Origin
Mill Plain, WA
Afternoon in Mill Plain on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 PM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
18m
Distance
10.6 mi
17 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mill Plain, WA
Dan Stone
Trip Overview
If you are traveling between Mill Plain and Vancouver, Washington, expect a quick and straightforward transit. This 10.6-mile trip typically takes about 18 minutes to complete, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey. You will navigate primarily via Northeast 29th Street, Northeast 172nd Avenue, and Northeast 39th Street. Since the total distance is quite short, there is no need for an overnight stay or complex planning. Budgeting around $2 for fuel should easily cover your needs for this local transit. Both your starting point and destination are situated within the Pacific Coast region, ensuring a consistent environment throughout your drive.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
5.3 miles from Mill Plain, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate experience. This route contains zero highway miles, meaning you will spend the entire time navigating local surface streets. Because the longest stretch is limited to 0 miles on Northeast 29th Street, you will find yourself making frequent adjustments and turns. The personality of this drive is functional and urban, requiring your full attention as you transition between the various neighborhood roads. You won't find any long, monotonous stretches here, so stay alert for the constant changes in your path.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Northeast 29th Street is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Northeast 29th Street | — | — |
| Northeast 172nd Avenue | — | — |
| Northeast 39th Street | — | — |
| Northeast 137th Avenue | — | — |
| Northeast 49th Street | — | — |
| Northeast 112th Avenue | — | — |
| Northeast Gher Road | — | — |
| WA 500 West | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Northeast 29th Street
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mill Plain, WA and Vancouver, WA.
1
Start on the route
0.1 mi
·
36 sec
·
the route
2
Turn left onto Northeast 29th Street
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
Northeast 29th Street
3
Turn right onto Northeast 172nd Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 172nd Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northeast 39th Street
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast 39th Street
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Northeast 137th Avenue
16 ft
·
Northeast 137th Avenue
6
Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 137th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Northeast 137th Avenue
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Northeast 137th Avenue
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
Northeast 137th Avenue
8
Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 137th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Northeast 137th Avenue
9
Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Northeast 49th Street
210 ft
·
4 sec
·
Northeast 49th Street
10
Exit the roundabout onto Northeast 49th Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 49th Street
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto Northeast 112th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
·
Northeast 112th Avenue
12
Continue on Northeast Gher Road
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
Northeast Gher Road
13
Turn left onto WA 500 West
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
·
WA 500 West
14
Merge slight left
5.4 mi
·
7 min
15
Merge slight left
0.2 mi
·
13 sec
16
Take the exit slight right toward 4th Plain Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
4th Plain Boulevard
17
Keep slight left to continue on 4th Plain Boulevard East
243 ft
·
13 sec
·
4th Plain Boulevard East
18
Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Fourth Plain Boulevard
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Since this is an 18-minute drive, you have the advantage of total flexibility in your departure time. You can easily complete the entire distance without needing to build in rest stops or meal breaks. Keep in mind that because this route relies entirely on local streets, traffic patterns on Northeast 172nd Avenue or Northeast 39th Street could slightly shift your arrival time. Given the low fuel cost of $2, you can focus your planning on navigating the multiple turns rather than worrying about gas stations. A helpful tip is to map out your specific turns on Northeast 29th Street ahead of time, as the high density of intersections makes it the most technical part of your 10.6-mile trip.
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.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 5.3 miles from Mill Plain, WA, or about 9m into the drive.
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 10.6 miles or 18m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 5.3 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 15m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Mill Plain, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Mill Plain, WA
This is one driving day of about 10.6 miles and 18m.
At 10.6 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 5.3 mi from Mill Plain, WA · 9m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 10.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 5.3 miles from Mill Plain, 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
$2.22 one way
$4.44 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.33 | $4.65 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.41 | $4.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.34 | $4.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
| Efficient EV | 2.7 | 0 | $0.93 | $0.42 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.48 | $0.68 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Afternoon in Vancouver on Wednesday
Local time
4:56 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
20 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
18m 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 Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA covers 10.6 miles and takes about 18m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Northeast 29th Street, Northeast 172nd Avenue, Northeast 39th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.3 miles from Mill Plain, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.22 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.
The drive from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA is easy. At 18m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Mill Plain, WA to Vancouver, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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