Davenport to Seattle is 263.5 miles and takes about 4h 58m via I 90 and State Highway 28, with a fuel budget near $55 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip travels across Washington State, moving from the Pacific Coast region towards the same region, mostly on interstate highways. You'll find this route straightforward and efficient, ideal for a single-day journey when you need to get from Eastern Washington to the Seattle area without much fuss. The majority of the driving is on well-maintained highways, making it a practical choice for most vehicles.
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
131.7 miles from Davenport, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 32m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
227.7 mi
4h 9m
Harrington-Tokio Road North
14.6 mi
18m
State Highway 28
12.2 mi
15m
North Hills Road
3.4 mi
4m
East Danekas Road
1.4 mi
1m
12th Street
0.8 mi
1m
North 3rd Street
0.5 mi
<1m
South Coal Creek Road
0.4 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 227.7 mi, about 4h 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, WA and Seattle, WA.
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Start on US 2
0.4 mi·59 sec·Morgan Street
2
Turn left onto 12th Street
0.8 mi·1 min·12th Street
3
Continue on WA 28
12 mi·15 min·State Highway 28
4
Turn slight left onto WA 23
0.5 mi·55 sec·North 3rd Street
5
At end of road, turn left onto WA 23
0.1 mi·11 sec·East Sherlock Street
6
Turn slight right onto WA 23
0.1 mi·14 sec·East Main Street
7
Turn right onto South Coal Creek Road
0.4 mi·50 sec·South Coal Creek Road
8
Continue on Harrington-Tokio Road North
15 mi·18 min·Harrington-Tokio Road North
9
Continue on North Hills Road
3.4 mi·4 min·North Hills Road
10
Turn left onto US 10 Hist
1.4 mi·1 min·East Danekas Road
11
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·52 sec
12
Merge onto I 90; US 395
9.3 mi·9 min·I 90; US 395
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
218 mi·3 hr 59 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 2CToward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, James Street, Madison StreetUse the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Madison Street, Convention Center
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·54 sec
Toward Madison Street, Convention PlaceUse the slight right lane.
17
Turn left onto Madison Street
0.1 mi·35 sec·Madison Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
18
Turn left
31 ft·2 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this 4h 58m drive, consider an early morning departure from Davenport to maximize daylight and minimize traffic as you approach Seattle. With a total distance of 263.5 miles, it's easily manageable in one day, but you can stop as needed. The longest stretch without a major road change is 227.7 miles on I 90, so plan for a fuel and stretch break before or during that segment. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially in the more rural sections before hitting the major interstate, as services can be spaced out.
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 131.7 miles from Davenport, WA, or about 2h 32m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 227.7 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 58 miles or 1h 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 131.7 miles or 2h 32m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 4h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seattle, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Davenport, 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 Davenport, WA
This is one driving day of about 263.5 miles and 4h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Davenport, 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 227.7 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 12
5 decision points cluster between mile 43.6 and 263.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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43.6 mi into trip|~56m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
262.1 mi into trip|~4h 55m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, James Street, Madison Street
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 2C
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, J...
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262.8 mi into trip|~4h 57m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Madison Street, Convention Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, M...
8
263 mi into trip|~4h 57m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Madison Street, Convention Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Madison Street, Convention Place
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263.3 mi into trip|~4h 58m in|Madison Street
Turn left onto Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.15 one way
$110.30 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$57.84
$115.67
premium
$5.77
$59.84
$119.67
diesel
$5.61
$58.18
$116.35
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$55
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$80–$105
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 92.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
79.1
0
$27.67
$12.65
Efficient EV
65.9
0
$23.06
$10.54
EV Truck/SUV
105.4
1
$36.89
$16.86
Gas CO2
92 kg
EV CO2
31 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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 16, 2026
Origin
Davenport, WA
Night
in Davenport on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Seattle, WA
Night
in Seattle on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
2 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
4h 58m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 263.5
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is overwhelmingly highway cruising, with 91% of the 263.5 miles on major roadways like I 90. You'll experience a long stretch of 227.7 miles primarily on I 90 before transitioning to surface roads. Expect to notice the wide-open spaces characteristic of rural Washington for much of the trip, with fewer exits and more consistent speeds on the interstate sections. The final portion of your drive will involve navigating state highways and local roads as you approach Seattle.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 227.7 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Harrington-Tokio Road North. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 43.6 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort6/10
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 263.5 miles you will encounter 12 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 43.6 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 262.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Davenport is a rural city of 1,800 people (2020) in the Columbia River Plateau of Washington. It serves as the seat of and a hub for business, medical and educational services in Lincoln County.
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 58m. Total distance: 263.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 227.7 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
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 Seattle, 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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 43.6 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 262.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 262.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 5.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 10.0 hours — manageable with a long break at Seattle, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
