Traveling from Camas to Kennewick covers 200.1 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 58 minutes of drive time. Because this is a relatively straightforward distance, it works perfectly as a one-day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $42 on fuel for the journey. You will navigate via the Columbia River Highway, McNary Highway, and Evergreen Highway. Since both locations are within the Pacific Coast region, the transition remains consistent throughout your travel. This route offers a manageable pace for a solo driver or a small group looking to complete the trek in a single session.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
100 miles from Camas, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 4m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Columbia River Highway
122.2 mi
2h 13m
McNary Highway
29.9 mi
33m
Evergreen Highway
19.9 mi
27m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
11.4 mi
12m
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
4.5 mi
6m
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
3.3 mi
4m
Lewis and Clark Highway
1.7 mi
2m
Wa-Na-Pa Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 122.2 mi, about 2h 13m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 20 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~772 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,324
Quietest
2 AM
~75 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.3×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camas, WA and Kennewick, WA.
1
Start on WA 14 Business
0.2 mi·41 sec·Northeast 3rd Avenue
2
Turn left onto WA 500
479 ft·16 sec·Northeast Dallas Street
3
Continue on WA 500
0.8 mi·1 min·Southeast 6th Avenue
4
Continue on WA 500
0.1 mi·22 sec·Southeast Union Street
5
Enter roundabout onto Southeast 8th Avenue
199 ft·5 sec·Southeast 8th Avenue
6
Continue on Southeast 8th Avenue
0.2 mi·28 sec·Southeast 8th Avenue
7
Continue on C Street
0.2 mi·39 sec·C Street
8
Enter roundabout onto 2nd Street
53 ft·1 sec·2nd Street
9
Continue on 2nd Street
219 ft·8 sec·2nd Street
10
Enter roundabout
313 ft·8 sec
Toward WA 14 East: Kennewick
11
Continue
0.3 mi·40 sec
Toward WA 14 East: Kennewick
12
Merge onto WA 14
0.8 mi·1 min·Lewis and Clark Highway
13
Enter roundabout onto WA 14
85 ft·1 sec·Lewis and Clark Highway
14
Continue on WA 14
0.9 mi·1 min·Lewis and Clark Highway
15
Enter roundabout onto WA 14
102 ft·1 sec·Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
16
Continue on WA 14
4.5 mi·6 min·Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
17
Continue on WA 14
20 mi·27 min·Evergreen Highway
Use the straight lane.
18
Turn right onto Bridge of the Gods
0.6 mi·3 min·Bridge of the Gods
19
Turn right onto US 30
1.3 mi·2 min·Wa-Na-Pa Street
Use the right lane.
20
Continue on US 30
0.2 mi·20 sec·Frontage Road
Toward I 84 East
21
Take the ramp onto US 30
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 30
Toward I 84 East
22
Merge onto I 84; US 30
122 mi·2 hr 13 min·Columbia River Highway
23
Continue on I 84; US 30
11 mi·12 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
24
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
25
Continue on I 82
30 mi·33 min·McNary Highway
26
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
3.3 mi·4 min·Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
27
Turn right onto West 10th Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West 10th Avenue
Use the right lane.
28
Turn left onto South Olympia Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Olympia Street
29
Turn right onto West Kennewick Avenue
152 ft·9 sec·West Kennewick Avenue
30
Turn left onto North Newport Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·North Newport Street
31
Arrive at destination
North Newport Street
Trip Plan
For the best experience, plan your departure to account for the nearly four-hour drive time and the single recommended stop along the way. Since this is a fairly direct route, you have the flexibility to choose your own pace, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge is wise given the $42 estimate. Use your one planned stop to stretch your legs and break up the 200.1-mile journey, especially when navigating the more technical, turn-heavy sections. Keep in mind that the long 122.2-mile segment on the Columbia River Highway will be the core of your trip, so ensure your vehicle is ready for a sustained local drive. Staying alert during these winding stretches will make the transit to Kennewick much more comfortable.
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 100 miles from Camas, WA, or about 2h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.2 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 44 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100 miles or 2h 4m 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 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kennewick, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camas, 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 Camas, WA
This is one driving day of about 200.1 miles and 3h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Camas, 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 Columbia River Highway for about 122.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 194.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip|~0m in|WA 500 / Northeast Dallas Street
Turn left onto WA 500 / Northeast Dallas Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.2 mi into trip|~3m in|Southeast 8th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Southeast 8th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in|2nd Street
Enter roundabout onto 2nd Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
1.6 mi into trip|~4m in
Enter roundabout toward WA 14 East: Kennewick
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward WA 14 East: Kennewick
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194.8 mi into trip|~3h 48m in|US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco,...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.98 one way
$77.96 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg70 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$40.84
$81.68
premium
$5.39
$42.47
$84.94
diesel
$4.80
$37.78
$75.57
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60
0
$21.01
$9.60
Efficient EV
50
0
$17.51
$8.00
EV Truck/SUV
80
1
$28.01
$12.81
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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 Jul 19, 2026
Origin
Camas, WA
Late night
in Camas on Sunday
Local time
4:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Mostly Clear
NW 1 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Kennewick, WA
Late night
in Kennewick on Sunday
Local time
4:17 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Patchy Smoke then Clear
W 1 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
8 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 58m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features a 0% highway share. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Columbia River Highway, which hosts the longest uninterrupted stretch of 122.2 miles. Because the road relies on local highways, you should prepare for a more engaging, hands-on driving experience compared to a high-speed freeway. The character of the road shifts as you navigate these local connectors, requiring your full attention behind the wheel. It is a practical path that demands a bit more focus due to the technical nature of the turns.
Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 122.2 mi on Columbia River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 19 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near WA 500 / Northeast Dallas Street.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 200.1 miles you will encounter 19 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (WA 500 / Northeast Dallas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Southeast 8th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (2nd Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,137 ft80 ft
Total Climb
1,415 ft
Total Descent
1,088 ft
Highest Point
1,137 ft
~185.8 mi in
Elevation Range
1,056 ft
Notable High Points
1,137 ft at ~185.8 miles+660 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Camas, WA to Kennewick, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Umatilla along the way.
Camas is in southwest Washington state along the Columbia River on the eastern edge of the Portland metro area, across from Troutdale, Oregon. At this juncture the Columbia River is nearly a mile wide.
Top landmarks
•Farrell Building — building in Camas, United States of America
Kennewick is a city in Benton County along the Columbia River of Washington State, roughly between the Yakima and Snake Rivers on the south bank of the Columbia.
Kennewick is the largest of the Tri-Cities of Washington, which also includes Pasco and Richland. The Tri-Cities are the third most populous metropolitan area in the state, after Seattle-Tacoma and Spokane.
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 58m. Total distance: 200.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 122.2 miles on Columbia River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (WA 500 / Northeast Dallas Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (Southeast 8th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 1.6 miles (2nd Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Kennewick, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
