Origin
Longview, WA
Late night in Longview on Saturday
Local time
5:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Longview, WA to Vancouver, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
48m
Distance
39.9 mi
64 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 44m
★
6 AM
0h 49m
8 AM
0h 57m
10 AM
0h 51m
12 PM
0h 51m
3 PM
0h 52m
5 PM
0h 56m
8 PM
0h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Longview, WA
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Trip Overview
Longview, WA to Vancouver, WA is 39.9 miles and takes about 48m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This route stays within Washington State, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. It's primarily a highway-focused drive, making it a straightforward and efficient trip. With no planned stops and a short duration, this journey is ideal for a quick transit or a day trip without needing an overnight stay. Consider this an easy hop between two Washington cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 48m. Total distance: 39.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
48m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is heavily influenced by its 87% highway share, meaning you'll spend most of your time on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 34.8 miles on I 5, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of the journey. You'll also navigate Tennant Way and 15th Avenue, which will likely involve more local traffic and potentially lower speed limits as you approach your destination. Expect a generally focused driving experience with minimal distractions on the main highway segments.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 34.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Tennant Way. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 39.9 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (Broadway Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 33.3 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Broadway Street
Enter roundabout onto Broadway Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
33.3 mi into trip
|
~39m in
|
I 5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
39.5 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Take the exit toward 4th Plain Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 1D
Toward 4th Plain Boulevard
8
39.7 mi into trip
|
~47m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 4th Plain Boulevard East
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward 4th Plain Boulevard East
6
39.8 mi into trip
|
~48m in
|
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 34.8 mi | 38m |
| Tennant Way | 3.1 mi | 4m |
| 15th Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Fourth Plain Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broadway Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Olympia Way | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 34.8 mi, about 38m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Longview, WA and Vancouver, WA.
1
Start on Olympia Way
120 ft
·
4 sec
·
Olympia Way
2
Enter roundabout onto Broadway Street
201 ft
·
9 sec
·
Broadway Street
3
Continue on Broadway Street
372 ft
·
14 sec
·
Broadway Street
4
Turn right onto 15th Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
15th Avenue
5
Turn left onto Tennant Way
3.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Tennant Way
6
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 South: Portland
7
Merge onto I 5
29 mi
·
30 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 1D
Toward 4th Plain Boulevard
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork
242 ft
·
13 sec
Toward 4th Plain Boulevard East
Use the left lane.
11
Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Use the left lane.
12
Arrive at destination
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20 mi from Longview, WA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 39.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 20 miles from Longview, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Vancouver, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Vancouver, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.35 one way
$16.70 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $8.76 | $17.52 |
| premium | $5.77 | $9.06 | $18.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.81 | $17.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12 | 0 | $4.19 | $1.92 |
| Efficient EV | 10 | 0 | $3.49 | $1.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16 | 0 | $5.59 | $2.55 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Vancouver, WA
Late night in Vancouver on Saturday
Local time
5:50 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Columbia City, OR
20 mi in
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
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
48m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Longview, WA to Vancouver, WA covers 39.9 miles and takes about 48m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Tennant Way, 15th Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 20 miles from Longview, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.35 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 39.9 miles you will encounter 10 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 33.3 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 39.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Longview, WA to Vancouver, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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