Origin
Yakima, WA
Late night in Yakima on Sunday
Local time
12:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yakima, WA to Richland, 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 28m
Distance
76.9 mi
124 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Good
5 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 43m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Richland, WA
Stepan Vrany
Trip Overview
This straightforward 76.9-mile journey from Yakima, WA to Richland, WA is easily manageable as a day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 28 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-82 and US-12, with a brief segment on Stevens Drive, this route is almost entirely highway driving at 95%. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, it's an economical option for traversing the Pacific Coast region within Washington state. The drive offers a direct and efficient connection between these two points, making it a practical choice for those looking to get from A to B without extensive detours.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 68 mi | 1h 13m |
| US 12 | 4.9 mi | 5m |
| Stevens Drive | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| East Chestnut Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Wellsian Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Aaron Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Fair Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 68 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Richland, WA.
1
Start on South 1st Street
415 ft
·
19 sec
·
South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto East Chestnut Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Chestnut Avenue
3
Turn left onto South Fair Avenue
359 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Fair Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
5
Merge onto I 82; US 12; US 97
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 82; US 12; US 97
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 82; US 12
7
Take the exit onto US 12
4.9 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
8
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 4
Toward WA 240 West: Vantage, Wellsian Way
9
Turn right onto Aaron Drive
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Aaron Drive
10
Turn left onto Wellsian Way
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wellsian Way
11
Turn right onto Stevens Drive
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
Stevens Drive
12
Turn right onto Williams Boulevard
111 ft
·
3 sec
·
Williams Boulevard
13
Arrive at destination
Williams Boulevard
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.5 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 68 miles.
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 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 74.4 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Chestnut Avenue
Turn left onto East Chestnut Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 82; US 12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
69.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 17m in
|
US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
6
74.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward WA 240 West: Vantage, Wellsian Way
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 4
Toward WA 240 West: Vantage, Wellsian Way
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.09 one way
$32.19 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $16.88 | $33.76 |
| premium | $5.77 | $17.46 | $34.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.98 | $33.96 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23.1 | 0 | $8.07 | $3.69 |
| Efficient EV | 19.2 | 0 | $6.73 | $3.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.8 | 0 | $10.77 | $4.92 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 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.
Destination
Richland, WA
Late night in Richland on Sunday
Local time
12:53 AM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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 warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 28m 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 highly highway-focused experience on this route, with 95% of the drive taking place on major roads like I-82 and US-12. The vast majority of your time will be spent on the interstate, offering a consistent pace. You'll encounter the longest uninterrupted stretch of 68 miles on I-82, so be prepared for a sustained period of highway travel. While the profile is predominantly highway, the inclusion of Stevens Drive at the end offers a slight variation before reaching your destination.
95% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 68 mi on I 82.
How Hard Is This Drive?
4/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and US 12. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Chestnut Avenue.
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 28m drive. You will face about 11 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (I 82; US 12): 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.
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 Richland, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
I‑182 East
69.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via US 12
Pasco
69.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via US 12
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 76.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 68 miles on I 82. 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: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (I 82; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Richland, 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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