Origin
Clarkston, WA
Evening in Clarkston on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Clarkston, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Drive Time
2h 37m
Distance
114.5 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 27m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Clarkston, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
The drive from Clarkston, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 114.5 miles and takes about 2h 37m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 195, I 90, US 95 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 94 miles on US 195. At current regular gas prices, budget about $24.03 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
57.3 miles from Clarkston, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 21m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 2h 37m highway drive covering 114.5 miles, with most of the trip on US 195 and I 90. The longest continuous stretch is about 94 miles on US 195.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 195 is the longest continuous segment at about 94 miles.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,706 ft
807 ft
Total Climb
2,286 ft
Total Descent
777 ft
Highest Point
2,706 ft
~9.5 mi in
Elevation Range
1,900 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 195 and I 90. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near WA 129 / Diagonal Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.5 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start (WA 129 / Diagonal Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Bridge Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WA 129 / Diagonal Street
Turn sharp left onto WA 129 / Diagonal Street
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach
5
0.3 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 12 / Bridge Street
Enter roundabout onto US 12 / Bridge Street
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
6
3.3 mi into trip
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~9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullman, Coeur d' Alene, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullm...
6
10.1 mi into trip
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~17m in
|
US 195
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195 toward Pullman, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Pullman, Spokane
6
103.9 mi into trip
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~2h 23m in
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US 195
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195 toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
Towns Along This Route
Between Clarkston, WA and Spokane Valley, WA, road signs point toward Pullman, Spokane and City Center.
Pullman
10.1 mi in
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~17m
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via US 195
Spokane
10.1 mi in
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~17m
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via US 195
City Center
103.9 mi in
|
~2h 23m
|
via US 195
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 195 | 94 mi | 2h 6m |
| I 90 | 10 mi | 12m |
| US 95 | 6.2 mi | 7m |
| Main Street | 1.7 mi | 5m |
| US 12 | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Diagonal Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Bridge Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| North Pines Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 195
— 94 mi, about 2h 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Clarkston, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on WA 129 Spur
5 ft
·
9 sec
·
6th Street
2
Turn sharp left onto WA 129
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Diagonal Street
3
Enter roundabout onto US 12
181 ft
·
4 sec
·
Bridge Street
4
Continue on US 12
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Bridge Street
5
Continue on US 12
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
Main Street
6
Continue on Main Street
1.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Main Street
7
Continue on US 12
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
US 12
8
Turn left onto US 12
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
US 12
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
49 sec
Toward US 95 North, US 195 North: Moscow, Pullman, Coeur d' Alene, Spokane
10
Merge onto US 95
6.2 mi
·
7 min
·
US 95
11
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195
21 mi
·
29 min
·
US 195
Toward Pullman, Spokane
12
Turn left onto US 195
73 mi
·
1 hr 35 min
·
US 195
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 195
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
US 195
Toward I 90 East: Spokane, City Center
14
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
10.0 mi
·
12 min
·
I 90; US 2; US 395
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 27
16
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
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 57.3 miles from Clarkston, WA, or about 1h 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 94 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 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.3 miles or 1h 21m 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 10m
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 Clarkston, 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 Clarkston, WA
This is one driving day of about 114.5 miles and 2h 37m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Clarkston, 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 195 for about 94 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.3 mi from Clarkston, WA · 1h 21m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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 57.3 miles from Clarkston, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 195 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94 miles.
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
$24.03 one way
$48.06 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
40 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $25.10 | $50.19 |
| premium | $5.77 | $26.01 | $52.03 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $25.44 | $50.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 40.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.4 | 0 | $12.02 | $5.50 |
| Efficient EV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.8 | 0 | $16.03 | $7.33 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 kg (68% 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
Evening in Spokane Valley on Sunday
Local time
8:22 PM
PDT
Current temp
33°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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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
5 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 37m 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 Clarkston, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 114.5 miles and takes about 2h 37m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 195, I 90, US 95. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 57.3 miles from Clarkston, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $24.03 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 114.5 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (WA 129 / Diagonal Street): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach; at 0.3 miles (US 12 / Bridge Street): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Clarkston, WA and Spokane Valley, WA, road signs point toward Pullman, Spokane and City Center.
Gently rolling terrain. The route ranges from 807 ft to 2,706 ft elevation with about 2,286 ft of total climbing.
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