Origin
Chewelah, WA
Morning in Chewelah on Monday
Local time
9:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Drive Time
1h 15m
Distance
56.5 mi
91 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 9m
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6 AM
1h 15m
8 AM
1h 27m
10 AM
1h 20m
12 PM
1h 18m
3 PM
1h 20m
5 PM
1h 27m
8 PM
1h 12m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Trip Overview
Spanning 56.5 miles, the drive from Chewelah to Spokane Valley is a straightforward trip that typically takes about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Because of the manageable distance and duration, this route is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for those traveling within the Pacific Coast region of Washington. Since there are no required stops, you have the flexibility to complete the trip in one go without needing an overnight split. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a day of errands, this path provides a reliable link between the two locations.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
28.3 miles from Chewelah, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 37m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you navigate your way toward Spokane Valley. Roughly 50 percent of your journey is spent on highways, specifically utilizing US 395, the North Park Street corridor, and the North Spokane Corridor. You will find that the longest uninterrupted stretch occurs on US 395, where you can settle in for a 23-mile run. The character of the road shifts from regional highway travel to more local transit as you move deeper into the metropolitan area. It is a functional, balanced drive that transitions steadily from the open road into the more populated sections of the valley.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
the route is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| the route | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Spokane Corridor | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Wellesley Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Haven Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Haven Place | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Market Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| East Grace Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| North Greene Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
the route
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Chewelah, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on North Park Street
17 mi
·
20 min
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North Park Street
2
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
125 ft
·
2 sec
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the route
3
Exit the roundabout
184 ft
·
2 sec
4
Turn straight
10 mi
·
12 min
5
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
138 ft
·
2 sec
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the route
6
Exit the roundabout
0.9 mi
·
1 min
7
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
89 ft
·
1 sec
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the route
8
Exit the roundabout
12 mi
·
15 min
9
Keep slight left to continue on North Spokane Corridor
7.0 mi
·
9 min
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North Spokane Corridor
10
Keep slight right
177 ft
·
5 sec
11
Turn straight onto East Wellesley Avenue
0.1 mi
·
30 sec
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East Wellesley Avenue
12
Turn left onto North Haven Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
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North Haven Street
13
Continue on North Haven Place
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
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North Haven Place
14
Turn straight onto North Market Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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North Market Street
15
Turn left onto East Grace Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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East Grace Avenue
16
Continue on North Greene Street
0.8 mi
·
1 min
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North Greene Street
17
Turn straight onto North Freya Way
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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North Freya Way
18
Continue on North Freya Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
North Freya Street
19
Continue on South Thor Place
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
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South Thor Place
20
Continue on South Thor Street
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
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South Thor Street
21
Turn left onto East 3rd Avenue
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
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East 3rd Avenue
22
Take the ramp straight
456 ft
·
11 sec
23
Merge slight left
5.4 mi
·
6 min
24
Take the exit slight right toward WA 27
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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WA 27
25
Turn left onto North Pines Road
148 ft
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11 sec
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North Pines Road
26
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Planning your departure is simple given the short duration of this 1 hour and 15-minute trip. Since the drive is quite direct, you have the advantage of scheduling your departure around your personal preferences rather than needing to manage fatigue or multiple rest stops. Ensure your tank is prepared for the $12 fuel cost before you leave Chewelah, as there are no mandated stops along the way to break up the 56.5-mile journey. Keep a close watch on the transitions between US 395 and the North Spokane Corridor to stay on track. Taking advantage of the route's flexibility allows you to arrive in Spokane Valley exactly when it best suits your schedule.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 28.3 miles from Chewelah, WA, or about 37m into the drive.
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 56.5 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 28.3 miles or 37m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 4m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane Valley, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Chewelah, 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 Chewelah, WA
This is one driving day of about 56.5 miles and 1h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Chewelah, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 28.3 mi from Chewelah, WA · 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
28 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 56.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 28.3 miles from Chewelah, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spokane Valley, WA
The final approach into Spokane Valley, 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 Valley, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.86 one way
$23.72 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $12.38 | $24.77 |
| premium | $5.77 | $12.84 | $25.67 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $12.55 | $25.10 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$12
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$37–$62
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17 | 0 | $5.93 | $2.71 |
| Efficient EV | 14.1 | 0 | $4.94 | $2.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 22.6 | 0 | $7.91 | $3.62 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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 Valley, WA
Morning in Spokane Valley on Monday
Local time
9:45 AM
PDT
Current temp
33°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
21 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
1h 15m 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 Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 56.5 miles and takes about 1h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are the route, North Spokane Corridor, East Wellesley Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 28.3 miles from Chewelah, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $11.86 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.
The drive from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 1h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Chewelah, WA to Spokane Valley, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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