If you are planning a trip from Othello to Spokane Valley, expect a straightforward 120.4-mile journey that typically takes about 2 hours and 15 minutes. This route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it doesn't require an overnight stay to manage the mileage. You will primarily navigate via the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, WA 26, and I-90. With fuel costs estimated at around $25, it remains an affordable trek across the Pacific Coast region. Because the drive is efficient, you can easily complete it in one go without the need for forced stops, making it a great option for a quick transition between these two Washington locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
60.2 miles from Othello, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 8m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
86.7 mi
1h 33m
WA 26
20.4 mi
23m
I 90
11.3 mi
14m
South 1st Avenue
0.8 mi
1m
South 1st Street
0.2 mi
<1m
East Main Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Pines Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
South Broadway Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
— 86.7 mi, about 1h 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Othello, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on South Broadway Avenue
71 ft·5 sec·South Broadway Avenue
2
Turn right onto East Main Street
378 ft·11 sec·East Main Street
3
Turn right onto South 1st Avenue
0.8 mi·1 min·South 1st Avenue
4
Continue on South 1st Street
0.2 mi·25 sec·South 1st Street
5
Turn left
118 ft·4 sec
6
Turn straight onto WA 26
20 mi·23 min·WA 26
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi·58 sec
Toward US 395 North: Ritzville, Spokane
8
Merge onto US 395
87 mi·1 hr 33 min·Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
9
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
11 mi·14 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
10
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward WA 27
11
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft·11 sec·North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
Given the 120.4-mile distance, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time based on your own schedule. Since there are no mandatory stops built into this route, you can choose to power through the drive or take breaks whenever you feel the need to stretch your legs. Keep in mind that the majority of your time will be spent on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, so ensure your vehicle is fueled up before hitting that 86.7-mile stretch. Budgeting approximately $25 for fuel will keep your trip logistics simple. By staying aware of the shift from local roads to the interstate, you can manage the driving intensity effectively for a smooth arrival in Spokane Valley.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 60.2 miles from Othello, WA, or about 1h 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 86.7 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 26 miles or 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 60.2 miles or 1h 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 49m
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 Othello, 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 Othello, WA
This is one driving day of about 120.4 miles and 2h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 26 miles from Othello, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway for about 86.7 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 8
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 119.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0 mi into trip|~0m in|East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|South 1st Avenue
Turn right onto South 1st Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1.1 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
5
21.5 mi into trip|~26m in
Take the ramp toward US 395 North: Ritzville, Spokane
Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395 North: Ritzville, Spokane
4
119.9 mi into trip|~2h 14m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$25.20 one way
$50.40 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg42 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$26.43
$52.85
premium
$5.77
$27.34
$54.68
diesel
$5.61
$26.58
$53.17
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$25
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$50–$75
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 42.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
36.1
0
$12.64
$5.78
Efficient EV
30.1
0
$10.54
$4.82
EV Truck/SUV
48.2
0
$16.86
$7.71
Gas CO2
42 kg
EV CO2
14 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Othello, WA
Night
in Othello on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spokane Valley, WA
Night
in Spokane Valley on Saturday
Local time
9:22 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
22 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
2h 15m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
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 mix of driving conditions that shifts as you progress toward your destination. While the route involves a 26% highway share, it is characterized as a turn-heavy local drive rather than a monotonous interstate haul. You will spend the bulk of your time on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 86.7 miles. Be prepared for the transition from smaller local roads to the faster pace of I-90 once you merge. This variation keeps the drive engaging, requiring you to stay alert as the road layout changes throughout the 2-hour and 15-minute duration.
Only 26% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 86.7 mi on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near East Main Street.
Driving Effort3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 2h 15m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,423 ft1,055 ft
Total Climb
1,540 ft
Total Descent
582 ft
Highest Point
2,423 ft
~103.2 mi in
Elevation Range
1,367 ft
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Othello, WA to Spokane Valley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Spokane along the way.
Spokane
21.5 mi in|~26m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 15m. Total distance: 120.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 86.7 miles on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (East Main Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (South 1st Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1.1 miles: Navigation decision point.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spokane Valley, WA before heading back.
