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Waterville, WA Road Trips

With 3 routes heading out and 2 heading in, Waterville, WA works well as a modest departure point in the Pacific Coast. Most drives stay under 149 miles, making this area well-suited for day trips and weekend getaways. Most routes from Waterville, WA head east, giving the route network a clear directional lean.

Downtown Waterville, WA, WA

Photo: Frank Cone

Trip Routes

5

Longest Drive

166.6 mi

Kent, WA

Quickest Drive

3h 5m

Spokane, WA

Plan Around Waterville, WA

Popular Incoming Routes

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Trips from Waterville, WA

Driving from Waterville, WA

Expect an average of 149 miles and about 3h 17m behind the wheel when leaving Waterville, WA. The majority of routes are short drives — quick enough to finish before lunch and be back for dinner. The longest mapped route runs 167 miles (3h 34m), while the shortest is just 136 miles.

Popular Destinations

The most popular drives from Waterville, WA include Kent, WA (166.6 mi, 3h 34m), Spokane Valley, WA (144.6 mi, 3h 13m), and Spokane, WA (136.1 mi, 3h 5m). Most destinations stay within the same state, perfect for exploring the local region thoroughly.

Planning & Costs

Regular gas in WA currently averages around $5.23 per gallon. For the typical 149-mile trip from Waterville, WA, budget about $31 in fuel one way, assuming 25 MPG. Longer hauls and premium fuel will cost proportionally more.

Routes tend to go east, so afternoon departures put the sun at your back on the return leg. Most trips take a half-day, so a morning start gets you there in time for lunch or an afternoon of exploring.

Frequently Asked Questions

There are 3 mapped routes leaving Waterville, WA and 2 routes heading into Waterville, WA, covering 5 total connections. Distances range from 136 to 167 miles.

The longest mapped route from Waterville, WA covers 167 miles and takes approximately 3h 34m. Shorter options start at just 136 miles.

The average route from Waterville, WA runs about 149 miles with a drive time of roughly 3h 17m. This includes both short day trips and longer multi-day drives.

At current gas prices (about $5.23/gallon for regular), the average 149-mile trip from Waterville, WA costs roughly $31 in fuel one way, based on 25 MPG. Your actual cost depends on your vehicle's efficiency.

The most popular road trip destinations from Waterville, WA include Kent, WA, Spokane Valley, WA and Spokane, WA. Each route page has detailed drive times, fuel estimates, stop suggestions, and turn-by-turn directions.

Waterville, WA by the Numbers

Recent demographic snapshot from the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey.

Population

1,353

Median Income

$75,854

Median Home Value

$247,300

Median Age

48.0

Source: US Census Bureau ACS 5-year (public domain). See our methodology for details.

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