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Trip from Port Angeles, WA to Pasco, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Oct 23, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 59m
Distance
344.4 mi
554 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$74
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 48m
★
6 AM
6h 59m
8 AM
7h 22m
10 AM
7h 7m
12 PM
7h 5m
3 PM
7h 8m
5 PM
7h 21m
8 PM
6h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Angeles, WA
William Jacobs
Pasco, WA
nicholas hatherly
Trip Overview
Port Angeles to Pasco is 344.4 miles and takes about 6 hours 59 minutes via I-90, I-82, and US-97, with a fuel budget near $73 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This mostly highway route will take you from the Pacific Coast region of Washington to its interior, traversing a significant portion of the state. With 85% of the drive on major highways, expect a straightforward trip focused on covering ground efficiently. It's a single-day option for those prioritizing reaching their destination quickly.
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
172.2 miles from Port Angeles, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 48m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 84.5 mi | 1h 33m |
| I 82 | 64.1 mi | 1h 8m |
| US 97 | 37.8 mi | 42m |
| East 1st Street | 36.6 mi | 55m |
| State Route 18 | 27.3 mi | 34m |
| State Highway 16 | 26.5 mi | 33m |
| State Highway 3 Northeast | 23.2 mi | 31m |
| US 12 | 14.5 mi | 15m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 84.5 mi, about 1h 33m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 56 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~6,725 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~776 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
8.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
12a
6a
noon
6p
11p
Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Angeles, WA and Pasco, WA.
1
Start on this road
215 ft
·
20 sec
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this road
2
At end of road, turn left onto US 101
150 ft
·
12 sec
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North Lincoln Street
3
Turn left onto US 101
37 mi
·
55 min
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East 1st Street
4
Take the exit
8.7 mi
·
11 min
5
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 104
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
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State Route 104
6
Enter roundabout onto WA 104
101 ft
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1 sec
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State Route 104
7
Continue on WA 104
4.9 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 104
8
Enter roundabout onto WA 104
117 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 104
9
Continue on WA 104
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
State Route 104
10
Continue on WA 104
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Hood Canal Floating Bridge
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Use the right lane.
12
Merge onto WA 3
23 mi
·
31 min
·
State Highway 3 Northeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on WA 3
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 3 West
14
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West State Route 16
15
Continue on WA 16
27 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
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I 5
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi
·
10 min
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I 5
Use the slight right lane.
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto WA 18
27 mi
·
34 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Continue on WA 18
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
23
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
24
Merge onto I 90
85 mi
·
1 hr 33 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
25
Take the exit onto US 97
38 mi
·
42 min
·
US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
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I 82; US 12
27
Take the exit onto US 12
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
28
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 13
Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
29
Turn straight onto North 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Avenue
30
Turn right onto Court Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
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Court Street
31
Turn left onto North 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
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North 8th Avenue
32
Arrive at destination
North 8th Avenue
Trip Plan
Since this is a single-day drive of under 7 hours, you have flexibility with your departure time. Leaving Port Angeles in the morning should allow ample time to reach Pasco before dark. Plan for one main stop to refuel and stretch, as the longest stretch between exits on I-90 is over 84 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition to US-97, as services can become more spread out. Consider downloading offline maps, as cell service can be spotty in some interior Washington areas.
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 172.2 miles from Port Angeles, WA, or about 3h 48m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 76 miles or 1h 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 172.2 miles or 3h 48m 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 52m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pasco, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Port Angeles, 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 Port Angeles, WA
This is one driving day of about 344.4 miles and 6h 59m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 76 miles from Port Angeles, 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 I 90 for about 84.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
172 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 76 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 172.2 miles from Port Angeles, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 84.5 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Stops Along Your Drive
Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.
Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Eastbound
0 mi from route
Selah Creek Rest Area, I-82 Eastbound
0.1 mi from route
Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Westbound
0.1 mi from route
Prosser Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Pilot Travel Center
0.1 mi from route
Travelers Rest Rest Area
0.1 mi from route
Selah Creek Rest Area, I-82 Westbound
0.2 mi from route
Flying J Travel Center
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.2 mi from route
TA
0.2 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
0.3 mi from route
Service Plaza
1.1 mi from route
Love's Travel Stop
1.2 mi from route
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 225 decision points cluster between mile 105.2 and 343.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
105.2 mi into trip
|
~2h 27m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
8
113.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 38m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
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 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...
