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Trip from Millwood, WA to Vancouver, WA

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

Drive Time

6h 51m

Distance

363.9 mi

586 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$76

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 35 min
4 AM
6h 40m ★
6 AM
6h 51m
8 AM
7h 15m
10 AM
7h 0m
12 PM
6h 57m
3 PM
7h 1m
5 PM
7h 14m
8 PM
6h 44m

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

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Downtown Millwood, WA, WA

Millwood, WA

Mark Stebnicki

Trip Overview

This 363.9-mile journey from Millwood, WA, to Vancouver, WA, is estimated to take about 6 hours and 51 minutes of driving time. With a fuel cost around $76, it's a manageable trip, especially considering it can be comfortably completed in a single day. The route predominantly utilizes the Columbia River Highway and the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, with only a 20% share of I-90, suggesting a drive that prioritizes local roads over interstate cruising. This drive offers a chance to experience more of the Pacific Coast region as you travel between two points within the same state.

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

182 miles from Millwood, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 24m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Columbia River Highway 158.3 mi 2h 56m
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway 73.7 mi 1h 19m
I 90 56.6 mi 1h
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway 33.4 mi 37m
Old Oregon Trail Highway 11.3 mi 12m
Spokane Valley Freeway 9.3 mi 11m
Lewis and Clark Trail 5.7 mi 7m
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway 5.4 mi 6m
Longest stretch: Columbia River Highway — 158.3 mi, about 2h 56m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Millwood, WA and Vancouver, WA.

1

Start on North Argonne Road

311 ft · 9 sec · North Argonne Road
2

Continue on North Argonne Road

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Argonne Road
3

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 45 sec
Toward Spokane
4

Merge onto I 90

9.3 mi · 11 min · Spokane Valley Freeway
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
7

Take the exit onto US 395

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 395
Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
8

Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395

1.9 mi · 2 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

3.8 mi · 5 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
Toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport
10

Continue on US 395

1.1 mi · 2 min · North US 395
11

Continue on US 395

33 mi · 37 min · Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
12

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward I 84 West: Portland
13

Merge onto I 84; US 30

11 mi · 12 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway
14

Continue on I 84; US 30

158 mi · 2 hr 56 min · Columbia River Highway
Use the straight lane.
15

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 29 sec
Exit 9 Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle, Portland Airport
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 28 sec
Toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport Use the slight right lane.
17

Merge onto I 205

4.2 mi · 5 min · I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 41 sec
Exit 27 Toward WA 14: Vancouver, Camas Use the slight right lane.
19

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 49 sec
Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City Center Use the slight right lane.
20

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 37 sec
Toward WA 14 West Use the straight lane.
21

Merge onto WA 14

5.4 mi · 6 min · Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 55 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle Use the slight right lane.
23

Merge onto I 5

451 ft · 7 sec · I 5
24

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 17 sec
Exit 1D; 1C Toward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 1D Toward 4th Plain Boulevard Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26

Keep slight left at fork

220 ft · 12 sec
Use the straight / left lanes.
27

Turn left onto East Fourth Plain Boulevard

100 ft · 2 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard
Use the straight / left lanes.
28

Arrive at destination

East Fourth Plain Boulevard

Trip Plan

Given the 6-hour 51-minute estimated drive time, this route is well-suited for a single day trip. To make the most of the drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace, especially with the "turn-heavy local drive" profile. You'll want to plan for your single recommended stop strategically, perhaps around the halfway point or during the 158.3-mile stretch on the Columbia River Highway. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the drive is estimated to cost $76 and local roads might have fewer fueling opportunities than interstates.

