Kennewick, WA to Edmonds, WA is 242.5 miles and takes about 4h 41m via US 97, US 12, and I 82, with a fuel budget near $51 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive across Washington State, moving from the Pacific Coast region to another part of the same region. Expect a highway-focused experience for the majority of this trip. With a recommended one-day duration, this route is ideal for a quick transit between these two points without needing an overnight stop.
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
121.2 miles from Kennewick, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 15m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 97
107.5 mi
2h 1m
US 12
70.9 mi
1h 17m
I 82
31 mi
33m
I 5
11.7 mi
14m
WA 240
11.6 mi
13m
Edmonds Way
2.6 mi
5m
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
1.3 mi
1m
5th Avenue South
0.9 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 107.5 mi, about 2h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kennewick, WA and Edmonds, WA.
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Start on North Newport Street
0.1 mi·37 sec·North Newport Street
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Turn left onto West Kennewick Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·West Kennewick Avenue
3
Turn left onto North Fruitland Street
0.6 mi·1 min·North Fruitland Street
4
Turn left onto West Columbia Drive
0.5 mi·1 min·West Columbia Drive
5
Enter roundabout onto WA 240
0.1 mi·8 sec·WA 240
6
Continue on WA 240
6.4 mi·8 min·WA 240
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 240
5.1 mi·5 min·WA 240
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on I 182; US 12
0.1 mi·7 sec·I 182; US 12
9
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12
71 mi·1 hr 17 min·US 12
Toward I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
10
Continue on I 82; US 97
31 mi·33 min·I 82; US 97
11
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97
107 mi·2 hr 1 min·US 97
Toward I 90 WestUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 90
1.3 mi·1 min·Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
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.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·21 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Madison Street, Convention Center
15
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi·54 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver
16
Merge onto I 5
12 mi·14 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 177Toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest ParkUse the right lane.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi·27 sec
Toward WA 104 West: EdmondsUse the slight left lane.
19
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi·13 sec
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston FerryUse the straight / right lanes.
20
Turn right onto WA 104
0.7 mi·1 min·Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
21
Continue on WA 104
0.4 mi·45 sec·North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
22
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 104
2.6 mi·5 min·Edmonds Way
23
Continue on 5th Avenue South
0.9 mi·2 min·5th Avenue South
24
Turn right onto Main Street
40 ft·28 sec·Main Street
25
Continue on Main Street
25 ft·6 sec·Main Street
26
Turn sharp right onto 5th Avenue North
26 ft·0 sec·5th Avenue North
27
Arrive at destination
5th Avenue North
Trip Plan
Given the 4h 41m duration, this trip is easily manageable in a single day, so you can leave when it's most convenient for you. Plan for one stop to break up the drive, perhaps during or after the 107.5-mile stretch on US 97. Ensure you have adequate fuel before heading out, as the estimated fuel cost is $51. There are no particularly challenging road conditions to anticipate on this predominantly highway route, so focus on maintaining your pace and enjoying the relatively quick transit.
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 121.2 miles from Kennewick, WA, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 107.5 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 53 miles or 1h 1m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 121.2 miles or 2h 15m 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 43m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Edmonds, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kennewick, 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 Kennewick, WA
This is one driving day of about 242.5 miles and 4h 41m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 53 miles from Kennewick, 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 US 97 for about 107.5 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 19
5 decision points cluster between mile 115.5 and 237.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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115.5 mi into trip|~2h 9m in|US 97
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 90 West
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224.3 mi into trip|~4h 12m 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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237.3 mi into trip|~4h 29m in
Take the exit toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 177
Toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest Park
8
237.5 mi into trip|~4h 29m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 104 West: Edmonds
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds
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237.8 mi into trip|~4h 30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston Ferry
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston Ferry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$50.75 one way
$101.51 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg85 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$53.23
$106.45
premium
$5.77
$55.07
$110.14
diesel
$5.61
$53.54
$107.08
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$51
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$76–$101
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 84.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.
Driving Electric?
About $25 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
72.8
0
$25.46
$11.64
Efficient EV
60.6
0
$21.22
$9.70
EV Truck/SUV
97
1
$33.95
$15.52
Gas CO2
85 kg
EV CO2
28 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 21, 2026
Origin
Kennewick, WA
Late night
in Kennewick on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
53°F
Mostly Cloudy
SW 3 mph5% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:24AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Edmonds, WA
Late night
in Edmonds on Tuesday
Local time
5:10 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
67°F
Monroe, WA
121 mi in
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
9 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 41m 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...
1 mi from route
~2 min detour
Free
near mile 225.8
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly a highway-focused drive, with a 96% highway share. You'll encounter stretches of US 97, US 12, and I 82, offering a consistent driving pace for much of the journey. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll experience is 107.5 miles on US 97, so be prepared for a significant period of steady travel. The road primarily consists of higher-speed highways, making it efficient for covering distance.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 107.5 mi on US 97.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 115.5 miles in near US 97.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 242.5 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 115.5 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 237.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Kennewick, WA and Edmonds, WA, road signs point toward Yakima, Convention Center and Vancouver.
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 41m. Total distance: 242.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 107.5 miles on US 97. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 12 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 Edmonds, 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 12 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 115.5 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 224.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 237.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. 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 4.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Edmonds, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
