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Centralia travel guide

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You're Going to Love Centralia

With a population of 16,336, Centralia is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Centralia to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Centralia

Centralia in August
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel
Centralia in August
Estimated hotel price
$106
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Centralia in July, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 78.8 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is January, when it can get as cold as 33.8 °F, with an average temperature of 39.2 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in December, when precipitation is around 7.4″. In contrast, July is usually the driest month of the year in Centralia, with an average rainfall of 0.7″.

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How to Get to Centralia

Plane

Although Centralia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 59 miles from Centralia. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Centralia departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Centralia. The train journey from Centralia to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip. The train station in Centralia is called Centralia, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Centralia is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 68 miles from Centralia. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Centralia, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Centralia takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Plane

Although Centralia doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Seattle/Tacoma Airport (SEA), which is located 59 miles from Centralia. Portland Airport is the most popular, with regular flights from American Airlines, Air France, Aeromexico and other airlines departing from the United States. The shortest domestic flight to Centralia departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 38m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Centralia. The train journey from Centralia to Vancouver takes 3h 07m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Vancouver, expect to pay about $37 for a 4h 25m trip. The train station in Centralia is called Centralia, and is located 0.1 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Centralia is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 68 miles from Centralia. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

Several bus lines operate bus routes to Centralia, including Amtrak, FlixBus and Greyhound. From Everett, the bus ride to Centralia takes 60 miles and will cost you around $12. From Bellingham, the ticket costs about $21 for a journey of 135 miles.

Airports near Centralia

PDXPortland
PAEEverett Paine Field
SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Centralia

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
Good (346 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
TAP AIR PORTUGAL
Good (1,851 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Centralia

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La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Centralia
2 stars
Excellent (8.9, 88 reviews)
$169+
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Great Wolf Lodge Grand Mound
0 stars
Excellent (8.6, 287 reviews)
$268+
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Mcmenamins Olympic Club
2 stars
Excellent (8.5, 261 reviews)
$88+
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Best Western Plus Park Place Inn & Suites
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, 244 reviews)
$144+
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Holiday Inn Express & Suites Chehalis-Centralia
2 stars
Excellent (8.4, 264 reviews)
$175+
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Relax Inn Chehalis
2 stars
Good (7.7, 565 reviews)
$105+
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Renting a car in Centralia

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Centralia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Leaf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Centralia, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Centralia (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $40.88 and $54.51. Compact (Nissan Leaf or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Centralia, while also 66% cheaper than other types, on average.

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