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 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 182 miles from Millwood, WA, or about 3h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.3 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 80 miles or 1h 29m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 182 miles or 3h 24m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 5h 40m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Millwood, 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 Millwood, WA

This is one driving day of about 363.9 miles and 6h 51m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Millwood, 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 158.3 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Downtown Warm Springs, OR, OR

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Warm Springs, OR

182 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

Warden, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Hermiston, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 182 miles from Millwood, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Columbia River Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 158.3 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

DEDIKO

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vancouver, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 363.9

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13603144370

Visit website

The Plainsman

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Vancouver, Washington

1.9 mi

Peachtree Restaurant & Pie House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Vancouver, Washington

2.2 mi

DEDIKO

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13603144370

Visit website

The Plainsman

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

+13606939723

Visit website

Peachtree Restaurant & Pie House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13606936736

Posies Bakery & Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 363.9

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–4:30 pm

+15032891319

Visit website

Round1 Bowling & Arcade Vancouver Mall

3.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 10 am–2 pm

+15648882515

Visit website

Firehouse Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour Moderately mile 363.9

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 5–8 pm

+15039541702

Visit website

Cafe Eleven PDX, LLC

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 363.9

Portland, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+15039541375

Visit website

Ixtapa Mexican Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $20 to $30 mile 312

Cascade Locks, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+15413926872

Visit website

Krays Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13609524877

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 286

Mosier, Oregon

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Devil-ish Little Things Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

+15038414232

Visit website

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+13608166230

Visit website

Esther Short Park and Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13604878311

Visit website

Twisted Escape Rooms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 363.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13608333227

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 22

5 decision points cluster between mile 351.8 and 363.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
351.8 mi into trip | ~6h 33m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport
8
356.3 mi into trip | ~6h 39m in

Take the exit toward WA 14: Vancouver, Camas

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 27 Toward WA 14: Vancouver, Camas
8
356.6 mi into trip | ~6h 40m in

Keep slight right at fork toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City Center

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, City Center
9
363.1 mi into trip | ~6h 49m in

Take the exit toward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain Boulevard

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 1D; 1C Toward WA 501: 4th Plain Boulevard, Mill Plain...
8
363.2 mi into trip | ~6h 49m in

Keep slight left at fork toward 4th Plain Boulevard

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 1D Toward 4th Plain Boulevard

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$76.16 one way

$152.32 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 127 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $79.87 $159.74
premium $5.77 $82.64 $165.27
diesel $5.61 $80.34 $160.69

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$76

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$101–$126

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 127.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $38 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 109.2 1 $38.21 $17.47
Efficient EV 91 1 $31.84 $14.56
EV Truck/SUV 145.6 1 $50.95 $23.29

Gas CO2

127 kg

EV CO2

43 kg (66% 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

Millwood, WA

Evening in Millwood on Saturday

Local time

6:13 PM

PDT

Current temp

72°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Vancouver, WA

Evening in Vancouver on Saturday

Local time

6:13 PM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

72°F

Warm Springs, OR

182 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

23 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

6h 51m 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?

Expect a "turn-heavy local drive" for this route, with only 20% of the journey on highways. This means you'll likely experience a dynamic road that winds and turns frequently, rather than a straight, high-speed interstate. The longest uninterrupted stretch you’ll encounter is 158.3 miles on the Columbia River Highway, offering a substantial period of consistent driving before potential changes in road type or speed limits. This profile suggests a more engaging driving experience, where you'll be more actively navigating the road as it progresses.

Only 20% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
28 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 158.3 mi on Columbia River Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 351.8 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 22 significant decision points across 363.9 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 351.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Millwood, WA and Vancouver, WA, road signs point toward Ritzville, Pasco, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College and Tri Cities Airport.

Ritzville

66.9 mi in | ~1h 14m | via US 395

Pasco

66.9 mi in | ~1h 14m | via US 395

Pendleton

140.5 mi in | ~2h 34m | via US 395

Columbia Basin College

143 mi in | ~2h 37m | via US 395

Tri Cities Airport

143 mi in | ~2h 37m | via US 395

About the Cities

Arriving in Vancouver, WA

Full guide →

Vancouver is a city in southwest Washington State, immediately north of the border with Oregon. The city was established around Fort Vancouver, a fur trading outpost dating back to 1824, making this one of the oldest continuously-inhabited European communities in the Pacific Northwest. Two bridges across the Columbia River connect Vancouver to the rest of the Portland Metropolitan Area.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 51m. Total distance: 363.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 51m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 158.3 miles on Columbia River Highway. 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 Vancouver, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 351.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 356.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Not recommended in a single day. At 6.9 hours each way, a round trip means 13.7 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Vancouver, 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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