Snoqualmie to Pasco is 201.6 miles and takes about 3h 47m via I 90, I 82, and US 97, with a fuel budget near $42 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Washington State, moving from the Pacific Coast region eastward. You'll spend most of your time on the highway, making for a straightforward, functional drive. Plan for a single day to cover this distance comfortably.
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
100.8 miles from Snoqualmie, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
79.9 mi
1h 28m
I 82
64.1 mi
1h 8m
US 97
37.8 mi
42m
US 12
14.5 mi
15m
Bendigo Boulevard North
2.8 mi
5m
Railroad Avenue Southeast
0.9 mi
2m
North 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
1m
Court Street
0.3 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 79.9 mi, about 1h 28m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 54 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
1 PM
~1,339 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,424
Quietest
2 AM
~114 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
11.7×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 103 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 Snoqualmie, WA and Pasco, WA.
1
Start on Railroad Avenue Southeast
0.9 mi·2 min·Railroad Avenue Southeast
2
Continue on WA 202
2.8 mi·5 min·Bendigo Boulevard North
3
Continue on WA 202
0.2 mi·16 sec·Bendigo Boulevard South
4
Enter roundabout
237 ft·4 sec
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
5
Continue
0.3 mi·33 sec
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
6
Merge onto I 90
80 mi·1 hr 28 min·I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit onto US 97
38 mi·42 min·US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: YakimaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
64 mi·1 hr 8 min·I 82; US 12
9
Take the exit onto US 12
14 mi·15 min·US 12
Exit 102Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, PascoUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.2 mi·24 sec
Exit 13Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City CenterUse the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto North 4th Avenue
0.6 mi·1 min·North 4th Avenue
12
Turn right onto Court Street
0.3 mi·42 sec·Court Street
13
Turn left onto North 8th Avenue
0.1 mi·28 sec·North 8th Avenue
14
Arrive at destination
North 8th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 3h 47m drive time, it's easily a same-day trip. Leaving Snoqualmie in the morning will give you ample daylight to reach Pasco. The route is primarily highway, so you can adjust your stops based on your needs; the single recommended stop suggests flexibility. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, as the longest stretch without an exit is nearly 80 miles. For this route, consider filling up before you leave Snoqualmie to ensure a full tank for the highway portions.
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 100.8 miles from Snoqualmie, WA, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 79.9 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 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 100.8 miles or 1h 56m 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 6m
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 Snoqualmie, 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 Snoqualmie, WA
This is one driving day of about 201.6 miles and 3h 47m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 44 miles from Snoqualmie, 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 79.9 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 3.8 and 200.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
3.8 mi into trip|~8m in
Enter roundabout toward I 90 East: Spokane
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
5
4.1 mi into trip|~9m in|I 90
Merge onto I 90
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
84 mi into trip|~1h 37m in|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
186 mi into trip|~3h 28m in|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
200.4 mi into trip|~3h 44m 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
$43.13 one way
$86.26 round trip
$5.43/gal25.4 MPG avg71 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.68
$45.08
$90.16
premium
$5.89
$46.76
$93.51
diesel
$6.28
$49.81
$99.63
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 70.5 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $21 in charging
· 0 stops
· 66% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
60.5
0
$21.17
$9.68
Efficient EV
50.4
0
$17.64
$8.06
EV Truck/SUV
80.6
1
$28.22
$12.90
Gas CO2
71 kg
EV CO2
24 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 Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Snoqualmie, WA
Late night
in Snoqualmie on Friday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Pasco, WA
Late night
in Pasco on Friday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 2 mph3% chanceLive 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
25 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 47m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll be on the highway for approximately 97% of this 201.6-mile trip. The longest continuous stretch on a single highway is 79.9 miles on I 90. Expect mostly highway cruising for the entire drive, with minimal time on surface roads. You'll notice a consistent flow of traffic and frequent exit opportunities typical of major interstate travel.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
14 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 79.9 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.8 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 201.6 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 3.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84 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
2,546 ft387 ft
Total Climb
3,087 ft
Total Descent
3,125 ft
Highest Point
2,546 ft
~28.8 mi in
Elevation Range
2,159 ft
Notable High Points
2,133 ft at ~100.8 miles+686 ft prominence
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 Snoqualmie, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward I‑182 East along the way.
Snoqualmie is a city in King County of Washington state, just above the scenic Snoqualmie Falls. Moreso than other cities in the region, it has preserved ties to its varied past, as a Native American community, a logging company town and a busy rail depot along one of the region's first railways.
Top landmarks
•Northwest Railway Museum — railway station in Snoqualmie, the United States of America
•Messenger of Peace Chapel Car — railroad chapel car built in 1898
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
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 47m. Total distance: 201.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 79.9 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 14 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.
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 3.8 miles: Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 4.1 miles (I 90): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 84 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. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.6 hours — manageable with a long break at Pasco, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
