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Trip from Spokane Valley, WA to Kennewick, WA

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

Drive Time

2h 47m

Distance

149.2 mi

240 km

Drive Score

10/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$31

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 33 min
4 AM
2h 36m ★
6 AM
2h 47m
8 AM
3h 9m
10 AM
2h 55m
12 PM
2h 53m
3 PM
2h 56m
5 PM
3h 8m
8 PM
2h 41m

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

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Kennewick, WA

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Trip Overview

Connecting Spokane Valley to Kennewick, this 149.2-mile journey is a straightforward trek across Washington that typically takes about 2 hours and 47 minutes. Since the entire trip falls within the Pacific Coast region, you won’t encounter drastic shifts in climate or terrain, making it a manageable drive for a single day. You can expect to spend approximately $31 on fuel for the trip, which is quite economical for a route of this length. Because the duration is under three hours, you won't need an overnight stay, allowing you to easily complete the trip in one sitting. It serves as a practical, efficient link between these two hubs, ideal for travelers who want to get from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.

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

74.6 miles from Spokane Valley, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 22m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway 73.7 mi 1h 19m
I 90 56.6 mi 1h
Spokane Valley Freeway 11.3 mi 14m
Lewis and Clark Trail 5.3 mi 7m
West Kennewick Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
US 395 0.6 mi 1m
North Yelm Street 0.4 mi 1m
North Pines Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway — 73.7 mi, about 1h 19m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on WA 27

0.2 mi · 27 sec · North Pines Road
Use the left lane.
2

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

155 ft · 6 sec · East Montgomery Avenue
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
4

Merge onto I 90

11 mi · 14 min · Spokane Valley Freeway
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395
6

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
7

Take the exit onto US 395

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 395
Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
8

Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395

1.9 mi · 2 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
9

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

3.5 mi · 4 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
Toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport
10

Turn left onto North Yelm Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Yelm Street
11

Turn left onto West Kennewick Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Kennewick Avenue
12

Turn left onto North Newport Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · North Newport Street
13

Arrive at destination

North Newport Street

Trip Plan

Planning for this 149.2-mile trip is simple, as the route is short enough to offer plenty of flexibility in your departure time. You should budget for at least one planned stop during the drive to break up the 2-hour and 47-minute duration effectively. Given that you will be spending a significant amount of time on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, keep an eye on your fuel levels before merging onto that 73.7-mile stretch to ensure you aren't caught off guard. Since the drive is relatively short, you can easily adapt your pace to fit your personal schedule without worrying about fatigue. Taking advantage of the single recommended stop will help you arrive in Kennewick refreshed rather than rushing the journey.

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 74.6 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, or about 1h 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.7 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 33 miles or 38m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 74.6 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 14m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Spokane Valley, 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 Spokane Valley, WA

This is one driving day of about 149.2 miles and 2h 47m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 33 miles from Spokane Valley, 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 Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway for about 73.7 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

small city, county seat of Adams County, Washington, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ritzville, WA

75 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

Medical Lake, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 33 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ritzville, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 74.6 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.7 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

Hill's Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kennewick, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15097836713

Visit website

Casa Mia Kennewick Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kennewick, Washington

0.9 mi

Carl's Jr.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kennewick, Washington

1.1 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.7

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Spokane, Washington

0.7 mi

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

1 mi

Hill's Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15097836713

Visit website

Casa Mia Kennewick Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15095820440

Visit website

Carl's Jr.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15093745222

Visit website

Double Dragon Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+15097378833

Visit website

Red Mountain Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15094301438

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15097357377

Visit website

Mi Linda Sierra Mexican Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+15094911401

Desert Heat Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 149.2

Pasco, Washington

Hours: Closed

+15093164671

Visit website

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15097473088

Visit website

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15099925258

Visit website

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15094433566

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+15097470336

Visit website

Meeting House Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour Inexpensiv mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

Ca Phe Nguyen Coffee & Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

+18008991482

Visit website

BTCPower Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

EV Connect Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18664676920

Visit website

Playground Of Dreams

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+15095854293

Visit website

Museum at Keewaydin

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 149.2

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 12–4:30 pm

+15095827704

Visit website

Riverfront Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+15096256600

Visit website

Mobius Discovery Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15093217121

Visit website

Manito Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

+15096256200

Visit website

The Great Northern Clocktower

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: 2–9 pm

+15092423831

Visit website

Get Air Trampoline Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.3 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 10.7

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15093811757

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 10

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 144.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Montgomery Avenue

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
4
11.8 mi into trip | ~15m in | I 90; US 395

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

6
68.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway toward Ritzville, Pasco

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Ritzville, Pasco
5
142.1 mi into trip | ~2h 35m in | US 395

Take the exit onto US 395 toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pend...
6
144.5 mi into trip | ~2h 39m in | US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia Basin College, Tri Cities Airport

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 395: Kennewick, Pendleton, Columbia B...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$31.23 one way

$62.45 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 52 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $32.75 $65.50
premium $5.77 $33.88 $67.76
diesel $5.61 $32.94 $65.88

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: 52.2 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 44.8 0 $15.67 $7.16
Efficient EV 37.3 0 $13.05 $5.97
EV Truck/SUV 59.7 0 $20.89 $9.55

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

Spokane Valley, WA

Late night in Spokane Valley on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kennewick, WA

Late night in Kennewick on Sunday

Local time

12:36 AM

PDT

Current temp

51°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

6 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

2h 47m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

This trip features a mixed driving profile that keeps the journey engaging rather than purely monotonous. You will spend 46% of your time on highways, utilizing a combination of the Spokane Valley Freeway, I-90, and the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway. The longest uninterrupted portion of your drive occurs on the Foley Memorial Highway, which spans 73.7 miles of the total distance. You should be prepared for a transition between these primary thoroughfares, which balances high-speed interstate travel with the more localized flow of the regional highway system. Expect a consistent experience behind the wheel as you navigate these major road segments.

46% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 73.7 mi on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East Montgomery Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

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 149.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.2 miles (East Montgomery Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (I 90; US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 68.4 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): 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.

Between Spokane Valley, WA and Kennewick, WA, road signs point toward Ritzville and Pasco.

Ritzville

68.4 mi in | ~1h 16m | via US 395

Pasco

68.4 mi in | ~1h 16m | via US 395

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 47m. Total distance: 149.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 47m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (46%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 73.7 miles on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

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 Kennewick, 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.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Montgomery Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 11.8 miles (I 90; US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 68.4 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): 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 Kennewick, WA before heading back.

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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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