Trip from Puyallup, WA to Spokane, WA

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

Drive Time

5h 28m

Distance

290.7 mi

468 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 15m ★

6 AM

5h 29m

8 AM

5h 55m

10 AM

5h 38m

12 PM

5h 35m

3 PM

5h 39m

5 PM

5h 54m

8 PM

5h 21m

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

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city in Pierce County, Washington, United States

Puyallup, WA

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Trip Overview

This 290.7-mile drive from Puyallup, WA, to Spokane, WA, is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can comfortably be completed in a single day, with an estimated duration of 5 hours and 28 minutes. The majority of your travel, 98%, will be on interstates and freeways, primarily I-90, State Route 18, and the Valley Freeway. With a projected fuel cost of around $61, this route offers an efficient way to traverse Washington State. It's a practical option if you're looking for a direct trip across the Pacific Coast region without needing to break it up overnight.

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

145.3 miles from Puyallup, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	253.5 mi	4h 34m
State Route 18	24.1 mi	30m
Valley Freeway	7.5 mi	9m
East Pioneer	0.5 mi	<1m
WA 161	0.5 mi	<1m
South Lincoln Street	0.4 mi	1m
3rd Street Southeast	0.3 mi	<1m
West 4th Avenue	0.2 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 253.5 mi, about 4h 34m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Puyallup, WA and Spokane, WA.

Start on this road

54 ft · 9 sec · this road

Turn left

0.2 mi · 1 min

At end of road, turn left onto 4th Street Southeast

351 ft · 17 sec · 4th Street Southeast

Turn left onto 7th Avenue Southeast

0.1 mi · 23 sec · 7th Avenue Southeast

Turn sharp right onto 3rd Street Southeast

0.3 mi · 30 sec · 3rd Street Southeast

Turn right onto East Pioneer

0.5 mi · 58 sec · East Pioneer

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 40 sec

Toward WA 512 East, WA 167: Seattle

Merge onto WA 161; WA 512

0.5 mi · 35 sec · WA 161; WA 512

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yakima Use the straight / right lanes.

Merge onto WA 167

7.5 mi · 9 min · Valley Freeway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 2 min

Toward WA 18 East: Auburn Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto WA 18

24 mi · 30 min · State Route 18

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on WA 18

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 East: Spokane

Merge onto I 90

252 mi · 4 hr 32 min · I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395

1.8 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 2; US 395

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street

Continue on West 5th Avenue

382 ft · 12 sec · West 5th Avenue

Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue

0.2 mi · 32 sec · West Freeway Avenue

Continue on West 4th Avenue

0.2 mi · 31 sec · West 4th Avenue

Continue on West 4th Avenue

167 ft · 4 sec · West 4th Avenue

Continue on South Lincoln Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · South Lincoln Street

Use the straight / left lanes.

Turn left onto West Main Avenue

0.2 mi · 34 sec · West Main Avenue

Turn right

26 ft · 8 sec

Turn left onto South Gorge Trail

157 ft · 17 sec · South Gorge Trail

Arrive at destination

South Gorge Trail

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour, 28-minute drive, starting in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a comfortable pace. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 253.5 miles, plan your break strategically. Given the route's highway-centric nature, pay attention to service areas along I-90 for fuel and rest needs. The estimated fuel cost of $61 makes budgeting straightforward for this single-day trip.

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 145.3 miles from Puyallup, WA, or about 2h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.5 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 64 miles or 1h 20m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 145.3 miles or 2h 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 4h 29m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Puyallup, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Puyallup, WA

This is one driving day of about 290.7 miles and 5h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 64 miles from Puyallup, 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 253.5 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

145 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.

Popular next leg

Cashmere, WA to Spokane, WA

182.8 mi · 3h 36m

Pacing Suggestions

Monroe, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 64 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cashmere, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 145.3 miles from Puyallup, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 253.5 miles.

