Trip from Longview Heights, WA to Spokane, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 10m

Distance

368 mi

592 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$77

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

7h 0m ★

6 AM

7h 11m

8 AM

7h 33m

10 AM

7h 18m

12 PM

7h 16m

3 PM

7h 20m

5 PM

7h 32m

8 PM

7h 4m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Longview Heights, WA

William Jacobs

Trip Overview

Longview Heights, WA to Spokane, WA is 368 miles and takes about 7h 10m via I 90, US 12, and I 82, with a fuel budget near $77 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you across Washington state, moving from the Pacific Coast region eastward. Expect a largely highway-focused experience, making it a straightforward trip for a single day. With only 2 recommended stops, you can plan to cover significant ground efficiently. This route is a practical choice for reaching Spokane from the western part of the state without needing an overnight stay.

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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

184 miles from Longview Heights, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	168.1 mi	3h
US 12	135.8 mi	2h 45m
I 82	30.3 mi	32m
I 5	25.2 mi	27m
Westside Highway	1.6 mi	3m
Columbia Heights Road	1.6 mi	5m
Nevada Drive	1.4 mi	5m
South Lincoln Street	0.4 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 168.1 mi, about 3h

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Longview Heights, WA and Spokane, WA.

Start on this road

29 ft · 3 sec · this road

Turn left onto Crestmont Avenue

321 ft · 15 sec · Crestmont Avenue

Turn left onto Alpine Way

283 ft · 18 sec · Alpine Way

Turn left onto Cedar Gates Road

508 ft · 23 sec · Cedar Gates Road

Turn right onto Laulainen Road

523 ft · 24 sec · Laulainen Road

Turn left onto Gates Road

0.1 mi · 35 sec · Gates Road

Turn right onto Columbia Heights Road

1.6 mi · 5 min · Columbia Heights Road

Turn left onto Nevada Drive

1.4 mi · 5 min · Nevada Drive

At end of road, turn left onto WA 411

1.6 mi · 3 min · Westside Highway

Turn right onto Lexington Bridge Drive

0.4 mi · 1 min · Lexington Bridge Drive

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 32 sec

Merge onto I 5

25 mi · 27 min · I 5

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima

Turn right onto US 12

119 mi · 2 hr 22 min · US 12

Continue on US 12

17 mi · 22 min · US 12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 82 West, US 97 North: Selah, Ellensburg

Turn straight onto WA 823

100 ft · 1 sec · Selah Road

Take the ramp

111 ft · 2 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto I 82; US 97

30 mi · 32 min · I 82; US 97

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 54 sec

Toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane

Merge onto I 90

166 mi · 2 hr 58 min · I 90

Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 2; US 395

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street

Continue on West 5th Avenue

382 ft · 12 sec · West 5th Avenue

Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · West Freeway Avenue

Continue on West 4th Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West 4th Avenue

Continue on West 4th Avenue

167 ft · 4 sec · West 4th Avenue

Continue on South Lincoln Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Lincoln Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto West Main Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · West Main Avenue

Turn right

26 ft · 8 sec

Turn left onto South Gorge Trail

157 ft · 17 sec · South Gorge Trail

Arrive at destination

South Gorge Trail

Trip Plan

Given the 7h 10m duration, starting your drive from Longview Heights in the morning is advisable to make the most of daylight. With 2 stops suggested over 368 miles, plan to break up the journey roughly every 120 miles or so. This highway-centric route means fuel stops will be readily available, especially along the 168.1-mile stretch on I 90. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge as you approach the more rural sections between major towns. Since it's a single-day drive, flexibility in your stop timing is a benefit.

Morning Departure

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Evening Departure

This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 184 miles from Longview Heights, WA, or about 3h 49m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 168.1 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 81 miles or 1h 45m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 184 miles or 3h 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Longview Heights, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Longview Heights, WA

This is one driving day of about 368 miles and 7h 10m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Longview Heights, WA.

This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.

Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 168.1 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yakima, WA

184 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

Bonney Lake, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Kittitas, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 184 miles from Longview Heights, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 168.1 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.9

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+15097650606

Visit website

Top Coffee Stop

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 368

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+15097650606

Visit website

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 262.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15093611111

Visit website

Shari's Cafe and Pies

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 262.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15095900596

Visit website

Porky's Public House & Eatery

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30

Longview, Washington

Hours: 10 am–9 pm

+13606361616

Visit website

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+15097470336

Visit website

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15094433566

Visit website

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15099925258

Visit website

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15097473088

Visit website

Meeting House Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

Espresso De Cafè

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour $1 to $10 mile 262.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+15097666667

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 236.6

George, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 368

Spokane, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 368

Spokane, Washington

+18008991482

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 368

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 368

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~7 min detour

Longview, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+13604425421

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 24

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 198 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | Cedar Gates Road

Turn left onto Cedar Gates Road

Navigation decision point

3.5 mi into trip | ~13m in | WA 411 / Westside Highway

At end of road, turn left onto WA 411 / Westside Highway

Navigation decision point

31 mi into trip | ~45m in

Take the exit toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima

167.1 mi into trip | ~3h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 82 West, US 97 North: Selah, Ellensburg

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 82 West, US 97 North: Selah, Ellensbur...

198 mi into trip | ~4h 5m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$77.02 one way

$154.04 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 129 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$80.77	$161.54
premium	$5.77	$83.57	$167.14
diesel	$5.61	$81.25	$162.50

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$77

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$102–$127

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 128.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	110.4	1	$38.64	$17.66
Efficient EV	92	1	$32.20	$14.72
EV Truck/SUV	147.2	1	$51.52	$23.55

Gas CO2

129 kg

EV CO2

43 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 15, 2026

Origin

Longview Heights, WA

Evening in Longview Heights on Saturday

Local time

6:11 PM

PDT

Current temp

47°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spokane, WA

Evening in Spokane on Saturday

Local time

6:11 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°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

2 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

7h 10m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

What kind of drive is this?

This is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 98% of the route utilizing major interstates and highways. You'll encounter long, uninterrupted stretches, including the longest segment of 168.1 miles on I 90. The character of the road remains consistent for the most part, prioritizing efficient travel over varied scenery. Prepare for a drive where speed and directness are key, as the path is primarily defined by the efficiency of these major arteries.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

33 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 168.1 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

7/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Cedar Gates Road.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 24 significant decision points across 368 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 0.1 miles (Cedar Gates Road): Navigation decision point; at 3.5 miles (WA 411 / Westside Highway): Navigation decision point; at 31 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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 Longview Heights, WA and Spokane, WA, road signs point toward Yakima and Ellensburg.

Yakima

31 mi in | ~45m

Ellensburg

167.1 mi in | ~3h 30m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 10m. Total distance: 368 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 10m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 168.1 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.

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 Spokane, 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 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.2 hours each way, a round trip means 14.4 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Spokane, WA before the return drive.

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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Trip from Longview Heights, WA to Spokane, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

El Rodeo Restaurant

First Avenue Coffee

El Rodeo Restaurant

ENZO Italian Restaurant

Shari's Cafe and Pies

Porky's Public House & Eatery

First Avenue Coffee

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

Indaba Coffee

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

Caffe Capri

Meeting House Café

Espresso De Cafè

Tesla Supercharger

EV Connect Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

BTCPower Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Riverfront Park

Mobius Discovery Center

The Great Northern Clocktower

Manito Park

Reel Adrenaline Guide Service

McCosh Park

420 Holiday

Lake Sacajawea Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Longview Heights, WA

Spokane, WA

Same local time

2 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 10m on the road

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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