Traveling from Felida to Pasco covers 227.5 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 42 minutes behind the wheel. Given the duration, this trip is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion, allowing you to reach your destination without the need for an overnight stay. You should set aside approximately $48 for fuel to cover the distance comfortably. Because this journey relies on local surface streets rather than major interstate corridors, your experience will feel more like a series of interconnected neighborhood stretches. It is a straightforward trek across Washington that keeps you within the same regional borders from start to finish. Planning for one designated stop will help keep you refreshed for the duration of the drive.
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
113.7 miles from Felida, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 14m 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
Lewis and Clark Trail
2.6 mi
3m
Northwest 119th Street
1.6 mi
3m
West Court Street
1.3 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 32 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,276 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,842
Quietest
2 AM
~122 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.5×
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 Felida, WA and Pasco, 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
16
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
Continue on US 395
1.1 mi·2 min·South US 395
19
Continue on US 395
2.6 mi·3 min·Lewis and Clark Trail
20
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Toward Court Street
21
Turn right onto West Court Street
1.3 mi·2 min·West Court Street
22
Turn right onto North 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·North 8th Avenue
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Arrive at destination
North 8th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a turn-heavy route, try to depart early in the day to ensure you have maximum daylight for navigating the local streets. With a total duration of 3 hours and 42 minutes, scheduling a single, well-timed stop will prevent fatigue and help you manage the $48 fuel budget effectively. Keep a close eye on your GPS as you move through the various local road transitions, as the lack of highway signage means you will need to pay extra attention to your turn-by-turn directions. Flexibility is your biggest advantage here, so feel free to adjust your pace if you encounter unexpected local traffic along Northwest 122nd Street or the other primary roads. Having a co-pilot to help track your turns will make this specific drive much smoother.
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 113.7 miles from Felida, WA, or about 2h 14m 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 50 miles or 1h 3m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.7 miles or 2h 14m 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 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pasco, 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 227.5 miles and 4h 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 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 13
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
7
3.9 mi into trip|~9m in|Northeast 134th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 134th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
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
8
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
$44.32 one way
$88.64 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg80 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$46.43
$92.86
premium
$5.39
$48.29
$96.57
diesel
$4.80
$42.96
$85.91
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$44
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$69–$94
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
68.3
0
$23.89
$10.92
Efficient EV
56.9
0
$19.91
$9.10
EV Truck/SUV
91
1
$31.85
$14.56
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Felida, WA
Late night
in Felida on Sunday
Local time
12:09 AM
PDT
Current temp
81°F
Sunny
NNW 6 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 9:08PM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 9:08PM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Pasco, WA
Late night
in Pasco on Sunday
Local time
12:09 AM
PDT
Current temp
95°F
Sunny
SW 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 9:08PM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 17 at 9:08PM 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
14 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 26m 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 turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate cruise, as this route features zero percent highway travel. You will navigate via Northwest 122nd Street, Northwest 33rd Avenue, and Northwest 119th Street to make your way toward Pasco. This technical, local-road focus means you will be actively engaged with your steering and navigation throughout the entirety of the 227.5-mile journey. Unlike high-speed transit routes, these local roads require a more attentive driving style as you transition between various surface streets. The path maintains a consistent, localized feel that prioritizes neighborhood connectivity over high-speed travel, making it a unique alternative to traditional highway driving.
Only 7% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
23 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?
6/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 13 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 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 227.5 miles you will encounter 13 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.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
1,310 ft45 ft
Total Climb
1,443 ft
Total Descent
1,262 ft
Highest Point
1,310 ft
~211.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,265 ft
Notable High Points
1,310 ft at ~211.2 miles+766 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 Felida, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Umatilla along the way.
Pasco is a city in the Columbia River Plateau in Washington State, roughly between the Yakima and Snake Rivers on the north bank of the Columbia.
Pasco is one of the Tri-Cities of Washington, which also includes Kennewick 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 26m. Total distance: 227.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
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.
Yes — we found about 18 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 Pasco, 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 18 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
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 4.4 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Pasco, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
