Origin
Raymond, WA
Late night in Raymond on Sunday
Local time
1:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Raymond, WA to Yakima, 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 16m
Distance
198.9 mi
320 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$42
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 3m
★
6 AM
4h 17m
8 AM
4h 43m
10 AM
4h 26m
12 PM
4h 23m
3 PM
4h 27m
5 PM
4h 42m
8 PM
4h 9m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Raymond, WA
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Trip Overview
This 198.9-mile journey from Raymond, WA, to Yakima, WA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 4 hours and 16 minutes. Primarily following US 12 and WA 6, this drive offers a highway-focused experience with 96% of the route on major roads. Expect a fuel cost of around $42 for this trip. Given its manageable duration, it's a straightforward day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll be traveling within Washington State throughout, moving from the Pacific Coast region inland.
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
99.5 miles from Raymond, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 13m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 12 | 136.2 mi | 2h 46m |
| WA 6 | 33.8 mi | 47m |
| State Route 6 | 11.4 mi | 16m |
| I 5 | 8.8 mi | 9m |
| Main Street | 4 mi | 6m |
| North 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Henkle Street | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Le Bam Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 12
— 136.2 mi, about 2h 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Raymond, WA and Yakima, WA.
1
Start on Duryea Street
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Duryea Street
2
Turn right onto US 101
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
US 101
3
Enter roundabout onto WA 6
147 ft
·
2 sec
·
Henkle Street
4
Continue on WA 6
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Henkle Street
5
Continue on WA 6
11 mi
·
16 min
·
State Route 6
6
Continue on Le Bam Road
0.4 mi
·
30 sec
·
Le Bam Road
7
Continue on WA 6
15 mi
·
20 min
·
WA 6
8
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
9
Turn left onto Main Street
4.0 mi
·
6 min
·
Main Street
10
Turn straight onto WA 6
19 mi
·
26 min
·
WA 6
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 5 South
12
Merge onto I 5; US 12
8.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 5; US 12
13
Take the exit onto US 12
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
US 12
Toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima
14
Continue on US 12
119 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
US 12
Use the left lane.
15
Continue on US 12
17 mi
·
22 min
·
US 12
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward North 1st Street
17
Turn straight onto Selah Road
298 ft
·
5 sec
·
Selah Road
18
Continue on North 1st Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
North 1st Street
19
Arrive at destination
South 1st Street
Trip Plan
With a total duration of just over 4 hours, this 198.9-mile drive is very manageable as a single-day trip. You could aim to leave in the morning to arrive in Yakima by the afternoon. The estimated fuel cost is $42, so ensure your tank is full before you depart, especially before tackling the longest stretch of 136.2 miles on US 12. While there's only one recommended stop, plan for a brief break to stretch your legs during the journey. Given the direct nature of the route, you have plenty of flexibility to adjust your timing.
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 99.5 miles from Raymond, WA, or about 2h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 136.2 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 44 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 99.5 miles or 2h 13m 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 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yakima, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Raymond, 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 Raymond, WA
This is one driving day of about 198.9 miles and 4h 16m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Raymond, 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 12 for about 136.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
99 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 44 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 99.5 miles from Raymond, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 12 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 136.2 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 95 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 60.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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US 101
Turn right onto US 101
Navigation decision point
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WA 6 / Henkle Street
Enter roundabout onto WA 6 / Henkle Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
28.8 mi into trip
|
~43m in
|
Main Street
Turn left onto Main Street
Navigation decision point
4
51.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 South
Navigation decision point
Toward I 5 South
5
60.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
|
US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.63 one way
$83.26 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
70 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $43.66 | $87.31 |
| premium | $5.77 | $45.17 | $90.34 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $43.91 | $87.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 69.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 59.7 | 0 | $20.88 | $9.55 |
| Efficient EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.40 | $7.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 79.6 | 0 | $27.85 | $12.73 |
Gas CO2
70 kg
EV CO2
23 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.
Destination
Yakima, WA
Late night in Yakima on Sunday
Local time
1:48 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°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
10 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 16m 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.
Mount Rainier National Park
National Park
Ascending to 14,410 feet above sea level, Mount Rainier stands as an icon in the Washington landscape. An active volcano, Mount Rainier is the most glaciated peak in the contiguous U.S.A., spawning fi...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$30
near mile 130.3
Park Closure: Regular nightly closures of the Longmire gate have ended for the season.
Park Closure: SR 165 Carbon River/Fairfax Bridge is closed: no access to Carbon River or Mowich Lake.
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
The personality of this drive is largely defined by its extensive highway focus, with 96% of the 198.9 miles spent on major roadways like US 12 and WA 6. You'll encounter a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 136.2 miles on US 12, making for efficient progress. This route prioritizes steady travel over winding scenic byways, offering a consistent driving experience for the majority of its duration. Expect a smooth ride as you transition from the coastal areas towards the interior.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 136.2 mi on US 12.
How Hard Is This Drive?
3/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 12 and WA 6. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near US 101.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 4h 16m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (US 101): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (WA 6 / Henkle Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.8 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 16m. Total distance: 198.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 16m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 136.2 miles on US 12. 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.
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: at 0.2 miles (US 101): Navigation decision point; at 0.5 miles (WA 6 / Henkle Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.8 miles (Main Street): Navigation decision point.
Yes — Mount Rainier National Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.3 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 8.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Yakima, 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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