Origin
Colfax, WA
Night in Colfax on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Colfax, WA to Spokane, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
59.3 mi
95 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Good
8 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 14m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 32m
8 PM
1h 16m
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
If you are planning to travel from Colfax to Spokane, expect a straightforward trip covering 59.3 miles. You can comfortably complete this drive in about 1 hour and 19 minutes, making it an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budget approximately $12 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Pacific Coast region locations. Navigating this route involves primarily using South Main Street, I-90, and South Lincoln Street. Because the travel time is relatively short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your schedule around your own needs rather than worrying about mid-trip lodging.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Main Street | 57.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| I 90 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| US 195 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Freeway Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Main Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West 5th Avenue | <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, 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
0.5 mi
·
34 sec
·
I 90; US 2; US 395
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
7
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
8
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Freeway Avenue
9
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
10
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
11
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Avenue
13
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
14
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
15
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
30 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.7 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 85 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 59.3 — 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
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
5
57.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the exit toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Str...
5
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 19m in
|
South Gorge Trail
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.41 one way
$24.82 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
21 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $13.02 | $26.03 |
| premium | $5.77 | $13.47 | $26.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $13.09 | $26.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.23 | $2.85 |
| Efficient EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.19 | $2.37 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.7 | 0 | $8.30 | $3.80 |
Gas CO2
21 kg
EV CO2
7 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, WA
Night in Spokane on Saturday
Local time
9:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Spring Valley, WA
30 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 19m 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. The route is characterized by a significant 57.2-mile stretch on South Main Street, which accounts for the vast majority of your time on the road. With a highway share of only 2, you will spend most of your journey on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. This creates a distinct driving experience that feels more technical and engaging than a standard freeway cruise. Prepare for a consistent pace as you transition between these local stretches and the final approach into Spokane.
Only 2% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
15 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?
4/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WA 272 / East Canyon Street.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 272 / East Canyon Street): Navigation decision point; at 57.2 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 59.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (2%). 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; at 57.2 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 57.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spokane, 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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