Vancouver, WA to Veradale, WA is 368.2 miles and takes about 6h 58m via Columbia River Highway and US 395, with a fuel budget near $81 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Washington, connecting the Pacific Coast region to itself. The route offers a mixed driving experience with both highway and surface roads, making it a manageable one-day excursion. Consider this drive if you're looking for a straightforward trip across the state without needing to plan for 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
184.1 miles from Vancouver, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 3h 29m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
Columbia River Highway
158.1 mi
2h 55m
US 395
131.2 mi
2h 21m
McNary Highway
29.9 mi
33m
I 90
12.4 mi
15m
Old Oregon Trail Highway
11.4 mi
12m
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
5.2 mi
6m
Lewis and Clark Trail
4.9 mi
6m
Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge
4.1 mi
5m
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Traffic on I-84
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 64 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
2 PM
~1,261 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,884
Quietest
2 AM
~124 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.2×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 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 Vancouver, WA and Veradale, WA.
1
Start on East Fourth Plain Boulevard
329 ft·9 sec·East Fourth Plain Boulevard
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi·57 sec
Toward I 5 South: Portland
3
Merge onto I 5
0.7 mi·55 sec·I 5
4
Take the exit
0.7 mi·1 min
Exit 1AToward WA 14 East: CamasUse the slight right lane.
5
Continue on WA 14
5.2 mi·6 min·Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.3 mi·36 sec
Exit 6Toward I 205: Salem, SeattleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi·55 sec
Toward I 205 South: SalemUse the slight right lane.
8
Merge onto I 205
4.1 mi·5 min·Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Exit 22Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The DallesUse the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi·2 hr 55 min·Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 84; US 30
11 mi·12 min·Old Oregon Trail Highway
12
Take the exit
0.8 mi·1 min
Toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
13
Continue on I 82
30 mi·33 min·McNary Highway
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
3.3 mi·4 min·Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
15
Continue on US 395
1.1 mi·2 min·South US 395
16
Continue on US 395
4.9 mi·6 min·Lewis and Clark Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit onto US 395
0.2 mi·21 sec·US 395
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, FinleyUse the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
0.3 mi·34 sec·US 395
Toward US 395
19
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
131 mi·2 hr 20 min·US 395
Toward US 395 North: SpokaneUse the slight right lane.
20
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
12 mi·15 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
21
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward Evergreen Road
22
Turn right onto North Evergreen Road
1.6 mi·3 min·North Evergreen Road
23
Turn left onto East 8th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East 8th Avenue
24
Turn left onto South Adams Road
82 ft·2 sec·South Adams Road
25
Arrive at destination
South Adams Road
Trip Plan
For this 6h 58m drive, leaving in the morning is your best bet to maximize daylight and avoid feeling rushed. With only one recommended stop and a drive time under seven hours, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay attention to the transition points between the Columbia River Highway and US 395, as the road type changes. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 158.1-mile segment on the Columbia River Highway, and plan your refueling stops accordingly to stay within the estimated $81 fuel cost.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 184.1 miles from Vancouver, WA, or about 3h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.1 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 81 miles or 1h 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 184.1 miles or 3h 29m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Veradale, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA
This is one driving day of about 368.2 miles and 6h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 81 miles from Vancouver, 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 Columbia River Highway for about 158.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway reset
4.7 mi from route
~12 min detour
$10 to $20
Hermiston, Oregon
Hours: 10 am–7 pm
+15415672260
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 17
5 decision points cluster between mile 1 and 222.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1 mi into trip|~2m in
Take the exit toward WA 14 East: Camas
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 1A
Toward WA 14 East: Camas
8
6.9 mi into trip|~9m in
Take the exit toward I 205: Salem, Seattle
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 6
Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle
7
7.3 mi into trip|~10m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 205 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
8
11.7 mi into trip|~16m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
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 22
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
7
222.1 mi into trip|~4h 14m in|US 395
Take the exit onto US 395 toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
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 US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Stree...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$79.41 one way
$158.82 round trip
$5.48/gal25.4 MPG avg129 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.72
$82.93
$165.86
premium
$5.94
$86.06
$172.13
diesel
$6.18
$89.57
$179.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$79
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$104–$129
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.8 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-12.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
110.5
1
$38.66
$17.67
Efficient EV
92.1
1
$32.22
$14.73
EV Truck/SUV
147.3
1
$51.55
$23.56
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% 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 Oct 16, 2026
Origin
Vancouver, WA
Late night
in Vancouver on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
76°F
Mostly Sunny
SE 1 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Veradale, WA
Late night
in Veradale on Saturday
Local time
2:57 AM
PDT
Current temp
71°F
Sunny
S 3 mph0% 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
5 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
6h 58m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 39% of this 368.2-mile drive on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a single road is 158.1 miles, primarily on the Columbia River Highway, before transitioning to US 395 and McNary Highway. Expect a mix of driving, starting with surface roads and eventually merging onto faster routes. The shift from highway to surface roads will be noticeable as you navigate through different types of terrain and traffic patterns.
39% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
25 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 158.1 mi on Columbia River Highway.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.
Driving Effort10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 368.2 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,352 ft49 ft
Total Climb
2,981 ft
Total Descent
1,149 ft
Highest Point
2,352 ft
~341.9 mi in
Elevation Range
2,303 ft
Notable High Points
1,234 ft at ~210.4 miles+643 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Vancouver, WA and Veradale, WA, road signs point toward Umatilla, Pasco, Spokane and Finley.
Vancouver is a city in southwest Washington State, immediately north of the border with Oregon. The city was established around Fort Vancouver, a fur trading outpost dating back to 1824, making this one of the oldest continuously-inhabited European communities in the Pacific Northwest. Two bridges across the Columbia River connect Vancouver to the rest of the Portland Metropolitan Area.
Top landmarks
•Fort Vancouver National Historic Site — National Historic Site of the United States in Washington (state)
•Interstate Bridge — highway bridge in Oregon and Washington, USA
•Kiggins Theatre — single-screen theatre located in downtown Vancouver, WA
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 58m. Total distance: 368.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 58m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 158.1 miles on Columbia River Highway. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 24 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.
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 Veradale, 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. There are 24 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Not recommended in a single day. At 7.0 hours each way, a round trip means 13.9 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Veradale, WA before the return drive.
