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Trip from Pasco, WA to Edgewood, WA

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

Drive Time

4h 27m

Distance

233.5 mi

376 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 14m ★
6 AM
4h 27m
8 AM
4h 54m
10 AM
4h 36m
12 PM
4h 34m
3 PM
4h 38m
5 PM
4h 52m
8 PM
4h 19m

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

Downtown Pasco, WA, WA

Pasco, WA

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Downtown Edgewood, WA, WA

Edgewood, WA

JOHN CALLERY

Trip Overview

Pasco, WA to Edgewood, WA is 233.5 miles and takes about 4h 27m via US 97, US 12, and I 82, with a fuel budget near $49 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip takes you across Washington State, moving from the Pacific Coast region towards another point within the same region. Given its highway-focused profile and single-day recommendation, it's a straightforward drive best suited for those looking for efficiency. You'll spend most of your time on major roadways, making it a practical choice for getting from point A to point B without significant detours.

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

116.8 miles from Pasco, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 9m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 97 85.7 mi 1h 35m
US 12 70.9 mi 1h 17m
I 82 31 mi 33m
State Route 18 24.2 mi 31m
I 182 11.8 mi 12m
Valley Freeway 3.3 mi 4m
Jovita Boulevard East 1.8 mi 3m
Lewis and Clark Trail 1.3 mi 1m
Longest stretch: US 97 — 85.7 mi, about 1h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pasco, WA and Edgewood, WA.

1

Start on North 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · North 8th Avenue
2

At end of road, turn right onto West Court Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · West Court Street
3

Turn left onto North 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North 4th Avenue
4

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 47 sec
5

Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395

1.3 mi · 1 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 182; US 12

12 mi · 12 min · I 182; US 12
Toward I 182, US 12 Use the straight lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork onto US 12

71 mi · 1 hr 17 min · US 12
Toward I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
8

Continue on I 82; US 97

31 mi · 33 min · I 82; US 97
9

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97

86 mi · 1 hr 35 min · US 97
Toward I 90 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Exit 25 Toward WA 18 West: Auburn Use the slight right lane.
11

Keep slight left at fork

448 ft · 13 sec
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma Use the straight / left / right lanes.
12

Merge onto WA 18

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
13

Continue on WA 18

24 mi · 31 min · State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 19 sec
Toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup Use the slight right lane.
15

Keep slight left at fork

0.3 mi · 26 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.2 mi · 24 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup Use the straight / right lanes.
17

Merge onto WA 167

3.3 mi · 4 min · Valley Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 56 sec
Toward Stewart Road, Jovita Boulevard East, 8th Street East, Pacific, Milton Use the slight right lane.
19

Turn right onto Jovita Boulevard East

1.8 mi · 3 min · Jovita Boulevard East
Use the right lane.
20

Enter roundabout onto Emerald Street

10 ft · 0 sec · Emerald Street
21

Continue on Emerald Street

0.1 mi · 18 sec · Emerald Street
22

Turn left onto WA 161

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Meridian Avenue East
23

Continue on WA 161

56 ft · 8 sec · Meridian Avenue East
24

Arrive at destination

WA 161

Trip Plan

With a duration of just over 4 hours, this trip is easily manageable as a single-day journey. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and take advantage of lighter traffic. You'll only need one primary stop, so plan it strategically around the 85.7-mile mark on US 97. Given the $49 fuel cost estimate, ensure your vehicle is fueled before you leave Pasco, as the longest stretch is early in the drive. This route's efficiency means you have flexibility; you can depart whenever it suits your schedule.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 116.8 miles from Pasco, WA, or about 2h 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 85.7 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 51 miles or 57m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 116.8 miles or 2h 9m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 32m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Pasco, 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 Pasco, WA

This is one driving day of about 233.5 miles and 4h 27m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Pasco, 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 97 for about 85.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Chelan County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cashmere, WA

117 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

Sunnyside, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ellensburg, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 116.8 miles from Pasco, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 97 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 85.7 miles.

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 19

5 decision points cluster between mile 2.7 and 227.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

8
2.7 mi into trip | ~5m in | I 182; US 12

Keep slight left at fork onto I 182; US 12 toward I 182, US 12

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

Use the straight lane. Toward I 182, US 12
7
116.4 mi into trip | ~2h 8m in | US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 90 West
9
202.4 mi into trip | ~3h 44m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma

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

Use the straight / left / right lanes. Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn,...
9
227.3 mi into trip | ~4h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway

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

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley High...
8
227.5 mi into trip | ~4h 17m in

Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 South: Puyallup

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$48.87 one way

$97.74 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $51.25 $102.50
premium $5.77 $53.02 $106.05
diesel $5.61 $51.55 $103.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 70.1 0 $24.52 $11.21
Efficient EV 58.4 0 $20.43 $9.34
EV Truck/SUV 93.4 1 $32.69 $14.94

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Pasco, WA

Night in Pasco on Saturday

Local time

11:00 PM

PDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Edgewood, WA

Night in Edgewood on Saturday

Local time

11:00 PM

PDT

Current temp

60°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

7 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

4h 27m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

19 mi from route ~48 min detour Free near mile 217.4
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, with 97% of the journey on major roads. Expect a steady pace for most of the 233.5 miles. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 85.7 miles on US 97, which should allow for a good rhythm. The route utilizes US 97, US 12, and I 82, indicating a mix of well-maintained highways designed for consistent travel. While not overly technical, the highway nature means you'll be navigating higher speeds and longer distances between distinct changes in scenery.

97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 85.7 mi on US 97.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.7 miles in near I 182; US 12.

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 19 significant decision points across 233.5 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 2.7 miles (I 182; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.4 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.4 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 Pasco, WA and Edgewood, WA, road signs point toward Yakima, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.

Yakima

14.5 mi in | ~17m | via US 12

Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn

202.4 mi in | ~3h 44m

Tacoma

202.4 mi in | ~3h 44m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 27m. Total distance: 233.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 85.7 miles on US 97. 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 Edgewood, 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 2.7 miles (I 182; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 116.4 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 202.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Edgewood, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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