Trip from Yakima, WA to Ferndale, WA

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Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

4h 33m

Distance

234.1 mi

377 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$49

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 20m ★

6 AM

4h 33m

8 AM

5h 0m

10 AM

4h 43m

12 PM

4h 40m

3 PM

4h 44m

5 PM

4h 59m

8 PM

4h 25m

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

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Ferndale, WA

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Trip Overview

Embark on a 234.1-mile journey from Yakima, WA, to Ferndale, WA, a drive that will take approximately 4 hours and 33 minutes. This route is primarily highway-focused, with 98% of the drive utilizing major roads like US 97, I-82, and I-5. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $49, making it an economical choice for a single-day adventure. Given its manageable length and highway nature, this trip is well-suited as a day trip, allowing for flexibility in your departure and arrival times. You'll experience a consistent driving environment for most of the way.

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

117 miles from Yakima, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 97	101.4 mi	1h 53m
I 5	79.6 mi	1h 33m
I 82	30.3 mi	32m
I 405	18.4 mi	23m
South 1st Street	1.6 mi	3m
Main Street	0.8 mi	2m
Selah Road	0.1 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: US 97 — 101.4 mi, about 1h 53m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Ferndale, WA.

Start on South 1st Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street

Continue on Selah Road

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Selah Road

Take the ramp

111 ft · 2 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto I 82; US 97

30 mi · 32 min · I 82; US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97

101 mi · 1 hr 53 min · US 97

Toward I 90 West Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec

Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 405

8.1 mi · 10 min · I 405

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

8.4 mi · 10 min · I 405

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 405

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec

Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 5

80 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 5

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Toward Main Street, Ferndale City Center

Turn right onto Main Street

0.8 mi · 2 min · Main Street

Arrive at destination

Main Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of about 4 hours and 33 minutes, this drive is easily accomplished in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to maximize daylight and avoid potential traffic. You'll have one recommended stop, which should be sufficient given the route's efficiency. Keep an eye on your fuel levels, especially during the 101.4-mile stretch on US 97, as services can be more spread out in that section. The relatively short duration means you can be flexible with your pacing, stopping only when necessary.

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 117 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.4 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 52 miles or 59m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 117 miles or 2h 12m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 41m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Yakima, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Yakima, WA

This is one driving day of about 234.1 miles and 4h 33m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 52 miles from Yakima, 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 US 97 for about 101.4 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Redmond, WA

117 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

Cle Elum, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 52 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Redmond, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 117 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 97 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Stops Along Your Drive

Picked by where they fit in your drive — first break, midpoint reset, final stretch.

Best meal stop · home stretch

Taste of Thai by Wipa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 39min to go 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13608995823

Visit website

The Fairhaven

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, Washington

0.5 mi

Billy's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, Washington

0.6 mi

Best coffee break · home stretch

Quantum Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Burlington, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch · 39min to go 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13602301349

Visit website

Taste of Thai by Wipa

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+13608995823

Visit website

The Fairhaven

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 11 am–7 pm

+13607463183

Visit website

Billy's Cafe

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 7 am–2 pm

+13607559988

Visit website

Train Wreck Bar & Grill

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 8 am–10 pm

+13607550582

Visit website

Tepic Mexican Restaurant Burlington

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 9 am–9 pm

+13608994172

Visit website

Golden Hour Cafe Skagit

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 9 am–2 pm

+13607556116

Korea House Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30

Bothell, Washington

Hours: 11 am–8:30 pm

+14254868866

Visit website

The Curious Chef

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+13607570300

Quantum Café

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

Home stretch 0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Burlington, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+13602301349

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~9 min detour

Halfway reset 3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Halfway reset 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

North Creek Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

Final third 2 mi from route ~5 min detour

Bothell, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+14253886600

Visit website

Dick and Jane's Spot

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

First break 1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Ellensburg, Washington

+15099253224

Visit website

Escape Everett

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour

Everett, Washington

Visit website

Jetty Island

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

Final third 2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Everett, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14252578304

Escape the Maddness

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Union Gap, Washington

Hours: Closed

+15099300432

Visit website

Central Washington Agricultural Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour

