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Fall Road Trips in Washington

Routes

30

Avg Distance

388 mi

Avg Drive

7h 29m

Destinations

15

Washington in the fall offers a spectrum of driving experiences, with 30 routes averaging nearly 388 miles and 449 minutes. These drives showcase terrain ranging from hilly with moderate elevation changes up to 2,536 ft, to gently rolling landscapes. This season is ideal for exploring the state's diverse scenery before winter weather sets in, with many routes featuring park access.

Fuel snapshot for this state

Regular

$4.95/gal

Diesel: $4.80/gal

Typical trip cost

$72–$87

One-way, ~388 mi avg @ 25.4 MPG

CO₂ per trip

~136 kg

ICE vehicle, one-way average

Source: US Energy Information Administration • week of 2026-07-13

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 388 miles).
Current regular gas averages $4.95/gallon in Washington (week of 2026-07-13). Diesel: $4.80/gallon. A typical one-way trip on these routes costs between $72 and $87. 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 ~$87 fuel

Through: Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots

This journey boasts a drive score of 7, traversing hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes reaching 2,482 ft. It's a substantial route offering a cross-state perspective with the advantage of park access along the way.

Editor's pick

Kettle Falls, WA → Vancouver, WA

436.3 mi 8h 32m Score: 8/10 ~$85 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Scoring an 8, this trip covers 436 miles on mostly surface roads. The gently rolling terrain and a maximum elevation of 2,397 ft make for a comfortable drive, enhanced by the inclusion of parks.

Editor's pick

Ilwaco, WA → Spokane, WA

429.3 mi 8h 37m Score: 7/10 ~$84 fuel

Through: Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots

With a drive score of 7, this route spans 429 miles. Drivers will encounter hilly terrain and moderate elevation changes up to 2,536 ft, with the added benefit of park access throughout the state.

Vancouver, WA → Colville, WA

427.6 mi 8h 19m Score: 9/10 ~$83 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +2 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Oroville, WA → Vancouver, WA

421.6 mi 8h 36m Score: 9/10 ~$82 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 ~$79 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Westport, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

397.4 mi 7h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$77 fuel

Through: Olympia → Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Port Angeles, WA

397 mi 7h 53m Score: 8/10 ~$77 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 ~$76 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 ~$76 fuel

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

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Nooksack, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

386.5 mi 7h 21m Score: 8/10 ~$75 fuel

Through: Renton → Seattle

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Sumas, WA

384.2 mi 7h 23m Score: 8/10 ~$75 fuel

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

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hoquiam, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

380.8 mi 7h 25m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Ferndale, WA

379.8 mi 7h 8m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Everett → Bellevue → Vancouver British Columbia

5 tricky spots High drive quality

West Longview, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

379 mi 7h 18m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Yakima → Ellensburg → Spokane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Nooksack, WA → Spokane, WA

377.9 mi 7h 13m Score: 8/10 ~$74 fuel

Through: Renton → Seattle

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Longview, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

375.4 mi 7h 10m Score: 8/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Yakima → Ellensburg → Spokane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane Valley, WA → Venersborg, WA

374.8 mi 7h 8m Score: 9/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Kelso, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

374 mi 7h 6m Score: 8/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Yakima → Ellensburg → Spokane

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Lewisville, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

373.9 mi 7h 7m Score: 10/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Spokane, WA → Woodland, WA

372.9 mi 6h 59m Score: 9/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Ritzville → Pasco → Pendleton +4 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Dollar Corner, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

372.6 mi 7h 4m Score: 10/10 ~$73 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Liberty Lake, WA

372.2 mi 7h 2m Score: 10/10 ~$73 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 ~$72 fuel
5 tricky spots High drive quality

Central Park, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

370.7 mi 7h 4m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Muckleshoot Reservation

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Hockinson, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

369.9 mi 7h 1m Score: 10/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Mount Vista, WA → Spokane Valley, WA

369.3 mi 6h 59m Score: 10/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Ridgefield, WA → Spokane, WA

368.4 mi 6h 59m Score: 10/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Finley

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Longview Heights, WA → Spokane, WA

368 mi 7h 10m Score: 8/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Yakima → Ellensburg

5 tricky spots High drive quality

Vancouver, WA → Mead, WA

367.7 mi 7h 2m Score: 10/10 ~$72 fuel

Through: Umatilla → Pasco → Spokane +1 more

5 tricky spots High drive quality

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