Origin
Davenport, WA
Evening in Davenport on Wednesday
Local time
7:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Davenport, WA to Spokane, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
57m
Distance
35.7 mi
58 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 53m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 7m
10 AM
1h 1m
12 PM
1h 0m
3 PM
1h 1m
5 PM
1h 6m
8 PM
0h 55m
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 35.7-mile journey from Davenport, WA to Spokane, WA, is a quick trip that can easily be completed in under an hour, making it perfect for a single day. You'll primarily be navigating Sunset Highway and West Sunset Highway, with a portion on US 2. The estimated fuel cost for this drive is around $7. Given its short distance and the fact that both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, this route offers flexibility for spontaneous adventures. It's a straightforward drive, ideal for those looking for an efficient way to connect 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
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
17.9 miles from Davenport, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' with about 11% of the route being on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 24.5 miles on Sunset Highway. This drive is characterized by a mix of local roads and some faster highway sections, requiring your attention as you navigate turns and transitions. It's not a monotonous cruise, but rather an engaging drive that keeps you connected to the landscape as you move from Davenport towards Spokane.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 20 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?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 25.8 miles in near US 2 / West Sunset Highway.
Route Complexity
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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
5
34.4 mi into trip
|
~53m 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...
5
35.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
Turn right
Navigation decision point
5
35.7 mi into trip
|
~57m in
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South Gorge Trail
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 24.5 mi | 33m |
| West Sunset Highway | 4.8 mi | 10m |
| US 2 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Morgan Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| West Freeway Avenue | 0.2 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, 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
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
US 2
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
12
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
13
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Freeway Avenue
14
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
15
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
16
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Avenue
18
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
19
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
20
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, under-an-hour drive, you have the advantage of flexibility with your departure time. Aim to leave when you feel most rested, as there are no designated stops suggested, and the longest stretch is manageable. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before heading out, though the estimated $7 fuel cost indicates it's not a major expense. A practical tip for this route: pay close attention to road signage as you transition between Sunset Highway and US 2, as these changes can be frequent on this local-feeling drive.
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 17.9 miles from Davenport, WA, or about 25m 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 35.7 miles or 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.9 miles or 25m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Davenport, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Davenport, WA
This is one driving day of about 35.7 miles and 57m.
At 35.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
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 17.9 mi from Davenport, WA · 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.9 miles from Davenport, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Spokane, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Spokane, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$7.47 one way
$14.94 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $7.84 | $15.67 |
| premium | $5.77 | $8.11 | $16.21 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $7.88 | $15.76 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$7
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$32–$57
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 12.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.7 | 0 | $3.75 | $1.71 |
| Efficient EV | 8.9 | 0 | $3.12 | $1.43 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14.3 | 0 | $5.00 | $2.28 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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 Wednesday
Local time
7:42 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
57m 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, WA covers 35.7 miles and takes about 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Highway, West Sunset Highway, US 2. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.9 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 $7.47 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.
This is a straightforward 57m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
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 34.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Davenport, WA to Spokane, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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