Origin
Spokane, WA
Night in Spokane on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spokane, WA to Chewelah, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 10m
Distance
49.1 mi
79 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 5m
★
6 AM
1h 10m
8 AM
1h 21m
10 AM
1h 14m
12 PM
1h 13m
3 PM
1h 15m
5 PM
1h 21m
8 PM
1h 7m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Chewelah, WA
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Trip Overview
Spokane to Chewelah is 49.1 miles and takes about 1 hour 10 minutes via US 395, with a fuel budget near $10 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, same-day trip within Washington state, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. The drive primarily utilizes US 395, offering a direct path north. Given its short duration and minimal fuel cost, this route is ideal for a quick excursion or as a starting point for further exploration in the area. You'll find it a simple and efficient journey.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 395 | 27.5 mi | 33m |
| North Division Street | 18.8 mi | 28m |
| North Ruby Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| North Washington Street | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| West Main Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| West Mission Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| South Gorge Trail | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Park Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
US 395
— 27.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane, WA and Chewelah, WA.
1
Start on South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
21 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
2
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Main Avenue
4
Turn left onto North Washington Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Washington Street
5
Turn right onto West Mission Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
West Mission Avenue
6
Turn left onto US 2; US 395
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Ruby Street
7
Continue on US 2; US 395
3.8 mi
·
8 min
·
North Division Street
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
15 mi
·
19 min
·
North Division Street
Use the straight lane.
9
Enter roundabout onto US 395
128 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 395
10
Continue on US 395
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
US 395
11
Enter roundabout onto US 395
125 ft
·
1 sec
·
US 395
12
Continue on US 395
10 mi
·
12 min
·
US 395
13
Turn slight right
188 ft
·
2 sec
14
Enter roundabout
108 ft
·
1 sec
15
Continue
254 ft
·
3 sec
16
Turn straight onto US 395
16 mi
·
20 min
·
US 395
17
Arrive at destination
US 395
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.6 miles from Spokane, 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.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 32.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
West Main Avenue
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
Navigation decision point
6
6.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
US 395 / North Division Street
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 / North Division Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
4
21.5 mi into trip
|
~36m in
|
US 395
Enter roundabout onto US 395
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
32.6 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Enter roundabout
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.28 one way
$20.55 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.78 | $21.55 |
| premium | $5.77 | $11.15 | $22.30 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.84 | $21.68 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.7 | 0 | $5.16 | $2.36 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.30 | $1.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.6 | 0 | $6.87 | $3.14 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Chewelah, WA
Night in Chewelah on Saturday
Local time
9:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
45°F
Fairwood, WA
25 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 10m 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 is a mixed drive with a significant portion on highways, as 56% of the route involves major roads like US 395. You'll experience a 27.5-mile stretch on US 395 without interruption, offering a consistent pace. The drive begins on city streets in Spokane, including North Division Street and North Ruby Street, before transitioning to the more open highway. Expect a blend of urban navigation and straightforward highway travel as you head north.
56% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 27.5 mi on US 395.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 10m 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (US 395 / North Division Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 10m. Total distance: 49.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 10m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (56%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 27.5 miles on US 395. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 6.4 miles (US 395 / North Division Street): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Lake Roosevelt National Recreation Area. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Chewelah, 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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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