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Longview travel guide

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You're Going to Love Longview

With a population of 36,648, Longview is a must-see destination in Washington, United States. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Longview has to offer.

When to visit Longview

Longview in December
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel
Longview in December
Estimated hotel price
$95
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Longview

Plane

Although Longview doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 41 miles from Longview. 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 Longview departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longview. The train journey from Longview to Seattle takes 2h 59m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Spokane, expect to pay about $71 for a 6h 46m trip. The train station in Longview is called Longview Kelso, and is located 1.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Longview is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 106 miles from Longview. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Longview using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Longview takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 700 miles.

Plane

Although Longview doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Portland Airport (PDX), which is located 41 miles from Longview. 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 Longview departs from Las Vegas and takes around 2h 15m.

Train

Amtrak is the only carrier operating train routes to Longview. The train journey from Longview to Seattle takes 2h 59m and costs around $29 for a one-way ticket. When coming by train from Spokane, expect to pay about $71 for a 6h 46m trip. The train station in Longview is called Longview Kelso, and is located 1.2 miles from the city center.

Car

Another option to get to Longview is to pick up a car rental from Seattle, which is about 106 miles from Longview. You’ll find branches of Europcar and Turo, among others, in Seattle.

Bus

You can travel by bus to Longview using Greyhound or FlixBus. From Seattle, the bus ride to Longview takes 225 miles and will cost you around $51. From Sacramento, the ticket costs about $184 for a journey of 700 miles.

Airports near Longview

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SEASeattle/Tacoma Intl

Airlines serving Longview

Lufthansa
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KLM
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British Airways
Good (6,863 reviews)
Delta
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SWISS
Good (1,589 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,791 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,704 reviews)
Air France
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Austrian Airlines
Good (781 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,702 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,224 reviews)
Qatar Airways
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Air Canada
Good (9,268 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,351 reviews)
Brussels Airlines
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Alaska Airlines
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Finnair
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TAP AIR PORTUGAL
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Etihad Airways
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ITA Airways
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Where to stay in popular areas of Longview

Most booked hotels in Longview

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Sleep Inn Kelso Longview
2 stars
Excellent (8.1, 99 reviews)
$127+
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Quality Inn and Suites Longview Kelso
2 stars
Excellent (8, 419 reviews)
$126+
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Guesthouse Inn & Suites Kelso/Longview
2 stars
Good (7.9, 985 reviews)
$154+
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Comfort Inn and Suites Kelso - Longview
2 stars
Good (7.4, 267 reviews)
$120+
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Motel 6 Kelso Mt St Helens
2 stars
Good (7, 831 reviews)
$81+
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Americas Best Value Inn Kelso
2 stars
Good (6.6, 403 reviews)
$89+
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Renting a car in Longview

Renting a car in Longview costs $87 per day, on average, or $261 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Longview (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. The most frequently booked car type in Longview is Luxury (Class Luxury Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

Renting a car in Longview costs $87 per day, on average, or $261 if you want to rent if for 3 days.

You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Portland.

Expect to pay $3.41 per gallon in Longview (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. The most frequently booked car type in Longview is Luxury (Class Luxury Car or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Standard rental cars (Hyundai Sonata or similar) are, on average, 59% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.

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