This 264-mile drive from Hobart, WA to Spokane, WA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 52 minutes. With 99% of the route on highways, it's designed for efficient travel, making it an ideal day trip. You'll primarily be on I-90, with brief stretches on State Route 18 and 276th Avenue Southeast. Factor in an estimated fuel cost of $55 for this trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you won't be crossing major geographical divides.
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
132 miles from Hobart, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 26m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
253.5 mi
4h 34m
State Route 18
7 mi
9m
276th Avenue Southeast
0.8 mi
1m
South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
1m
West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
<1m
Snoqualmie Parkway
0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 253.5 mi, about 4h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Hobart, WA and Spokane, WA.
1
Start on 276th Avenue Southeast
0.8 mi·1 min·276th Avenue Southeast
2
Take the ramp
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward WA 18 East: North Bend
3
Merge onto WA 18
7.0 mi·9 min·State Route 18
4
Continue on WA 18
0.1 mi·8 sec·Snoqualmie Parkway
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
6
Merge onto I 90
252 mi·4 hr 32 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
1.8 mi·2 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi·31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
9
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft·12 sec·West 5th Avenue
10
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi·32 sec·West Freeway Avenue
11
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi·31 sec·West 4th Avenue
12
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft·4 sec·West 4th Avenue
13
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi·1 min·South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
14
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi·34 sec·West Main Avenue
15
Turn right
26 ft·8 sec
16
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft·17 sec·South Gorge Trail
17
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 52-minute duration, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day adventure. It's best to start your journey in the morning to allow for flexibility and to avoid any potential evening traffic. You'll encounter only one recommended stop, but don't hesitate to pull over if you need a break, especially during the 253.5-mile stretch on I-90. Keep an eye on your fuel levels; the estimated cost is $55, and it’s wise to fuel up before embarking on the longest segment to ensure a smooth drive to Spokane.
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 132 miles from Hobart, WA, or about 2h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.5 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 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 132 miles or 2h 26m 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 58m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Hobart, 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 Hobart, WA
This is one driving day of about 264 miles and 4h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 58 miles from Hobart, 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 253.5 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 0.8 and 264 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0.8 mi into trip|~1m in
Take the ramp toward WA 18 East: North Bend
Navigation decision point
Toward WA 18 East: North Bend
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9.1 mi into trip|~14m in|I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
262.7 mi into trip|~4h 48m 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...
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264 mi into trip|~4h 52m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
264 mi into trip|~4h 52m in|South Gorge Trail
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$55.25 one way
$110.51 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg92 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$57.94
$115.89
premium
$5.77
$59.95
$119.90
diesel
$5.61
$58.29
$116.58
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: 92.4 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
79.2
0
$27.72
$12.67
Efficient EV
66
0
$23.10
$10.56
EV Truck/SUV
105.6
1
$36.96
$16.90
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 14, 2026
Origin
Hobart, WA
Late night
in Hobart on Tuesday
Local time
1:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spokane, WA
Late night
in Spokane on Tuesday
Local time
1:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Light Rain
SW 16 mph85% chanceLive forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 4:28PM PDT until April 14 at 7:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 4:28PM PDT until April 14 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle 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
13 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 52m 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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 99% of your travel occurring on major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a significant 253.5 miles on I-90. This means the drive is largely characterized by consistent speeds and efficient travel. While the initial and final segments might involve local roads like State Route 18 and 276th Avenue Southeast, the bulk of your time will be spent on the interstate, offering a predictable and direct path.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 253.5 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Route 18. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 52m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 262.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Spokane is the second-largest city in Washington State, and the largest between Seattle and Minneapolis. It is the economic hub of the "Inland Empire", a name used for Eastern Washington and the Idaho Panhandle (pre-dating by nearly a century the use of the same title by a region in Southern California). It is at the north edge of the Palouse, where gently rolling hills of wheat fields end at the Spokane River valley.
This article also includes the suburbs of Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley.
The longest stretch is about 253.5 miles on I 90. 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: at 0.8 miles: Navigation decision point; at 9.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 262.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 4.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Spokane, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
