Trip from Nooksack, 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 13m

Distance

377.9 mi

608 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$79

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min

4 AM

7h 2m ★

6 AM

7h 13m

8 AM

7h 35m

10 AM

7h 21m

12 PM

7h 18m

3 PM

7h 22m

5 PM

7h 34m

8 PM

7h 6m

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

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city in Whatcom County, Washington, United States

Nooksack, WA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 377.6-mile journey from Nooksack, WA, to Spokane, WA, a trip that will take approximately 6 hours and 8 minutes. This drive is best tackled in a single day, making it a convenient option for a one-day excursion. You'll navigate primarily using local roads like Nooksack Road, West Columbia Street, and East Main Street, with no highway driving involved. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $79. Given its turn-heavy local drive profile, this route offers a more engaging experience than a typical interstate cruise. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be exploring within a familiar geographical context.

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

189 miles from Nooksack, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 44m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	269.5 mi	4h 53m
I 5	71.7 mi	1h 24m
I 405	18 mi	22m
Everson Goshen Road	7.8 mi	11m
Mount Baker Highway	2.4 mi	3m
East Sunset Drive	2.4 mi	4m
East Main Street	0.8 mi	1m
Nooksack Road	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 269.5 mi, about 4h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on East Madison Street

67 ft · 8 sec · East Madison Street

Turn left onto WA 9

0.5 mi · 1 min · Nooksack Road

Turn right onto WA 544

0.3 mi · 29 sec · West Columbia Street

Continue on WA 544

0.8 mi · 1 min · East Main Street

Continue on WA 544

0.5 mi · 40 sec · Everson Road

Turn straight onto WA 544

0.2 mi · 18 sec · Kale Street

Turn straight onto WA 544

0.4 mi · 53 sec · Mead Avenue

Continue on WA 544

1.7 mi · 2 min · Everson Goshen Road

Continue on Everson Goshen Road

6.1 mi · 9 min · Everson Goshen Road

At end of road, turn right onto WA 542

2.4 mi · 3 min · Mount Baker Highway

Continue on WA 542

2.4 mi · 4 min · East Sunset Drive

Take the ramp

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Toward I 5 South

Merge onto I 5

72 mi · 1 hr 24 min · I 5

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 182 Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 405

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

17 mi · 21 min · I 405

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 East: Spokane Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 90

268 mi · 4 hr 51 min · I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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

For this 377.6-mile drive, consider departing in the morning to allow ample time to reach Spokane comfortably within the estimated 6 hours and 8 minutes. Since there are no significant highway stretches, plan for your single designated stop to be strategically placed for a break and potential refueling. With a fuel cost estimated at $79, keep an eye on your gas gauge, especially as you leave more populated areas. The turn-heavy nature of this local drive means you'll need to stay attentive to your GPS or map to avoid missing turns and keep your journey smooth.

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 189 miles from Nooksack, WA, or about 3h 44m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 269.5 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 83 miles or 1h 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 189 miles or 3h 44m 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 4m

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 Nooksack, 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 Nooksack, WA

This is one driving day of about 377.9 miles and 7h 13m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 83 miles from Nooksack, 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 269.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

189 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.

Popular next leg

Monroe, WA to Spokane, WA

283.3 mi · 5h 30m

Pacing Suggestions

Mill Creek, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 83 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monroe, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 189 miles from Nooksack, 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 269.5 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

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Spokane, WA

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 377.9

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15092792124

Visit website

Emory's on Silver Lake

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Everett, Washington

2.1 mi

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 377.9

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

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 377.9

Spokane, WA

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15092792124

Visit website

Emory's on Silver Lake

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour Moderately mile 81

Everett, Washington

Hours: 2–9 pm

+14253377772

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $100 or ab mile 108

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14254560010

Visit website

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 216

Kittitas, Washington

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15098565946

Visit website

Castilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 108

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+14256252931

Visit website

Bai Tong Thai Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour $20 to $30 mile 108

Redmond, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+14257478424

Visit website

Tapped Mukilteo

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $20 to $30 mile 81

Mukilteo, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14253748677

Visit website

Luca Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 81

Everett, Washington

Hours: 4–10 pm

+14257891279

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 108

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

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 377.9

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 377.9

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 81

Mukilteo, Washington

Hours: 8:30 am–5:30 pm

+18004641476

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 15.5 and 106.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

15.5 mi into trip | ~25m in | I 5

Merge onto I 5

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

87.2 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton

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 182 Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton

89 mi into trip | ~1h 51m in | I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

106.1 mi into trip | ~2h 13m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

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 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

106.6 mi into trip | ~2h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 East: Spokane

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$79.09 one way

$158.18 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 132 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$82.94	$165.89
premium	$5.77	$85.82	$171.63
diesel	$5.61	$83.44	$166.87

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$79

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$104–$129

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 132.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $40 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	113.4	1	$39.68	$18.14
Efficient EV	94.5	1	$33.07	$15.12
EV Truck/SUV	151.2	1	$52.91	$24.19

Gas CO2

132 kg

EV CO2

44 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

Nooksack, WA

Evening in Nooksack on Saturday

Local time

6:10 PM

PDT

Current temp

68°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spokane, WA

Evening in Spokane on Saturday

Local time

6:10 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Monroe, WA

189 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

7h 13m 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 route is characterized as a 'turn-heavy local drive,' meaning you'll be navigating a series of local roads rather than high-speed highways. With 0% highway share, expect a more engaging and potentially slower pace as you transition through various communities. The longest uninterrupted stretch is not specified, but the profile suggests frequent turns and changes in direction. This type of driving can be more mentally engaging, requiring constant attention to navigation and road conditions as you make your way across the state.

95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

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

Longest single stretch: 269.5 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 15.5 miles in near I 5.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 16 significant decision points across 377.9 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 15.5 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 87.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 89 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Nooksack, WA and Spokane, WA, road signs point toward Renton and Seattle.

Renton

87.2 mi in | ~1h 49m

Seattle

106.1 mi in | ~2h 13m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 13m. Total distance: 377.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 13m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 269.5 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.

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 Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

First Avenue Coffee

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

Emory's on Silver Lake

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

509 Philly Stop

Castilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar

Bai Tong Thai Restaurant

Tapped Mukilteo

Luca Italian Restaurant

First Avenue Coffee

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

Indaba Coffee

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

Caffe Capri

Meeting House Café

Amoré Coffee

EV Connect Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

BTCPower Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

EV Connect Charging Station

Riverfront Park

Mobius Discovery Center

The Great Northern Clocktower

Manito Park

Wilburton Hill Park

Get Air Trampoline Park

Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum

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Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Nooksack, WA

Spokane, WA

Same local time

23 degrees cooler at arrival

7h 13m 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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