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Trip from Spokane Valley, WA to Normandy Park, 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 31m

Distance

296.5 mi

477 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$62

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 18m ★
6 AM
5h 31m
8 AM
5h 58m
10 AM
5h 41m
12 PM
5h 38m
3 PM
5h 42m
5 PM
5h 57m
8 PM
5h 23m

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 King County, Washington, United States

Normandy Park, WA

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Trip Overview

This 296.5-mile journey from Spokane Valley, WA, to Normandy Park, WA, is designed as a single-day adventure, estimated to take about 5 hours and 31 minutes of driving time. You'll navigate through various local roads and freeways, including Spokane Valley Freeway and I-405, with no highway percentage to consider, suggesting a more varied driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $62, and you'll encounter one recommended stop along the way. This route, connecting two points within the Pacific Coast region, offers a practical option for a day trip, allowing for a full exploration of your destination without needing an overnight stay.

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

148.3 miles from Spokane Valley, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 45m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
East Montgomery Avenue — —
Spokane Valley Freeway — —
I 405 — —
I 405 South — —
Des Moines Memorial Drive — —
Des Moines Memorial Drive South — —
South Normandy Road — —
Southwest Normandy Road — —

Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.

Longest stretch: East Montgomery Avenue — detailed segment metrics are refreshing.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on North Pines Road

0.2 mi · 27 sec · North Pines Road
2

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

154 ft · 6 sec · East Montgomery Avenue
3

Take the ramp slight left

0.3 mi · 43 sec
4

Merge slight left onto Spokane Valley Freeway

11 mi · 14 min · Spokane Valley Freeway
5

Keep slight left

57 mi · 1 hr
6

Keep slight left

211 mi · 3 hr 50 min
7

Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Renton, Everett

0.2 mi · 28 sec · I 405: Renton, Everett
8

Keep slight left to continue on I 405 South: Renton

0.6 mi · 1 min · I 405 South: Renton
9

Merge slight left

11 mi · 13 min
10

Continue straight

2.5 mi · 3 min
11

Take the exit slight right toward Des Moines Memorial Drive

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Des Moines Memorial Drive
12

Turn left onto Des Moines Memorial Drive South

2.0 mi · 4 min · Des Moines Memorial Drive South
13

Continue on South Normandy Road

0.3 mi · 45 sec · South Normandy Road
14

Continue on Southwest Normandy Road

0.3 mi · 36 sec · Southwest Normandy Road
15

Turn slight left onto 4th Avenue Southwest

0.3 mi · 42 sec · 4th Avenue Southwest
16

Arrive at your destination

Trip Plan

With a duration of 5 hours and 31 minutes, this 296.5-mile drive is comfortably achievable in a single day. It's wise to start your journey early to maximize daylight and avoid potential afternoon traffic, especially as you approach Normandy Park. Plan your single recommended stop strategically to break up the drive and manage your fuel, keeping the $62 fuel cost in mind. Given the 'turn-heavy' nature of the route, staying alert and monitoring your GPS will be key to a smooth transition between Spokane Valley Freeway and I-405, ensuring you don't miss any crucial turns.

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 148.3 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, or about 2h 45m into the drive.

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 65 miles or 1h 12m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 148.3 miles or 2h 45m 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 31m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Normandy Park, 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 296.5 miles and 5h 31m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 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.

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

148 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

Ephrata, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cashmere, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 148.3 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

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.

Shari's Cafe and Pies

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15095900596

Visit website

Bob's Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~11 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 105.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15097653211

Visit website

509 Philly Stop

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 169.4

Kittitas, Washington

Hours: 10 am–7 pm

+15098565946

Visit website

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour $1 to $10 mile 296.5

Kent, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

The Barnyard

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 63.5

Ritzville, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15093476049

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 254.2

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

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

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

2.7 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 211.8

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 21.2

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 233

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.9 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 211.8

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

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

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$62.05 one way

$124.11 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 104 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $65.08 $130.16
premium $5.77 $67.33 $134.66
diesel $5.61 $65.46 $130.93

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$62

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$87–$112

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 103.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 89 1 $31.13 $14.23
Efficient EV 74.1 0 $25.94 $11.86
EV Truck/SUV 118.6 1 $41.51 $18.98

Gas CO2

104 kg

EV CO2

35 kg (66% 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

Spokane Valley, WA

Evening in Spokane Valley on Saturday

Local time

7:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Normandy Park, WA

Evening in Normandy Park on Saturday

Local time

7:52 PM

PDT

Current temp

59°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

14 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

5h 31m 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.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' for this 296.5-mile trip, meaning you won't be on constant, high-speed highway stretches. With a 0% highway share, the route focuses on local roads and freeways like Spokane Valley Freeway and I-405, indicating a potentially more engaging and varied driving experience as you traverse different communities. The absence of a defined 'longest stretch' further supports the idea of frequent changes in scenery and speed. This profile suggests you'll be actively steering and navigating, rather than settling into a long, monotonous cruise.

Only 0% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Main road: East Montgomery Avenue.

How Hard Is This Drive?

3/10

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.

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 5h 31m drive. You will face about 0 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spokane Valley, WA to Normandy Park, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 31m. Total distance: 296.5 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 31m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.

Scenic Drive

Mostly surface roads route profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.

This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spokane Valley, WA to Normandy Park, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.

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

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