Spanning 323.7 miles across Washington, this journey from North Bonneville to Spokane Valley typically takes about 5 hours and 8 minutes. Given the duration, you can complete this trip in a single day, though it requires sustained focus. You should budget approximately $68 for fuel to cover the distance. Because you stay entirely within the state of Washington, you won't need to worry about crossing regional boundaries or shifting time zones. It is a straightforward transit that works well for travelers looking to move efficiently between these two locations 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
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
161.9 miles from North Bonneville, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 5m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 395
131.2 mi
2h 21m
Columbia River Highway
122.2 mi
2h 13m
McNary Highway
29.9 mi
33m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
11.4 mi
12m
I 90
11.3 mi
14m
Lewis and Clark Trail
4.9 mi
6m
Evergreen Highway
4.1 mi
5m
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
3.3 mi
4m
Longest stretch:
US 395
— 131.2 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Bonneville, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
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Start on Shahala East
291 ft·14 sec·Shahala East
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Continue on Shahala East
479 ft·23 sec·Shahala East
3
Continue on Shahala
186 ft·11 sec·Shahala
4
Turn right onto Garrison Drive
0.3 mi·1 min·Garrison Drive
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At end of road, turn right onto Cascade Drive
0.3 mi·40 sec·Cascade Drive
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Turn left
283 ft·11 sec
7
Turn right onto WA 14
4.1 mi·5 min·Evergreen Highway
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Turn right onto Bridge of the Gods
0.6 mi·3 min·Bridge of the Gods
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Turn right onto US 30
1.3 mi·2 min·Wa-Na-Pa Street
Use the right lane.
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Continue on US 30
0.2 mi·20 sec·Frontage Road
Toward I 84 East
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Take the ramp onto US 30
0.3 mi·19 sec·US 30
Toward I 84 East
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Merge onto I 84; US 30
122 mi·2 hr 13 min·Columbia River Highway
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Continue on I 84; US 30
11 mi·12 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
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Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
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Continue on I 82
30 mi·33 min·McNary Highway
16
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
3.3 mi·4 min·Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
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Continue on US 395
1.1 mi·2 min·South US 395
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Continue on US 395
4.9 mi·6 min·Lewis and Clark Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
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Take the exit onto US 395
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 395
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, FinleyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
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Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
0.3 mi·34 sec·US 395
Toward US 395
21
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
131 mi·2 hr 20 min·US 395
Toward US 395 North: SpokaneUse the slight right lane.
22
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
11 mi·14 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
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Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward WA 27
24
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft·11 sec·North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
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Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
Since this is a technical, turn-heavy drive, plan to depart early in the morning to maintain alertness behind the wheel. With only one recommended stop, it is essential to pace yourself and take breaks whenever you feel fatigue setting in. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $68 estimate assumes steady driving conditions, and local roads can sometimes lead to unpredictable consumption. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the transition between Shahala and Garrison Drive before you leave, as the local road network requires frequent navigation adjustments.
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 161.9 miles from North Bonneville, WA, or about 3h 5m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131.2 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 71 miles or 1h 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 161.9 miles or 3h 5m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane Valley, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving North Bonneville, 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 North Bonneville, WA
This is one driving day of about 323.9 miles and 6h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 71 miles from North Bonneville, 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 395 for about 131.2 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 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 5.6 and 181.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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5.6 mi into trip|~11m in|US 30 / Wa-Na-Pa Street
Turn right onto US 30 / Wa-Na-Pa Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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171.7 mi into trip|~3h 15m in|US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco,...
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181 mi into trip|~3h 29m in|US 395
Take the exit onto US 395 toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
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.
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Stree...
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181.1 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 toward US 395
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 395
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181.4 mi into trip|~3h 30m in|US 395
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 toward US 395 North: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 395 North: Spokane
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$67.79 one way
$135.58 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg113 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$71.09
$142.18
premium
$5.77
$73.55
$147.11
diesel
$5.61
$71.51
$143.03
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$68
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$93–$118
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 113.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging
· 1 stop
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
97.2
1
$34.01
$15.55
Efficient EV
81
0
$28.34
$12.96
EV Truck/SUV
129.6
1
$45.35
$20.73
Gas CO2
113 kg
EV CO2
38 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 16, 2026
Origin
North Bonneville, WA
Late night
in North Bonneville on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spokane Valley, WA
Late night
in Spokane Valley on Tuesday
Local time
5:11 AM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Chance Light Snow
W 8 mph45% chanceLive 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
1 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
6h 6m 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.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive rather than a high-speed interstate cruise, as this route features 0% highway driving. You will navigate local thoroughfares like Shahala East, Shahala, and Garrison Drive for the duration of the 323.7-mile trek. Because the path relies on local roads rather than major freeways, you should prepare for constant maneuvering and a more engaged driving experience. The lack of highway stretches means your speed will likely remain consistent but moderate throughout the entire five-hour window.
44% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 131.2 mi on US 395.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 5.6 miles in near US 30 / Wa-Na-Pa Street.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 323.9 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 5.6 miles (US 30 / Wa-Na-Pa Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 171.7 miles (US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181 miles (US 395): 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 North Bonneville, WA and Spokane Valley, WA, road signs point toward Umatilla, Pasco, Spokane and Finley.
Umatilla
140.9 mi in|~2h 41m
Pasco
171.7 mi in|~3h 15m|via US 395
Spokane
171.7 mi in|~3h 15m|via US 395
Finley
181 mi in|~3h 29m|via US 395
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 6m. Total distance: 323.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 6m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 131.2 miles on US 395. 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 Valley, 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 5.6 miles (US 30 / Wa-Na-Pa Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 171.7 miles (US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 181 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Not recommended in a single day. At 6.1 hours each way, a round trip means 12.2 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Spokane Valley, WA before the return drive.