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

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kittitas, Washington

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.6

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15098565946

Visit website

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

1.5 mi

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

1.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 290.7

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.6

Kittitas, Washington

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15098565946

Visit website

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+15097650606

Visit website

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $20 to $30 mile 186.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15093611111

Visit website

Shari's Cafe and Pies

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 186.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15095900596

Visit website

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+15097470336

Visit website

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15094433566

Visit website

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10 mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15099925258

Visit website

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15097473088

Visit website

Rainier Valley Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10

Puyallup, Washington

Hours: 4 am–6 pm

Visit website

Meeting House Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 62.3

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

+18008991482

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

Manito Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 290.7

Spokane, Washington

+15096256200

Visit website

Catapult Adventure Park Puyallup

3.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Puyallup, Washington

Hours: 3–9 pm

+12534663949

Visit website

Wanapum Recreation Area

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 145.3

Vantage, Washington

+15098562700

Visit website

Sam Peach Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Puyallup, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12538415457

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 10 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

0.2 mi into trip | ~1m in | 4th Street Southeast

At end of road, turn left onto 4th Street Southeast

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

0.3 mi into trip | ~1m in | 3rd Street Southeast

Turn sharp right onto 3rd Street Southeast

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

1.1 mi into trip | ~3m in

Take the ramp toward WA 512 East, WA 167: Seattle

Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward WA 512 East, WA 167: Seattle

1.9 mi into trip | ~4m in

Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yakima

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Toward WA 167 North, WA 410 East: Seattle, Yaki...

10 mi into trip | ~15m in

Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WA 18 East: Auburn

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$60.84 one way

$121.68 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$63.81	$127.61
premium	$5.77	$66.01	$132.03
diesel	$5.61	$64.18	$128.37

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$61

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	87.2	1	$30.52	$13.95
Efficient EV	72.7	0	$25.44	$11.63
EV Truck/SUV	116.3	1	$40.70	$18.60

Gas CO2

102 kg

EV CO2

34 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Puyallup, WA

Morning in Puyallup on Sunday

Local time

7:27 AM

PDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Spokane, WA

Morning in Spokane on Sunday

Local time

7:27 AM

PDT

Current temp

52°F

Light Rain

SW 16 mph 85% chance 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

5h 28m 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

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 20

View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 98% of the 290.7 miles utilizing major roadways like I-90. You'll encounter one significant uninterrupted stretch of 253.5 miles on I-90, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. This profile suggests a route designed for efficiency rather than winding scenic byways. While the specific character of the highway may vary, the emphasis is on covering distance smoothly and directly.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

26 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 253.5 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

8/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Route 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near 4th Street Southeast.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 290.7 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 0.2 miles (4th Street Southeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 0.3 miles (3rd Street Southeast): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 1.1 miles: Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Arriving in Spokane, WA

Full guide →

Spokane is the second-largest city in Washington State, and the largest between Seattle and Minneapolis. It is the economic hub of the "Inland Empire", a name used for Eastern Washington and the Idaho Panhandle (pre-dating by nearly a century the use of the same title by a region in Southern California). It is at the north edge of the Palouse, where gently rolling hills of wheat fields end at the Spokane River valley. This article also includes the suburbs of Liberty Lake and Spokane Valley.

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 5h 28m. Total distance: 290.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 253.5 miles on I 90. 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, 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.

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

Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.0 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Spokane, 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, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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Trip from Puyallup, WA to Spokane, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Nearby Places

509 Philly Stop

First Avenue Coffee

509 Philly Stop

El Rodeo Restaurant

ENZO Italian Restaurant

Shari's Cafe and Pies

First Avenue Coffee

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

Indaba Coffee

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

Caffe Capri

Rainier Valley Coffee Co.

Meeting House Café

EV Connect Charging Station

EVCS Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Tesla Destination Charger

ChargePoint Charging Station

BTCPower Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Pioneer Park

Riverfront Park

Mobius Discovery Center

The Great Northern Clocktower

Manito Park

Catapult Adventure Park Puyallup

Wanapum Recreation Area

Sam Peach Park

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Puyallup, WA

Spokane, WA

Same local time

7 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 28m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

About the Cities

Arriving in Spokane, WA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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