Origin
Goldendale, WA
Late night in Goldendale on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Goldendale, WA to Yakima, 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 26m
Distance
70.8 mi
114 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 20m
★
6 AM
1h 27m
8 AM
1h 40m
10 AM
1h 31m
12 PM
1h 30m
3 PM
1h 32m
5 PM
1h 39m
8 PM
1h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Goldendale, WA
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Trip Overview
This 70.8-mile journey from Goldendale, WA to Yakima, WA is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can easily be completed in about 1 hour and 26 minutes. It's a perfect candidate for a single-day trip, with a modest estimated fuel cost of $15. The route primarily utilizes US 97 and I-82, with a short segment on Evergreen Highway, meaning you'll spend about 91% of your time on faster roads. Given its manageable distance and duration, you won't need to worry about overnight stays. This drive offers a practical way to transition between two points within the Pacific Coast region.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 48.2 mi | 56m |
| I 82 | 16.4 mi | 18m |
| Evergreen Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| East Broadway Street | 1 mi | 1m |
| East Yakima Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Buena Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| South Elm Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| South Columbus Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 48.2 mi, about 56m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goldendale, WA and Yakima, WA.
1
Start on East Allyn Street
242 ft
·
12 sec
·
East Allyn Street
2
Turn right onto South Columbus Avenue
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South Columbus Avenue
3
Turn right onto WA 142
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
East Broadway Street
4
Turn left onto US 97
48 mi
·
56 min
·
US 97
5
Continue on WA 22
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
South Elm Street
6
Continue on WA 22
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Buena Way
7
Continue on WA 22
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Evergreen Highway
8
Continue on WA 22
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
Buena Road
9
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
10
Merge onto I 82; US 12
16 mi
·
18 min
·
I 82; US 12
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Yakima Avenue
13
Turn straight onto East Yakima Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Yakima Avenue
14
Turn left onto South 1st Street
75 ft
·
2 sec
·
South 1st Street
15
Arrive at destination
South 1st Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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
First break window
Fuel and coffeeA short stop after about 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.4 miles from Goldendale, 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 75 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 69.5 — 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
|
South Columbus Avenue
Turn right onto South Columbus Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WA 142 / East Broadway Street
Turn right onto WA 142 / East Broadway Street
Navigation decision point
4
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
US 97
Turn left onto US 97
Navigation decision point
5
69.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights
5
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
Keep slight left at fork toward Yakima Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward Yakima Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.82 one way
$29.64 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $15.54 | $31.08 |
| premium | $5.77 | $16.08 | $32.16 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.63 | $31.26 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.2 | 0 | $7.43 | $3.40 |
| Efficient EV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.19 | $2.83 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.3 | 0 | $9.91 | $4.53 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Yakima, WA
Late night in Yakima on Sunday
Local time
2:55 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Slight Chance Light Rain
SW 14 to 18 mph
24% chance
Live forecast
Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued April 14 at 11:13AM PDT until April 14 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Winter Storm Warning
Winter Storm Warning issued April 14 at 11:13AM PDT until April 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
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
22 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 26m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 91% of the drive taking place on faster roads like US 97 and I-82. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 48.2 miles on US 97, allowing for steady progress. While the highway focus means less time for leisurely exploration, it ensures an efficient transit. The Evergreen Highway segment offers a brief change of pace before rejoining the main arteries. Overall, this drive prioritizes getting you from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 48.2 mi on US 97.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near South Columbus Avenue.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 26m drive. You will face about 7 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 (South Columbus Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WA 142 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 97): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 26m. Total distance: 70.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 26m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 48.2 miles on US 97. 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 (South Columbus Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WA 142 / East Broadway Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (US 97): Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Yakima, 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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