Halfway between Portland and Seattle
The fairest meeting point, by actual drive time — not a straight line on a map.
Only 21 min difference between the two drives.
Plan your exact meetup on CenterOf →Places to meet near Silver Creek, WA
Cowlitz Wildlife Area - Mayfield Buffer Unit
park
5.01 hour 35 mins / 1 hour 58 minsDeliciousness Mexican Restaurant
restaurant
4.81 hour 34 mins / 1 hour 57 minsNacho's
restaurant
4.61 hour 34 mins / 1 hour 57 minsIke Kinswa State Park
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4.61 hour 32 mins / 1 hour 55 minsMossyrock Park
park
4.61 hour 39 mins / 2 hours 2 minsIke Kinswa State Park Swim Area
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4.61 hour 33 mins / 1 hour 56 minsUpTown Pizza
restaurant
4.51 hour 34 mins / 1 hour 57 minsLemon Tree Cafe & Espresso
restaurant
4.51 hour 34 mins / 1 hour 57 mins
Frequently asked questions
How is the halfway point between Portland and Seattle calculated?
We don't just average the two cities' coordinates on a map. We find the point along the real driving route where both of you have spent the same amount of time behind the wheel, then look for a real town there — so the split stays fair even when one direction has more highway than the other.
What's a good place to meet between Portland and Seattle?
Silver Creek, WA sits close to the fair midpoint by drive time, with real restaurants, cafes, bars, and parks nearby — see the list below.
How long is the drive from Portland and from Seattle?
From Portland, OR, it's about 1 hr 37 min. From Seattle, WA, it's about 1 hr 58 min — a difference of 21 min.
Is Silver Creek, WA the only option?
No — the list below has 8 nearby spots. Head to CenterOf to fine-tune the search for your exact addresses and travel mode.