7
226.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m in
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US 97
Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
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 I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
8
328.7 mi into trip
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~6h 40m in
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US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
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 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
7
343.2 mi into trip
|
~6h 56m in
Take the exit toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$73.68 one way
$147.36 round trip
$5.43/gal
25.4 MPG avg
121 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.68 | $77.02 | $154.03 |
| premium | $5.89 | $79.88 | $159.75 |
| diesel | $6.28 | $85.10 | $170.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$74
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$99–$124
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 120.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $36 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 103.3 | 1 | $36.16 | $16.53 |
| Efficient EV | 86.1 | 0 | $30.14 | $13.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 137.8 | 1 | $48.22 | $22.04 |
Gas CO2
120 kg
EV CO2
40 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.
Origin
Port Angeles, WA
Late night in Port Angeles on Friday
Local time
2:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Mostly Cloudy
W 8 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 21 at 10:35PM PDT until October 23 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Pasco, WA
Late night in Pasco on Friday
Local time
2:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 1 mph
1% chance
Live forecast
Wind Advisory
Wind Advisory issued October 21 at 10:35PM PDT until October 23 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
3 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 59m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
16 mi from route
~40 min detour
Free
near mile 83.1
View on nps.gov
Olympic National Park
National Park
With its incredible range of precipitation and elevation, diversity is the hallmark of Olympic National Park. Encompassing nearly a million acres, the park protects a vast wilderness, thousands of yea...
24 mi from route
~61 min detour
$30
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 on major highways, covering 85% of the total mileage. You'll experience a long stretch of 84.5 miles on I-90 without needing to exit. The transition to surface roads will occur later in the trip, with US-97 likely offering a more rural cruising feel towards the end. Expect to encounter a significant amount of exits and merging traffic as you navigate the interstate system for the majority of your time behind the wheel.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 84.5 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 105.2 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 344.4 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 105.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226.8 miles (US 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,529 ft
7 ft
Total Climb
3,081 ft
Total Descent
2,739 ft
Highest Point
2,529 ft
~166.2 mi in
Elevation Range
2,523 ft
Notable High Points
2,529 ft at ~166.2 miles
+544 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Port Angeles, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Muckleshoot Reservation
113.7 mi in
|
~2h 38m
About the Cities
Starting in Port Angeles, WA
Full guide →Founded 1890
Port Angeles is the largest city on the Olympic Peninsula of Washington state. It's a great place to start for a trip to Hurricane Ridge and the rest of Olympic National Park. Outdoor sports like kayaking, biking or hiking are very popular, while the quaint shops attract shoppers downtown and the expansive waterfront provides relaxation. Beautiful Pacific beaches are nearby, and the lavender fields and berry farms between Port Angeles and Sequim beckon all summer. As the nearest towns to the west are over 55 mi (89 km) away, this article covers listings as far west as Joyce on State Route 112 towards Neah Bay.
Top landmarks
- • Olympic National Park Headquarters Historic District — Historic building in Washington, USA
- • Naval Lodge Elks Building — building in Port Angeles, Washington, United States
Arriving in Pasco, WA
Full guide →Founded 1891
Pasco is a city in the Columbia River Plateau in Washington State, roughly between the Yakima and Snake Rivers on the north bank of the Columbia. Pasco is one of the Tri-Cities of Washington, which also includes Kennewick and Richland. The Tri-Cities are the third most populous metropolitan area in the state, after Seattle-Tacoma and Spokane.
Top landmarks
- • Franklin County Courthouse — county courthouse in Pasco, Washington
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 59m. Total distance: 344.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 59m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 84.5 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Pasco, 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. There are 17 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 105.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 113.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 226.8 miles (US 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park and Olympic National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 14.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Pasco, 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, EIA for fuel prices, USGS 3DEP for elevation, NPS for national parks, and FHWA TMAS for hourly traffic volumes. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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