Origin
Colfax, WA
Morning in Colfax on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 AM
PDT
Current temp
60°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colfax, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
67.9 mi
109 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 41m
8 PM
1h 24m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Colfax, WA
Abraham Castro
Trip Overview
Traveling between Colfax and Spokane Valley covers 67.9 miles, a distance that typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes of driving time. Because this journey is relatively short, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via South Main Street, US 195, and I-90. Budgeting roughly $14 for fuel will cover your transit across this portion of the Pacific Coast region. It is a straightforward, practical route that connects these two Washington locations efficiently without the need for complex planning or multiple stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | 57.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 90 | 10 mi | 12m |
| US 195 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Pines Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| East Canyon Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
South Main Street
— 57.2 mi, about 1h 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Colfax, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on this road
98 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto WA 272
138 ft
·
8 sec
·
East Canyon Street
3
Turn right onto US 195
57 mi
·
1 hr 14 min
·
South Main Street
4
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 195
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
5
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
I 90; US 2; US 395
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 27
7
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
8
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
34 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 33.9 miles from Colfax, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 65 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 67.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WA 272 / East Canyon Street
Turn right onto WA 272 / East Canyon Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
US 195 / South Main Street
Turn right onto US 195 / South Main Street
Navigation decision point
6
57.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
|
US 195
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195 toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
4
67.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
4
67.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
WA 27 / North Pines Road
Turn left onto WA 27 / North Pines Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.21 one way
$28.42 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $14.90 | $29.81 |
| premium | $5.77 | $15.42 | $30.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.99 | $29.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 23.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.4 | 0 | $7.13 | $3.26 |
| Efficient EV | 17 | 0 | $5.94 | $2.72 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.2 | 0 | $9.51 | $4.35 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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.
Destination
Spokane Valley, WA
Morning in Spokane Valley on Tuesday
Local time
6:00 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Spring Valley, WA
34 mi in
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Only 15% of your time will be spent on highways, meaning you will spend the bulk of the trip navigating local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch occurs early on, covering 57.2 miles along South Main Street. As you transition from the local segments toward the interstate, the pace of the drive shifts significantly. Be prepared for a technical, winding experience rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as the road layout requires consistent engagement.
Only 15% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
8 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 57.2 mi on South Main Street.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WA 272 / East Canyon Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Colfax, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 1h 28m with 15% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 272 / East Canyon Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 195 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.2 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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 Colfax, WA to Spokane Valley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward City Center along the way.
City Center
57.2 mi in
|
~1h 14m
|
via US 195
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 67.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (15%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 57.2 miles on South Main Street. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 272 / East Canyon Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (US 195 / South Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.2 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spokane Valley, WA before heading back.
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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