Union Gap, Washington

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15094578735

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 13

5 decision points cluster between mile 32.3 and 152.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

32.3 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward I 90 West

133.7 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett

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 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett

133.9 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

142.5 mi into trip | ~2h 42m in | I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

152.8 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia

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 I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$49.00 one way

$97.99 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 82 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$51.38	$102.76
premium	$5.77	$53.16	$106.32
diesel	$5.61	$51.69	$103.37

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$49

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$74–$99

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 81.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $25 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	70.2	0	$24.58	$11.24
Efficient EV	58.5	0	$20.48	$9.36
EV Truck/SUV	93.6	1	$32.77	$14.98

Gas CO2

82 kg

EV CO2

27 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 20, 2026

Origin

Yakima, WA

Late night in Yakima on Tuesday

Local time

2:02 AM

PDT

Current temp

80°F

Partly Sunny

S 3 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:24AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Destination

Ferndale, WA

Late night in Ferndale on Tuesday

Local time

2:02 AM

PDT

Current temp

69°F

Mostly Cloudy

WNW 6 mph 8% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 20 at 9:24AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

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

11 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

4h 33m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 137.2

View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

This drive is predominantly a highway-focused experience, designed for efficient travel. Nearly all of the 234.1 miles are on major thoroughfares, totaling 98% highway share. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 101.4 miles on US 97 before transitioning to other interstates. Expect a consistent pace for most of the journey, with minimal deviations from high-speed driving. The character of the road remains largely the same for the duration, prioritizing directness over varied scenery.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.

16 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.

Longest single stretch: 101.4 mi on US 97.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 32.3 miles in near US 97.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 13 significant decision points across 234.1 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 32.3 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 133.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 133.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. 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 Yakima, WA and Ferndale, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.

Everett

133.7 mi in | ~2h 31m

Bellevue

133.9 mi in | ~2h 31m

Vancouver British Columbia

152.8 mi in | ~2h 55m

About the Cities

Arriving in Ferndale, WA

Full guide →

Ferndale is a city in the Northwest Washington region of Washington State, North of Bellingham on I-5.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 234.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 101.4 miles on US 97. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

Yes — we found about 16 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 Ferndale, 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 16 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Ferndale, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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Trip from Yakima, WA to Ferndale, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Stops Along Your Drive

Taste of Thai by Wipa

Quantum Café

Taste of Thai by Wipa

The Fairhaven

Billy's Cafe

Train Wreck Bar & Grill

Tepic Mexican Restaurant Burlington

Golden Hour Cafe Skagit

Korea House Restaurant

The Curious Chef

Quantum Café

Amoré Coffee

Tesla Supercharger

Circle K Electric Vehicle Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Electrify America Charging Station

Pilot EV Charging Station

EVCS Charging Station

Chevrolet Charging Station

ChargePoint Charging Station

Selah Creek Rest Area, I-82 Eastbound

Selah Creek Rest Area, I-82 Westbound

Silver Lake Rest Area (closed)

Bow Hill Southbound Rest Area

Bow Hill Northbound Rest Area

Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Westbound

Indian John Hill Rest Area, I-90 Eastbound

Pilot Travel Center

Travelers Rest Rest Area

Pilot Travel Center

Flying J Travel Center

Pilot Travel Center

TA

Smokey Point Southbound Rest Area

Smokey Point Northbound Rest Area

Love's Travel Stop

Wilburton Hill Park

North Creek Park

Dick and Jane's Spot

Escape Everett

Jetty Island

Escape the Maddness

Central Washington Agricultural Museum

Heads-up: tricky spots

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yakima, WA

Ferndale, WA

Same local time

11 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 33m on the road

National Parks Near This Route

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

What kind of drive is this?

How Hard Is This Drive?

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

About the Cities

Arriving in Ferndale, WA

Who Is This Route For?

Frequently Asked Questions

Which road carries most of the drive?

Are there rest areas on this route?

Should I avoid arriving after dark?

Is this a good trip with kids?

Where does this route get tricky?

Are there national parks near this route?

Can I do this as a round trip in one go?

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