This 147.6-mile drive from Quincy, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 44 minutes. With 98% of the journey on highways, it's a straightforward, highway-focused route. You can expect a fuel cost of around $31 for this trip. Given its relatively short duration and highway nature, you'll have plenty of flexibility to decide when and where to stop along the way. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you won't be crossing major regional boundaries.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
73.8 miles from Quincy, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 22m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
137.1 mi
2h 29m
State Route 281
7.1 mi
9m
Burke Spur
1.7 mi
2m
Central Avenue South
0.8 mi
1m
D Street Southeast
<0.1 mi
<1m
North Pines Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 137.1 mi, about 2h 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Quincy, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on D Street Southeast
200 ft·13 sec·D Street Southeast
2
Turn left onto Central Avenue South
0.8 mi·1 min·Central Avenue South
3
Continue on WA 281
7.1 mi·9 min·State Route 281
4
Turn left onto WA 281 Spur
1.7 mi·2 min·Burke Spur
5
Take the exit
0.3 mi·39 sec
6
Merge onto I 90
126 mi·2 hr 15 min·I 90
7
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
11 mi·14 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi·51 sec
Toward WA 27
9
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft·11 sec·North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
For this 147.6-mile drive, leaving in the morning will give you ample daylight and flexibility. With a total duration of under 3 hours, you likely won't need more than one planned stop for fuel or a quick break. The estimated fuel cost is $31, so be sure to factor that into your budget. A key tip for this route is to stay aware of your longest stretch on I 90, which is over 137 miles; ensure you have sufficient fuel before embarking on this segment, as services can be spaced out.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 73.8 miles from Quincy, WA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 137.1 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 32 miles or 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 73.8 miles or 1h 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 13m
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 Quincy, 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 Quincy, WA
This is one driving day of about 147.6 miles and 2h 44m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Quincy, 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 137.1 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 147.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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0 mi into trip|~0m in|Central Avenue South
Turn left onto Central Avenue South
Navigation decision point
3
8 mi into trip|~11m in|WA 281 Spur / Burke Spur
Turn left onto WA 281 Spur / Burke Spur
Navigation decision point
3
9.7 mi into trip|~13m in
Take the exit
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
4
147.2 mi into trip|~2h 43m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
4
147.5 mi into trip|~2h 44m 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
$30.89 one way
$61.78 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg52 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$32.40
$64.79
premium
$5.77
$33.52
$67.04
diesel
$5.61
$32.59
$65.18
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$31
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$56–$81
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 51.6 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
44.3
0
$15.50
$7.08
Efficient EV
36.9
0
$12.92
$5.90
EV Truck/SUV
59
0
$20.66
$9.45
Gas CO2
52 kg
EV CO2
17 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
Quincy, WA
Late night
in Quincy on Sunday
Local time
3:03 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Spokane Valley, WA
Late night
in Spokane Valley on Sunday
Local time
3:03 AM
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
4 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 44m 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 predominantly highway experience on this route, with 98% of your travel occurring on major roads like I 90 and State Route 281. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 137.1 miles along I 90, meaning extended periods of consistent driving. While the majority is highway, brief segments on roads like Burke Spur might offer a slight change of pace, but the overall character remains that of an efficient, highway-centric journey designed for covering distance.
98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
10 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 137.1 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
2/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Route 281. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Central Avenue South.
Driving Effort2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Quincy, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 2h 44m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Central Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (WA 281 Spur / Burke Spur): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 44m. Total distance: 147.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
The longest stretch is about 137.1 miles on I 90. 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 (Central Avenue South): Navigation decision point; at 8 miles (WA 281 Spur / Burke Spur): Navigation decision point; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Spokane Valley, WA before heading back.
