Origin
Davenport, WA
Evening in Davenport on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
1h 6m
Distance
44.3 mi
71 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 1m
★
6 AM
1h 6m
8 AM
1h 17m
10 AM
1h 10m
12 PM
1h 9m
3 PM
1h 10m
5 PM
1h 16m
8 PM
1h 3m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Davenport, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This straightforward 44.3-mile drive from Davenport, WA, to Spokane Valley, WA, is easily manageable in about 1 hour and 6 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily be on Sunset Highway and US 2, with a 30% highway share. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $9. Given the short distance and duration, there's no need to split this drive; you can complete it comfortably in a single go. This route stays within the Pacific Coast region, offering a consistent travel experience. It's a practical choice for a quick connection between these two Washington 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
22.2 miles from Davenport, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 31m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, combining some highway stretches with other road types. Approximately 30% of the journey involves highway driving, offering opportunities for quicker travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.5 miles on Sunset Highway. As you progress, the road character shifts, moving from more open highway segments to potentially more varied conditions as you approach your destination. This blend means you'll experience different driving dynamics throughout the 44.3-mile trip.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunset Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 24.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 25.8 miles in near US 2 / West Sunset Highway.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Davenport, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 1h 6m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 25.8 miles (US 2 / West Sunset Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.6 miles (West Sunset Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.6 miles (US 2 / West Sunset Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
25.8 mi into trip
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~37m in
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US 2 / West Sunset Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2 / West Sunset Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
27.6 mi into trip
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~41m in
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West Sunset Highway
Enter roundabout onto West Sunset Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
28.6 mi into trip
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~44m in
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US 2 / West Sunset Highway
Enter roundabout onto US 2 / West Sunset Highway
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
43.9 mi into trip
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~1h 5m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
4
44.3 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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WA 27 / North Pines Road
Turn left onto WA 27 / North Pines Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 24.5 mi | 33m |
| US 2 | 13.3 mi | 17m |
| West Sunset Highway | 4.8 mi | 10m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Morgan Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North Pines Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Highway
— 24.5 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Davenport, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on US 2
0.3 mi
·
45 sec
·
Morgan Street
2
Continue on US 2
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Sunset Highway
3
Continue on US 2; WA 231
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broadway Avenue
4
Continue on US 2
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Sunset Highway
5
Keep slight right at fork onto US 2
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Sunset Highway
6
Enter roundabout onto West Sunset Highway
95 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
7
Continue on West Sunset Highway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sunset Highway
Use the left / straight / right lanes.
8
Enter roundabout onto US 2
97 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
9
Continue on US 2
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sunset Highway
10
Turn straight onto US 2
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 2
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 27
12
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
For this relatively short 44.3-mile drive, you have significant flexibility with your departure time. Since it takes just over an hour, you can easily complete it without needing to split the journey. There are no specific stops recommended, so plan for fuel and rest before you leave Davenport or consider a stop in Spokane Valley upon arrival. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the longest 24.5-mile stretch on Sunset Highway, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. The low estimated fuel cost of $9 means budget is unlikely to be a major concern.
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 22.2 miles from Davenport, WA, or about 31m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 24.5 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 44.3 miles or 1h 6m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 22.2 miles or 31m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 57m
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 Davenport, 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 Davenport, WA
This is one driving day of about 44.3 miles and 1h 6m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Davenport, 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.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Highway for about 24.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 22.2 mi from Davenport, WA · 31m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
22 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 44.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 22.2 miles from Davenport, 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
$9.27 one way
$18.54 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $9.72 | $19.45 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.06 | $20.12 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.78 | $19.56 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$9
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$34–$59
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 15.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 13.3 | 0 | $4.65 | $2.13 |
| Efficient EV | 11.1 | 0 | $3.88 | $1.77 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 17.7 | 0 | $6.20 | $2.84 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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 Valley, WA
Evening in Spokane Valley on Wednesday
Local time
6:11 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
2 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 6m 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 Davenport, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 44.3 miles and takes about 1h 6m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Highway, US 2, West Sunset Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 22.2 miles from Davenport, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $9.27 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 Davenport, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 1h 6m with 30% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 25.8 miles (US 2 / West Sunset Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 27.6 miles (West Sunset Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 28.6 miles (US 2 / West Sunset Highway): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Davenport, WA to Spokane Valley, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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