Traveling from Felida to Kennewick covers a distance of 224.1 miles, typically taking about 3 hours and 36 minutes behind the wheel. Because the route is categorized as a turn-heavy local drive, you should plan on this being a focused, one-day trip. You can expect to budget approximately $47 for fuel for the journey. Since both locations are within the Pacific Coast region, you will experience a consistent environment throughout your travels. It is a straightforward trip that works best when tackled in a single push, providing enough time to settle in upon your arrival.
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
112 miles from Felida, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 12m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Columbia River Highway
158.1 mi
2h 55m
McNary Highway
29.9 mi
33m
I 205
13.5 mi
17m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
11.4 mi
12m
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
3.3 mi
4m
Northwest 119th Street
1.6 mi
3m
Northeast 117th Street
1.1 mi
2m
West 10th Avenue
1 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Felida, WA and Kennewick, WA.
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Start on Northwest 34th Avenue
205 ft·16 sec·Northwest 34th Avenue
2
Turn sharp left onto Northwest 122nd Street
360 ft·17 sec·Northwest 122nd Street
3
Turn right onto Northwest 33rd Avenue
0.1 mi·38 sec·Northwest 33rd Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northwest 119th Street
1.6 mi·3 min·Northwest 119th Street
5
Continue on Northwest 117th Street
0.1 mi·15 sec·Northwest 117th Street
6
Continue on Northeast 117th Street
1.1 mi·2 min·Northeast 117th Street
7
Turn left onto Northeast Highway 99
0.8 mi·1 min·Northeast Highway 99
Use the left lane.
8
Continue on Northeast 20th Avenue
0.1 mi·19 sec·Northeast 20th Avenue
9
Turn right onto Northeast 134th Street
162 ft·4 sec·Northeast 134th Street
Use the right lane.
10
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 205 South: SalemUse the right lane.
11
Merge onto I 205
14 mi·17 min·I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 22Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The DallesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi·2 hr 55 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Continue on I 84; US 30
11 mi·12 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
15
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
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Continue on I 82
30 mi·33 min·McNary Highway
17
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
18
Turn right onto West 10th Avenue
1.0 mi·2 min·West 10th Avenue
Use the right lane.
19
Turn left onto South Olympia Street
0.7 mi·1 min·South Olympia Street
20
Turn right onto West Kennewick Avenue
152 ft·9 sec·West Kennewick Avenue
21
Turn left onto North Newport Street
0.1 mi·31 sec·North Newport Street
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Arrive at destination
North Newport Street
Trip Plan
Since this 224.1-mile journey is quite technical, aim to leave early in the day to navigate the local roads while visibility is at its best. You only have one planned stop scheduled, so manage your fuel and rest breaks efficiently to maintain your momentum. Because the route is a turn-heavy local drive, keep your navigation tools handy to ensure you stay on track through the various street transitions. Flexibility is your greatest advantage here; don't hesitate to pull over for an extra break if the winding roads start to wear you down. Prioritize comfort and alertness to ensure you reach Kennewick safely after your 3-hour and 36-minute trek.
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 112 miles from Felida, WA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.1 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 49 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112 miles or 2h 12m 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 32m
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 Felida, 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 Felida, WA
This is one driving day of about 224.1 miles and 4h 20m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 49 miles from Felida, 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 158.1 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 14
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 218.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Northwest 122nd Street
Turn sharp left onto Northwest 122nd Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
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3.9 mi into trip|~9m in|Northeast 134th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 134th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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3.9 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the ramp toward I 205 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
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17.8 mi into trip|~27m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
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 22
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
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218.9 mi into trip|~4h 11m 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
$46.90 one way
$93.80 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg78 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$49.19
$98.37
premium
$5.77
$50.89
$101.78
diesel
$5.61
$49.48
$98.96
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 78.4 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
67.2
0
$23.53
$10.76
Efficient EV
56
0
$19.61
$8.96
EV Truck/SUV
89.6
1
$31.37
$14.34
Gas CO2
78 kg
EV CO2
26 kg (67% 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 20, 2026
Origin
Felida, WA
Late night
in Felida on Tuesday
Local time
2:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Kennewick, WA
Late night
in Kennewick on Tuesday
Local time
2:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°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
23 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 20m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a hands-on driving experience, as this route relies entirely on local roads rather than high-speed interstates. You will navigate through Northwest 122nd Street, Northwest 33rd Avenue, and Northwest 119th Street, which requires your full attention due to the high volume of turns. With a 0% highway share, this trip is defined by its technical nature rather than long, monotonous cruising. Be prepared for a winding path that demands active steering compared to standard highway driving. The lack of long, uninterrupted stretches means you will stay engaged with the road from start to finish.
Only 6% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 158.1 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northwest 122nd 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 224.1 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start (Northwest 122nd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.9 miles (Northeast 134th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
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 Felida, WA to Kennewick, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Umatilla along the way.
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 4h 20m. Total distance: 224.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 20m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (6%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 158.1 miles on Columbia River Highway. 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.
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: near the start (Northwest 122nd Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 3.9 miles (Northeast 134th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.7 hours — manageable with a long break at Kennewick, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
