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34m
Distance
22.5 mi
36 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
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Blurock Landing, WA
Harrison Reilly
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.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
11.3 miles from Blurock Landing, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
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.
Mostly flat terrain
Total Climb
254 ft
Total Descent
206 ft
Highest Point
177 ft
~9.4 mi in
Elevation Range
149 ft
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
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
| 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
Since this is a short 34-minute drive with zero planned stops, you have total flexibility to depart whenever it suits your schedule. You can easily complete the trip in one go, so there is no need to worry about pacing or intermediate rest breaks. Keep in mind that the turn-heavy nature of the route means it may take slightly longer if traffic is heavy, so plan your departure accordingly. Given the $5 fuel cost, you are well-positioned to fill up before you leave and reach your destination without needing to refuel along the way. Use the lack of required stops to your advantage by focusing on a direct, efficient transit between these two Washington locations.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
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 22.5 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Washougal, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Blurock Landing, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Blurock Landing, WA
This is one driving day of about 22.5 miles and 34m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Blurock Landing, WA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
A short stop after about 22.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Blurock Landing, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Washougal, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Washougal, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$4.72 one way
$9.44 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $4.93 | $9.86 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.11 | $10.22 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.00 | $10.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
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
Night in Blurock Landing on Sunday
Local time
10:35 PM
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
Night in Washougal on Sunday
Local time
10:35 PM
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
Along the Route
41°F
Vancouver, WA
11 mi in
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
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.
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