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Trip from Spokane, 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 37m

Distance

140.3 mi

226 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
2h 27m ★
6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 45m
12 PM
2h 43m
3 PM
2h 46m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m

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 to Kennewick, this 140.3-mile trip is an efficient way to traverse Washington’s interior. You can easily complete the journey in about 2 hours and 37 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day excursion. Budget roughly $29 for fuel to cover the distance, which utilizes a mix of the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, I-90, and the Lewis and Clark Trail. Because this drive stays within the Pacific Coast region, you won’t encounter dramatic climate shifts, though the landscape will transition as you move south. It is a straightforward trip that doesn't require an overnight stay, allowing you the flexibility to complete your business or visit and return home within the same day.

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

70.2 miles from Spokane, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway 73.7 mi 1h 19m
I 90 58.6 mi 1h 3m
Lewis and Clark Trail 5.3 mi 7m
West Kennewick Avenue 0.7 mi 1m
US 395 0.6 mi 1m
North Monroe Street 0.4 mi 1m
North Yelm Street 0.4 mi 1m
West Freeway Avenue 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, WA and Kennewick, 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

464 ft · 19 sec · West Main Avenue
4

Turn right onto North Monroe Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Monroe Street
5

Turn slight right onto West Freeway Avenue

0.1 mi · 18 sec · West Freeway Avenue
6

Keep slight left at fork onto West Freeway Avenue

188 ft · 5 sec · West Freeway Avenue
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
7

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 30 sec
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
8

Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395

2.0 mi · 2 min · I 90; US 2; US 395
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395
10

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

74 mi · 1 hr 19 min · Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
11

Take the exit onto US 395

0.6 mi · 1 min · US 395
Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
12

Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395

1.9 mi · 2 min · Lewis and Clark Trail
13

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
14

Turn left onto North Yelm Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Yelm Street
15

Turn left onto West Kennewick Avenue

0.7 mi · 1 min · West Kennewick Avenue
16

Turn left onto North Newport Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · North Newport Street
17

Arrive at destination

North Newport Street

Trip Plan

Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure to avoid peak commuter traffic in either city. Plan for at least one dedicated stop along the way to break up the drive, as the route is long enough to warrant a quick stretch. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before heading out, as the $29 estimate is a baseline; filling up in Spokane before you hit the highway can save you from paying higher prices in smaller, more remote areas. Because the longest stretch covers over 70 miles, ensure your vehicle is ready for a consistent period of highway speeds. This flexibility allows you to pace the drive exactly how you like without feeling rushed.

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 70.2 miles from Spokane, WA, or about 1h 17m 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 31 miles or 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 70.2 miles or 1h 17m 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 6m

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, 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, WA

This is one driving day of about 140.3 miles and 2h 37m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 31 miles from Spokane, 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

70 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

Davenport, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ritzville, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 70.2 miles from Spokane, 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

Jake's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ritzville, Washington

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.1

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15096591961

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Spokane, WA

0.6 mi

Hill's Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Kennewick, Washington

0.9 mi

Top Coffee Stop

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

Jake's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 60.1

Ritzville, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15096591961

Lebanon Restaurant & Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Spokane, WA

Hours: 11 am–8 pm

+15092792124

Visit website

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 140.3

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 140.3

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 140.3

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 140.3

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 140.3

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 140.3

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15097357377

Visit website

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+15097470336

Visit website

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15094433566

Visit website

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15099925258

Visit website

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15097473088

Visit website

The Barnyard

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10 mile 60.1

Ritzville, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15093476049

Visit website

Meeting House Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+18008991482

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

BTCPower Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Spokane, Washington

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18664676920

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Riverfront Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+15096256600

Visit website

Mobius Discovery Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15093217121

Visit website

Playground Of Dreams

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 140.3

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+15095854293

Visit website

The Great Northern Clocktower

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

Museum at Keewaydin

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 140.3

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 12–4:30 pm

+15095827704

Visit website

Manito Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+15096256200

Visit website

Get Air Trampoline Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

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 14

5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 135.6 — 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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Avenue

Turn left onto West Main Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | West Freeway Avenue

Keep slight left at fork onto West Freeway Avenue toward I 90 West: Seattle

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 90 West: Seattle
6
59.5 mi into trip | ~1h 6m 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
6
135.6 mi into trip | ~2h 29m 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

$29.36 one way

$58.73 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 49 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $30.79 $61.59
premium $5.77 $31.86 $63.72
diesel $5.61 $30.98 $61.95

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 49.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 42.1 0 $14.73 $6.73
Efficient EV 35.1 0 $12.28 $5.61
EV Truck/SUV 56.1 0 $19.64 $8.98

Gas CO2

49 kg

EV CO2

16 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, WA

Late night in Spokane on Sunday

Local time

12:50 AM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Kennewick, WA

Late night in Kennewick on Sunday

Local time

12:50 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 37m 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?

Expect a mixed-drive experience that balances high-speed interstate travel with regional highways. Approximately 42% of your journey takes place on major highways, keeping the pace steady and predictable. You will spend a significant portion of your time on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 73.7 miles. The character of the road shifts as you transition between these routes, moving from the wider lanes of I-90 to the more localized feel of the Lewis and Clark Trail. It is a drive defined by steady, consistent movement rather than technical twists or steep climbs.

42% 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: 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 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

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 140.3 miles you will encounter 14 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

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

Ritzville

59.5 mi in | ~1h 6m | via US 395

Pasco

59.5 mi in | ~1h 6m | via US 395

Pendleton

133.2 mi in | ~2h 25m | via US 395

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 37m. Total distance: 140.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (42%). 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

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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