Traveling between Pullman and Spokane Valley covers 83.5 miles and typically takes about 1 hour and 28 minutes. This route functions perfectly as a simple day trip, requiring no overnight stops to complete the journey comfortably. You should budget approximately $18 for fuel to make the trek. Since the entire drive stays within Washington, you will remain in the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the trip. Navigating this path involves transitioning through local streets like Northeast Kamiaken Street, Northeast Olsen Street, and Northwest Davis Way. It is a straightforward connection that suits travelers looking for a direct, efficient transit between these two cities.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
41.7 miles from Pullman, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 55m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
US 195
70.4 mi
1h 32m
I 90
10 mi
12m
Northwest Davis Way
1.6 mi
2m
Davis Way
0.9 mi
1m
Northeast Kamiaken Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Northeast Olsen Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Pines Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
US 195
— 70.4 mi, about 1h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Pullman, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on this road
89 ft·8 sec·this road
2
Turn right onto Northeast Kamiaken Street
368 ft·14 sec·Northeast Kamiaken Street
3
Turn right onto Northeast Olsen Street
358 ft·11 sec·Northeast Olsen Street
4
Continue on WA 270
1.6 mi·2 min·Northwest Davis Way
5
Continue on WA 270
0.9 mi·1 min·Davis Way
6
Merge onto US 195
70 mi·1 hr 32 min·US 195
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195
0.3 mi·22 sec·US 195
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
8
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
10.0 mi·12 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward WA 27
10
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft·11 sec·North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple given the short 1 hour and 28 minute duration, offering you plenty of flexibility throughout the day. Since you will be navigating local streets, keep an eye on your speed as you move through various urban segments. There are no planned stops on this route, but the manageable distance allows you to easily pull over whenever you need a quick break. Because this is a turn-heavy drive, ensure your GPS is synced before you leave to navigate the local road transitions smoothly. Factor in the $18 fuel cost when budgeting for your trip, and enjoy the convenience of a direct, non-highway route.
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 41.7 miles from Pullman, WA, or about 55m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 70.4 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 18 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 41.7 miles or 55m 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 34m
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 Pullman, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Pullman, WA
This is one driving day of about 83.4 miles and 1h 50m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 miles from Pullman, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 195 for about 70.4 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 7
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 83.4 — 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|Northeast Kamiaken Street
Turn right onto Northeast Kamiaken Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.1 mi into trip|~0m in|Northeast Olsen Street
Turn right onto Northeast Olsen Street
Navigation decision point
6
72.8 mi into trip|~1h 36m in|US 195
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195 toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
4
83 mi into trip|~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
4
83.4 mi into trip|~1h 50m in|WA 27 / North Pines Road
Turn left onto WA 27 / North Pines Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$17.45 one way
$34.91 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg29 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$18.31
$36.61
premium
$5.77
$18.94
$37.88
diesel
$5.61
$18.41
$36.83
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 29.2 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
25
0
$8.76
$4.00
Efficient EV
20.9
0
$7.30
$3.34
EV Truck/SUV
33.4
0
$11.68
$5.34
Gas CO2
29 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (66% 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
Pullman, WA
Night
in Pullman on Saturday
Local time
9:14 PM
PDT
Current temp
69°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spokane Valley, WA
Night
in Spokane Valley on Saturday
Local time
9:14 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
24 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
1h 50m 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 turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. Unlike a monotonous interstate slog, this route features zero highway miles, meaning you will navigate surface streets for the entire 83.5-mile journey. The road's personality is defined by its technical nature rather than high-speed cruising. Because it avoids major highway arteries, you should anticipate a consistent, winding pace that differs significantly from typical long-distance freeway driving. Stay alert as you transition between the local thoroughfares, as the lack of highway stretches keeps the drive engaging from start to finish.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 70.4 mi on US 195.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 195 and I 90. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Northeast Kamiaken 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 1h 50m drive. You will face about 7 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 (Northeast Kamiaken Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast Olsen Street): Navigation decision point; at 72.8 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
On the drive from Pullman, WA to Spokane Valley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward City Center along the way.
The longest stretch is about 70.4 miles on US 195. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Northeast Kamiaken Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.1 miles (Northeast Olsen Street): Navigation decision point; at 72.8 miles (US 195): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spokane Valley, WA before heading back.
