Origin
Benton City, WA
Evening in Benton City on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton City, WA to Spokane, WA
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
155.7 mi
251 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
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6 AM
2h 54m
8 AM
3h 16m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 15m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton City, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
Connecting Benton City to Spokane, this 155.7-mile journey typically takes about 2 hours and 53 minutes of driving time. Because the route is straightforward and manageable, you can easily complete it in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend roughly $33 on fuel, making this a budget-friendly way to navigate between these two Washington locations. While both points sit within the Pacific Coast region, you will spend nearly your entire journey on major thoroughfares. It is a practical, no-nonsense path that prioritizes efficiency over detours. If you are looking for a reliable transit corridor, this trip is an ideal choice for your schedule.
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
77.9 miles from Benton City, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 26m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is heavily highway-focused, with 98% of your time spent on high-speed roads including I-82, US 12, and US 395. You should prepare for a consistent, open-road experience rather than a winding backroads tour. The most significant portion of your time behind the wheel will be spent on a 131.2-mile stretch along US 395, which serves as the backbone of the drive. Because the route relies so heavily on these main arteries, you can expect a steady, predictable pace for the duration of your travel. It is a functional drive designed for getting from point A to point B with minimal interruption.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 395 is the longest continuous segment at about 131.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 395 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 6.5 miles in near US 12.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 155.7 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 6.5 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
6.5 mi into trip
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~8m in
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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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
7
21.4 mi into trip
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~25m in
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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...
6
21.6 mi into trip
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~25m in
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US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 toward US 395
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 395
7
21.8 mi into trip
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~26m in
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US 395
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 toward US 395 North: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 395 North: Spokane
5
154.3 mi into trip
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~2h 49m in
Take the exit toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Str...
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Benton City, WA to Spokane, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Finley along the way.
Finley
21.4 mi in
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~25m
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via US 395
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 395 | 131.2 mi | 2h 21m |
| US 12 | 14.9 mi | 16m |
| I 82 | 4.7 mi | 5m |
| I 90 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Babs Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 9th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 395
— 131.2 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton City, WA and Spokane, WA.
1
Start on WA 225
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
9th Street
2
Continue on WA 225
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Babs Avenue
3
Turn straight onto WA 225
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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1st Street
4
Enter roundabout onto WA 224
120 ft
·
2 sec
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1st Street
5
Continue on WA 224
365 ft
·
14 sec
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1st Street
6
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
23 sec
7
Merge onto I 82; US 12
4.7 mi
·
5 min
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I 82; US 12
8
Take the exit onto US 12
15 mi
·
16 min
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US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto US 395
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
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US 395
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 395
Toward US 395
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
131 mi
·
2 hr 20 min
·
US 395
Toward US 395 North: Spokane
Use the slight right lane.
12
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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I 90; US 2; US 395
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
14
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
15
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Freeway Avenue
16
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
17
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
18
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
19
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Avenue
20
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
21
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
22
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Trip Plan
To keep your drive smooth, plan for at least one stop during the nearly three-hour transit to stretch your legs and refresh your focus. Since this is a relatively short trip, you have the flexibility to depart whenever suits your schedule, though checking traffic conditions on US 395 before you head out is a smart move. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, keeping that $33 estimate in mind as you plan your stops along the highway corridor. Given the long, uninterrupted nature of the stretch on US 395, make sure you have your entertainment or navigation set before merging onto the main highway. Utilizing that single planned stop effectively will make the remaining miles feel much faster.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 77.9 miles from Benton City, WA, or about 1h 26m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 131.2 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.9 miles or 1h 26m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 20m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Benton City, 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 Benton City, WA
This is one driving day of about 155.7 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Benton City, 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 395 for about 131.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.9 mi from Benton City, WA · 1h 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.9 miles from Benton City, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 395 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 131.2 miles.
Arriving in Spokane, WA
The final approach into Spokane, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Spokane, WA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.68 one way
$65.36 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
55 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $34.13 | $68.25 |
| premium | $5.77 | $35.38 | $70.75 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.59 | $69.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.7 | 0 | $16.35 | $7.47 |
| Efficient EV | 38.9 | 0 | $13.62 | $6.23 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62.3 | 0 | $21.80 | $9.96 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Spokane, WA
Evening in Spokane on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live 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
6 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
2h 53m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Benton City, WA to Spokane, WA covers 155.7 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 395, US 12, I 82. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.9 miles from Benton City, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.68 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 12 significant decision points across 155.7 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 6.5 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 21.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
On the drive from Benton City, WA to Spokane, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Finley along the way.
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