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Trip from Anacortes, WA to Yakima, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 15m

Distance

213.6 mi

344 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$45

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 2m ★
6 AM
4h 15m
8 AM
4h 42m
10 AM
4h 24m
12 PM
4h 22m
3 PM
4h 26m
5 PM
4h 40m
8 PM
4h 7m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Anacortes, WA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 213.6 miles, this journey from Anacortes to Yakima is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 4 hours and 15 minutes to complete. Because the route is highly efficient, it is easily manageable as a single-day excursion, though you should budget approximately $45 for fuel. You will transition from the Pacific Coast region, relying heavily on a combination of I-5, I-90, and US-97 to reach your destination. While the drive is purely functional, its predictability makes it a reliable choice for those looking to traverse the state without unnecessary complications. Whether you are traveling for business or a change of scenery, this highway-focused path provides a clear, no-nonsense connection between your starting point and Yakima.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

106.8 miles from Anacortes, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 14m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 100.5 mi 1h 51m
I 5 42.9 mi 50m
US 97 31.3 mi 34m
I 405 18 mi 22m
State Route 20 7 mi 9m
WA 536 5.4 mi 10m
State Route 20 Spur 2.5 mi 3m
North 1st Street 1.6 mi 3m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 100.5 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Anacortes, WA and Yakima, WA.

1

Start on WA 20 SPUR

11 ft · 4 sec · 12th Street
2

Turn right onto WA 20 SPUR

0.6 mi · 1 min · Commercial Avenue
3

Turn left onto 22nd Street

0.1 mi · 27 sec · 22nd Street
4

Enter roundabout onto R Avenue

13 ft · 0 sec · R Avenue
5

Continue on R Avenue

0.4 mi · 1 min · R Avenue
6

Turn left onto R Avenue

12 ft · 0 sec · R Avenue
7

Keep slight right at fork onto R Avenue

0.3 mi · 45 sec · R Avenue
8

Take the ramp

215 ft · 5 sec
9

Merge onto WA 20 SPUR

2.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 20 Spur
Use the left lane.
10

Enter roundabout onto WA 20

167 ft · 2 sec · State Route 20
11

Continue on WA 20

7.0 mi · 9 min · State Route 20
12

Take the exit onto WA 536

5.4 mi · 10 min · WA 536
Toward Mount Vernon Use the straight / right lanes.
13

Turn left onto WA 536

0.1 mi · 12 sec · West Kincaid Street
14

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
15

Merge onto I 5

43 mi · 50 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min
Exit 182 Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Merge onto I 405

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 405
18

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

17 mi · 21 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle Use the slight right lane.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane Use the slight left lane.
21

Merge onto I 90

101 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Take the exit onto US 97

31 mi · 34 min · US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23

Take the exit

314 ft · 4 sec
Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
24

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec
25

Continue on WA 823

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Selah Road
26

Continue on North 1st Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · North 1st Street
27

Arrive at destination

South 1st Street

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 4-hour and 15-minute drive, try to depart early in the morning to avoid peak congestion on the major interstates. Since the route includes one planned stop, use that break strategically to refuel and stretch your legs before tackling the final leg of the journey. Keep a close eye on your gas gauge, as the $45 fuel estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and current prices. Because this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected traffic on I-90. Always check road conditions for US-97, as mountain passes or regional weather can occasionally impact travel times on this specific stretch.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 106.8 miles from Anacortes, WA, or about 2h 14m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.5 miles.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

Departure

Before you leave

Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.

First stop

Around 47 miles or 1h 3m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 106.8 miles or 2h 14m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 30m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yakima, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Anacortes, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Anacortes, WA

This is one driving day of about 213.6 miles and 4h 15m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 miles from Anacortes, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 100.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Redmond, WA, WA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Redmond, WA

107 mi into the route

Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset

This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.

Pacing Suggestions

Everett, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 47 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Redmond, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 106.8 miles from Anacortes, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.5 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Adrift Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Anacortes, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13605880653

Visit website

Il Granaio Authentic Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Mount Vernon, Washington

1 mi

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bellevue, Washington

0.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bellevue, Washington

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Adrift Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Anacortes, Washington

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13605880653

Visit website

Il Granaio Authentic Italian Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $30 to $40 mile 15.3

Mount Vernon, Washington

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+13604190674

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $100 or ab mile 76.3

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14254560010

Visit website

Castilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 76.3

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+14256252931

Visit website

Fanny's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 45.8

Marysville, Washington

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13606538164

Urban City Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 61

Mountlake Terrace, Washington

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+14257761273

Visit website

Bai Tong Thai Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 76.3

Redmond, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+14257478424

Visit website

Korea House Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $20 to $30 mile 61

Bothell, Washington

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14254868866

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 76.3

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 152.5

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 122

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 213.6

Yakima, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 106.8

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 152.5

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 183.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Circle K Electric Vehicle Charging Station

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 183.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.4 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 183.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 76.3

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

North Creek Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 61

Bothell, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14253886600

Visit website

Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 76.3

Kirkland, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14255873300

Visit website

Jetty Island

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 45.8

Everett, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14252578304

Escape Everett

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 45.8

Everett, Washington

Visit website

Escape the Maddness

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 213.6

Union Gap, Washington

Hours: Closed

+15099300432

Visit website

Dick and Jane's Spot

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 183.1

Ellensburg, Washington

+15099253224

Visit website

Central Washington Agricultural Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 213.6

Union Gap, Washington

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15094578735

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 20

5 decision points cluster between mile 11 and 180.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
11 mi into trip | ~17m in | WA 536

Take the exit onto WA 536 toward Mount Vernon

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward Mount Vernon
8
59.9 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 182 Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
8
78.8 mi into trip | ~1h 42m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle
7
79.2 mi into trip | ~1h 43m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 East: Spokane
7
180.3 mi into trip | ~3h 36m in | US 97

Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$44.70 one way

$89.41 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 75 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $46.88 $93.77
premium $5.77 $48.51 $97.01
diesel $5.61 $47.16 $94.32

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$45

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$70–$95

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 74.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 64.1 0 $22.43 $10.25
Efficient EV 53.4 0 $18.69 $8.54
EV Truck/SUV 85.4 1 $29.90 $13.67

Gas CO2

75 kg

EV CO2

25 kg (67% less)

This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.

DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.

Travel Intel

Current conditions at both ends of the drive.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Anacortes, WA

Night in Anacortes on Saturday

Local time

9:27 PM

PDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yakima, WA

Night in Yakima on Saturday

Local time

9:27 PM

PDT

Current temp

46°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Seasonal Notes

Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.

Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.

Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.

Time zone

Same local time

Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.

Temperature spread

1 degrees cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 15m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 97% of the journey spent on major highways. You will settle into a rhythm quickly, especially during the longest uninterrupted stretch of 100.5 miles along I-90. Expect a mix of high-speed interstate travel that eventually transitions into the thoroughfares of US-97. The road maintains a consistent, highway-focused character throughout, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads. Behind the wheel, you will notice a steady transition in the landscape as you move away from the coast and toward the interior, with the interstate environment providing a stable and focused driving experience.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 100.5 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 11 miles in near WA 536.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 213.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (WA 536): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Anacortes, WA and Yakima, WA, road signs point toward Mount Vernon, Renton and Seattle.

Mount Vernon

11 mi in | ~17m | via WA 536

Renton

59.9 mi in | ~1h 18m

Seattle

78.8 mi in | ~1h 42m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 15m. Total distance: 213.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 100.5 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Yakima, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 11 miles (WA 536): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 59.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 78.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Yakima, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

How this page is built

Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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