
32
Merge onto I 84; US 30
95 mi·1 hr 48 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight lane.
33
Take the exit
0.4 mi·29 sec
Exit 9Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle, Portland Airport
34
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·28 sec
Toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland AirportUse the slight right lane.
35
Merge onto I 205
4.2 mi·5 min·I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
36
Take the exit
0.2 mi·41 sec
Exit 27Toward WA 14: Vancouver, CamasUse the slight right lane.
37
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·49 sec
Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City CenterUse the slight right lane.
38
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·37 sec
Toward WA 14 WestUse the straight lane.
39
Merge onto WA 14
5.4 mi·6 min·Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
40
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·55 sec
Toward I 5 North: SeattleUse the slight right lane.
41
Merge onto I 5
451 ft·7 sec·I 5
42
Take the exit
0.1 mi·17 sec
Exit 1D; 1CToward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
43
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Exit 1DToward 4th Plain BoulevardUse the straight / slight right lanes.
44
Keep slight left at fork
220 ft·12 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
45
Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard
100 ft·2 sec·East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
46
Arrive at destination
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Trip Plan
With a drive time of 7h 20m, leaving Bridgeport in the morning should allow ample daylight to reach Vancouver. There are 2 recommended stops, which is a good number to break up the 351.2 miles without feeling rushed. Pay attention to the 95-mile stretch on the Columbia River Highway; while it's part of your main roads, it's not interstate, so adjust your pace accordingly. Given the $78 fuel cost, it's wise to fill up before departing Bridgeport to ensure you have a full tank for the varied road types ahead.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 175.6 miles from Bridgeport, WA, or about 3h 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 95 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 77 miles or 2h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 175.6 miles or 3h 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 6h 8m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Vancouver, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bridgeport, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Bridgeport, WA
This is one driving day of about 351.2 miles and 7h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 77 miles from Bridgeport, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on Columbia River Highway for about 95 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 32
5 decision points cluster between mile 339.1 and 350.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
339.1 mi into trip|~7h 2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport
8
343.6 mi into trip|~7h 9m in
Take the exit toward WA 14: Vancouver, Camas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 27
Toward WA 14: Vancouver, Camas
8
343.8 mi into trip|~7h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City Center
9
350.3 mi into trip|~7h 18m in
Take the exit toward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1D; 1C
Toward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain...
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350.5 mi into trip|~7h 19m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 4th Plain Boulevard
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1D
Toward 4th Plain Boulevard
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$68.41 one way
$136.83 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg123 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$71.68
$143.36
premium
$5.39
$74.54
$149.08
diesel
$4.80
$66.31
$132.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 122.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $37 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
105.4
1
$36.88
$16.86
Efficient EV
87.8
1
$30.73
$14.05
EV Truck/SUV
140.5
1
$49.17
$22.48
Gas CO2
123 kg
EV CO2
41 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Forecast as of Jul 17, 2026
Origin
Bridgeport, WA
Late night
in Bridgeport on Sunday
Local time
1:16 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Chance Showers And Thunderstorms
SW 3 mph25% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 3:34AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 16 at 8:50PM PDT until July 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Vancouver, WA
Late night
in Vancouver on Sunday
Local time
1:16 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Partly Cloudy
NNW 1 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement issued July 17 at 3:34AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 16 at 8:50PM PDT until July 17 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
7h 20m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route features a 34% highway share, meaning you'll spend a good portion of the 7h 20m trip on faster roads. However, be prepared for a longest stretch of 95 miles on the Columbia River Highway, which suggests a more cruising-oriented experience for that segment. The profile is mixed highway and surface, so expect transitions between higher-speed travel and more local road conditions. You'll notice the change from faster interstate driving to potentially more built-up areas with varying speed limits as you approach your destination.
34% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
46 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 95 mi on Columbia River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 339.1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 32 significant decision points across 351.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 339.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 343.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 343.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,195 ft50 ft
Total Climb
3,947 ft
Total Descent
4,613 ft
Highest Point
2,195 ft
~150.5 mi in
Elevation Range
2,144 ft
Notable High Points
2,178 ft at ~25.1 miles+1,033 ft prominence
2,195 ft at ~150.5 miles+634 ft prominence
1,946 ft at ~225.8 miles+659 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Bridgeport, WA to Vancouver, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Buena along the way.
Bridgeport is a town of 2,600 people in the Columbia River Plateau of Washington State. It has over 1.5 mi (2.4 km) of Columbia River waterfront within the City Limits.
Vancouver is a city in southwest Washington State, immediately north of the border with Oregon. The city was established around Fort Vancouver, a fur trading outpost dating back to 1824, making this one of the oldest continuously-inhabited European communities in the Pacific Northwest. Two bridges across the Columbia River connect Vancouver to the rest of the Portland Metropolitan Area.
Top landmarks
•Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site of the United States in Washington (state)
•Interstate Bridge — highway bridge in Oregon and Washington, USA
•Kiggins Theatre — single-screen theatre located in downtown Vancouver, WA
Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 20m. Total distance: 351.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
7h 20m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 95 miles on Columbia River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Vancouver, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 339.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 343.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 343.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.3 hours each way, a round trip means 14.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Vancouver, WA before the return drive.
