Origin
Connell, WA
Night in Connell on Friday
Local time
11:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Connell, WA to Perry, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 11m
Distance
39.3 mi
63 km
Drive Score
5/10
Practical drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 6m
★
6 AM
1h 11m
8 AM
1h 23m
10 AM
1h 15m
12 PM
1h 14m
3 PM
1h 16m
5 PM
1h 22m
8 PM
1h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
Connell, WA to Perry, WA is 39.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m via WA 260, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays entirely within Washington State, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. Expect a straightforward, highway-focused journey that's ideal for a quick transit or a short scenic outing. Given its duration and distance, this route is easily manageable within a single day, leaving you plenty of time for exploration at either end. It offers a simple way to get from point A to point B with minimal fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 11m. Total distance: 39.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This trip is primarily a highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing main roads like WA 260 and WA 261. You'll experience a significant stretch of uninterrupted driving, with the longest segment covering 24.3 miles on WA 260. The character of the road is consistent, offering a steady pace for much of the journey. Expect a straightforward driving experience without many abrupt changes in road type or speed.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 6 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 260 is the longest continuous segment at about 24.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 260 and WA 261. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Columbia Avenue.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Connell, WA to Perry, WA is easy. At 1h 11m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Columbia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (WA 260): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (WA 261): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
4 of 4 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Columbia Avenue
Turn left onto North Columbia Avenue
Navigation decision point
4
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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WA 260
Turn left onto WA 260
Navigation decision point
4
25.1 mi into trip
|
~44m in
|
WA 261
Turn right onto WA 261
Navigation decision point
3
38.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 9m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 260 | 24.3 mi | 42m |
| WA 261 | 13.8 mi | 24m |
| North Columbia Avenue | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| East Clark Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 260
— 24.3 mi, about 42m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connell, WA and Perry, WA.
1
Start on East Clark Street
46 ft
·
9 sec
·
East Clark Street
2
Turn left onto North Columbia Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
3
Turn left onto WA 260
24 mi
·
42 min
·
WA 260
4
Turn right onto WA 261
14 mi
·
24 min
·
WA 261
5
Turn right
0.3 mi
·
2 min
6
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19.6 mi from Connell, WA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 39 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19.6 miles from Connell, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Perry, WA
The final approach into Perry, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.23 one way
$16.45 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
14 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $8.63 | $17.25 |
| premium | $5.77 | $8.92 | $17.85 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.68 | $17.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.8 | 0 | $4.13 | $1.89 |
| Efficient EV | 9.8 | 0 | $3.44 | $1.57 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.7 | 0 | $5.50 | $2.52 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Perry, WA
Night in Perry on Friday
Local time
11:40 PM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
47°F
Lee, WA
20 mi in
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
8 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 11m 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 Connell, WA to Perry, WA covers 39.3 miles and takes about 1h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 260, WA 261, North Columbia Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19.6 miles from Connell, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $8.23 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 Connell, WA to Perry, WA is easy. At 1h 11m with 97% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North Columbia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.8 miles (WA 260): Navigation decision point; at 25.1 miles (WA 261): Navigation decision point.
The route from Connell, WA to Perry, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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