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Fall Road Trips in Washington

Routes

30

Avg Distance

376 mi

Avg Drive

7h 14m

Destinations

27

Washington in the fall offers a spectrum of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging 375 miles and nearly 7.5 hours. You'll find drives with terrain ranging from hilly to gently rolling, reaching elevations up to 2,482 feet. Several routes boast excellent EV charger coverage, with one featuring 20 DC fast chargers. This collection highlights drives that showcase the state's diverse autumnal landscapes.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$5.63/gal

Diesel: $5.35/gal

Typical trip cost

$77–$99

One-way, ~376 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~132 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-06-01

Climate through the year: Washington

Washington peaks at around 78°F in Aug and cools to 47°F / 37°F in Dec. Wettest month is Nov at ~6.3 in of rain. Table highlights Fall months.

Month High °F Low °F Rain in Snow in
Jan 48 38 5.8 1.8
Feb 50 38 3.8 2.2
Mar 54 40 4.2 0.4
Apr 59 43 3.2 —
May 66 49 1.9 —
Jun 71 53 1.5 —
Jul 77 57 0.6 —
Aug 78 57 1 —
Sep peak 72 54 1.6 —
Oct peak 61 47 3.9 —
Nov peak 52 41 6.3 0.2
Dec 47 37 5.7 1.7

Source: NOAA NCEI Monthly Climate Normals, 1991–2020 reference period. Sampled at the major-airport station for WA — microclimates along specific routes can vary significantly.

Planning Tips

Frequently Asked Questions

We've identified 30 routes in Washington that work well for fall travel, based on drive quality, typical weather conditions, and distance (averaging 376 miles).
Current regular gas averages $5.63/gallon in Washington (week of 2026-06-01). Diesel: $5.35/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $77 and $99. Source: US Energy Information Administration.
Across Sep, Oct, Nov, Washington typically sees daytime highs in the 52–72°F range with about 3.9 in of rain per month on average. Based on NOAA 1991–2020 monthly climate normals.
Drive times and distances come from OSRM routing over real OpenStreetMap road networks. Fuel costs use weekly US Energy Information Administration state-level gas prices. Drive scores factor in elevation profile, road variety, and terrain. EV charging data is sourced from NREL. Climate normals come from NOAA NCEI (1991–2020 reference period). Hazard data comes from FEMA and USGS public feeds.
Yes. Click any route to see its full trip page with turn-by-turn directions, fuel cost estimates, elevation profile, stop suggestions, weather conditions, and more.

Fall Routes

Editor's pick

Ocean Park, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

448.7 mi 9h 5m Score: 7/10 ~$99 fuel

Through: Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots

This longer, 448-mile route cuts across the state, offering a drive score of 7 through hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes, perfect for experiencing a wide sweep of Washington's fall colors.

Editor's pick

Kettle Falls, WA → Vancouver, WA

436.3 mi 8h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$97 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

With a drive score of 8 and excellent EV coverage including 20 DC fast chargers, this 436-mile trip winds through gently rolling terrain, making it a practical and scenic option.

Editor's pick

Vancouver, WA → Colville, WA

427.6 mi 8h 19m Score: 9/10 ~$95 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

This 427-mile route stands out with a high drive score of 9, traversing gently rolling terrain and offering a compelling mix of highway and surface roads for a comprehensive fall exploration.

Oroville, WA → Vancouver, WA

421.6 mi 8h 36m Score: 9/10 ~$94 fuel

Through: Ellensburg → Seattle → Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Newport, WA

403.6 mi 7h 52m Score: 9/10 ~$89 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Port Angeles, WA

397 mi 7h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$89 fuel

Through: Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn → Tacoma → Bremerton

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Blaine, WA

392.5 mi 7h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$87 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → South Bend, WA

388.3 mi 7h 37m Score: 8/10 ~$86 fuel

Through: Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn → Tacoma → Port Angeles +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Sumas, WA

384.2 mi 7h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$85 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Ferndale, WA

379.8 mi 7h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$84 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Venersborg, WA

374.8 mi 7h 8m Score: 9/10 ~$83 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Woodland, WA

372.9 mi 6h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$83 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Liberty Lake, WA

372.2 mi 7h 2m Score: 10/10 ~$82 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → West Longview, WA

371.4 mi 7h 10m Score: 8/10 ~$82 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Mead, WA

367.7 mi 7h 2m Score: 10/10 ~$81 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Venersborg, WA

366 mi 6h 58m Score: 8/10 ~$81 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kettle Falls, WA → Federal Way, WA

364 mi 7h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$81 fuel

Through: Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn → Tacoma

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Geneva, WA

363.8 mi 6h 52m Score: 8/10 ~$81 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Lake Shore, WA

361.5 mi 6h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$81 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Hockinson, WA

361 mi 6h 51m Score: 8/10 ~$80 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Barberton, WA

356.6 mi 6h 42m Score: 9/10 ~$80 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Mill Plain, WA

356.5 mi 6h 53m Score: 9/10 ~$80 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Pullman, WA

353.8 mi 6h 52m Score: 10/10 ~$78 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bellingham, WA → College Place, WA

352.7 mi 6h 46m Score: 8/10 ~$79 fuel

Through: Renton → Seattle → I‑182 East +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Shelton, WA

349.7 mi 6h 40m Score: 8/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn → Tacoma → Port Angeles

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Bellingham, WA → Cheney, WA

349.5 mi 6h 39m Score: 8/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Renton → Seattle

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Everett, WA → Newport, WA

348.5 mi 6h 47m Score: 8/10 ~$78 fuel

Through: Seattle

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Big Lake, WA

348.1 mi 6h 35m Score: 8/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Chehalis, WA

347.9 mi 6h 34m Score: 8/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn → Tacoma

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Camas, WA

347.5 mi 6h 40m Score: 9/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +3 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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