Yakima, WA to Veradale, WA is 214.2 miles and takes about 3h 57m via I 82 and I 90, with a fuel budget near $48 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Washington state, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. Most of the drive is on major highways, making it a straightforward and efficient way to cover the distance. You'll spend most of your time on interstates, so expect consistent road conditions. It’s a good option if you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
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
107.1 miles from Yakima, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 57m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
178.7 mi
3h 13m
I 82
30.3 mi
32m
North Evergreen Road
1.6 mi
3m
South 1st Street
1.6 mi
3m
East 8th Avenue
0.5 mi
1m
Selah Road
0.1 mi
<1m
South Adams Road
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 178.7 mi, about 3h 13m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 36 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,520 veh/hr typical
· worst 1,907
Quietest
1 AM
~102 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
14.9×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Yakima, WA and Veradale, WA.
1
Start on South 1st Street
1.6 mi·3 min·South 1st Street
2
Continue on Selah Road
0.1 mi·12 sec·Selah Road
3
Take the ramp
111 ft·2 sec
4
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi·31 sec
5
Merge onto I 82; US 97
30 mi·32 min·I 82; US 97
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·54 sec
Toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane
7
Merge onto I 90
166 mi·2 hr 58 min·I 90
8
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
12 mi·15 min·I 90; US 2; US 395
9
Take the exit
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward Evergreen Road
10
Turn right onto North Evergreen Road
1.6 mi·3 min·North Evergreen Road
11
Turn left onto East 8th Avenue
0.5 mi·1 min·East 8th Avenue
12
Turn left onto South Adams Road
82 ft·2 sec·South Adams Road
13
Arrive at destination
South Adams Road
Trip Plan
Given the total duration of under 4 hours, this is a comfortable one-day trip. Aim to leave Yakima in the morning to make the most of daylight hours. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $48, you can easily complete this drive without needing to plan extensive breaks. The majority of the route is on I 90, so keep an eye out for any potential traffic or construction announcements specific to that interstate before you depart. Because it's a shorter drive, you'll have flexibility if you decide to stop for a meal or a brief rest.
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 107.1 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 178.7 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 47 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 107.1 miles or 1h 57m 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 11m
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 Yakima, 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 Yakima, WA
This is one driving day of about 214.2 miles and 3h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 47 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 I 90 for about 178.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 10
5 decision points cluster between mile 1.7 and 214.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
1.7 mi into trip|~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
6
32.3 mi into trip|~37m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane
4
211.6 mi into trip|~3h 51m in
Take the exit toward Evergreen Road
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Evergreen Road
4
213.6 mi into trip|~3h 56m in|East 8th Avenue
Turn left onto East 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
214.2 mi into trip|~3h 57m in|South Adams Road
Turn left onto South Adams Road
Navigation decision point
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$41.73 one way
$83.45 round trip
$4.95/gal25.4 MPG avg75 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.18
$43.72
$87.43
premium
$5.39
$45.46
$90.93
diesel
$4.80
$40.45
$80.89
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 74.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-07-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
64.3
0
$22.49
$10.28
Efficient EV
53.6
0
$18.74
$8.57
EV Truck/SUV
85.7
1
$29.99
$13.71
Gas CO2
75 kg
EV CO2
25 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 Jul 18, 2026
Origin
Yakima, WA
Late night
in Yakima on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
91°F
Sunny
NW 5 to 8 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Veradale, WA
Late night
in Veradale on Sunday
Local time
3:58 AM
PDT
Current temp
90°F
Sunny
SW 13 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Red Flag Warning
Red Flag Warning issued July 18 at 11:42AM PDT until July 18 at 9:00PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
92°F
Ephrata, WA
107 mi in
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
1 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
3h 57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is predominantly highway driving, with 98% of the 214.2 miles on interstates. You'll experience a long stretch of 178.7 miles on I 90. The transition to surface roads happens near the end, with North Evergreen Road being the final segment. Expect to see plenty of other vehicles and relatively frequent exit signs for much of the drive.
98% 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: 178.7 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 214.2 miles you will encounter 10 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: at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Elevation Profile
Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes
2,352 ft1,067 ft
Total Climb
3,350 ft
Total Descent
2,397 ft
Highest Point
2,352 ft
~183.6 mi in
Elevation Range
1,285 ft
Notable High Points
2,295 ft at ~15.3 miles+849 ft prominence
2,228 ft at ~45.9 miles+782 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Yakima, WA to Veradale, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Spokane along the way.
Yakima is the principal city of the Yakima Valley, an agricultural region noted for apple, wine, and hop production on the Columbia River Plateau of Washington State. It is the county seat of Yakima County.
This article also covers the nearby communities of Union Gap and Selah.
Top landmarks
•Capitol Theatre, Yakima — theater and performing arts center in Yakima, Washington, United States
•A. E. Larson Building — building in Yakima, Washington, United States
•E. William Brackett House — house in Yakima, Washington
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 57m. Total distance: 214.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 57m 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 178.7 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 17 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.
Yes, with realistic expectations. Build in a stop roughly every 2 hours, have snacks and activities ready, and check the Nearby Places tabs for kid-friendly stops along the way.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 211.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early.
Possible but tiring. At 4.0 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Veradale, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
