Origin
Ephrata, WA
Night in Ephrata on Sunday
Local time
10:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ephrata, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Drive Time
2h 32m
Distance
132.3 mi
213 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$28
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 23m
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6 AM
2h 33m
8 AM
2h 53m
10 AM
2h 40m
12 PM
2h 38m
3 PM
2h 41m
5 PM
2h 52m
8 PM
2h 27m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ephrata, WA
Ahmad Shaufi
Trip Overview
Traveling from Ephrata to Spokane Valley covers 132.3 miles and typically takes about 2 hours and 32 minutes. Since this is a straightforward, highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a single-day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You should budget approximately $28 for fuel to complete the journey. The route primarily utilizes WA 17, I-90, and WA 282 to move you efficiently across the region. Because both cities are located within the Pacific Coast region, the transition is seamless and familiar. It is an ideal route for those prioritizing a direct, no-fuss connection between these two Washington hubs.
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
66.2 miles from Ephrata, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 19m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip is defined by its efficiency, with 98% of the journey spent on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on WA 17, which features the longest uninterrupted stretch of the drive at 110.3 miles. Expect a consistent, highway-focused experience that allows you to maintain steady speeds for most of the duration. As you transition between the state roads and the interstate, the character of the drive remains predictable and well-suited for long-distance cruising. It is a practical, functional commute rather than a technical or winding mountain pass, keeping your focus on the road ahead.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 17 is the longest continuous segment at about 110.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 17 and I 90. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 17.3 miles in near WA 17 / State Route 17.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Ephrata, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 2h 32m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 17.3 miles (WA 17 / State Route 17): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.3 miles (WA 17; I 90 Bus): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles (I 90; US 2; US 395): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
17.3 mi into trip
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~26m in
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WA 17 / State Route 17
Enter roundabout onto WA 17 / State Route 17
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
22.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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WA 17; I 90 Bus
Take the exit onto WA 17; I 90 Bus
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
120.6 mi into trip
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~2h 17m in
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I 90; US 2; US 395
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
4
131.9 mi into trip
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~2h 31m in
Take the exit toward WA 27
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward WA 27
4
132.3 mi into trip
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~2h 32m 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 |
|---|---|---|
| WA 17 | 110.3 mi | 2h 3m |
| I 90 | 11.3 mi | 14m |
| WA 282 | 3.9 mi | 5m |
| State Route 17 | 3.8 mi | 4m |
| Nat Washington Way | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Coulee Corridor | 1.2 mi | 1m |
| 3rd Avenue Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Pines Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
WA 17
— 110.3 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ephrata, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on 3rd Avenue Southwest
364 ft
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7 sec
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3rd Avenue Southwest
2
Continue on Nat Washington Way
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Nat Washington Way
3
Turn left onto WA 282
3.8 mi
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5 min
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WA 282
4
Turn slight right onto WA 282
0.1 mi
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24 sec
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WA 282
5
Turn straight onto WA 17
12 mi
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17 min
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WA 17
6
Enter roundabout onto WA 17
95 ft
·
1 sec
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State Route 17
7
Continue on WA 17
3.7 mi
·
4 min
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State Route 17
8
Turn left onto WA 17; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist
1.2 mi
·
1 min
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Coulee Corridor
9
Take the exit onto WA 17; I 90 Bus
98 mi
·
1 hr 45 min
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WA 17; I 90 Bus
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
11 mi
·
14 min
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I 90; US 2; US 395
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 27
12
Turn left onto WA 27
148 ft
·
11 sec
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North Pines Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Arrive at destination
WA 27
Trip Plan
To keep your travel stress-free, aim to complete the drive in one go, as the 2-hour and 32-minute duration is quite manageable. You only need to plan for one major stop to break up the 132.3-mile distance, which provides plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Since the route is heavily reliant on major highways, keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Ephrata to ensure you stay within your $28 budget. Leaving during off-peak hours will help you navigate the highway sections more smoothly. Remember that because this is a highway-heavy route, staying alert during the long 110.3-mile stretch on WA 17 is the most important part of your planning.
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 66.2 miles from Ephrata, WA, or about 1h 19m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 110.3 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 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 66.2 miles or 1h 19m 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 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 Ephrata, 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 Ephrata, WA
This is one driving day of about 132.3 miles and 2h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ephrata, 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 WA 17 for about 110.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 66.2 mi from Ephrata, WA · 1h 19m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
66 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 66.2 miles from Ephrata, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WA 17 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 110.3 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.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$27.77 one way
$55.53 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
46 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $29.00 | $57.99 |
| premium | $5.77 | $30.06 | $60.12 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $29.39 | $58.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$28
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$53–$78
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 46.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 39.7 | 0 | $13.89 | $6.35 |
| Efficient EV | 33.1 | 0 | $11.58 | $5.29 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 52.9 | 0 | $18.52 | $8.47 |
Gas CO2
46 kg
EV CO2
15 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
Night in Spokane Valley on Sunday
Local time
10:25 PM
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
1 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 32m 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 Ephrata, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 132.3 miles and takes about 2h 32m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 17, I 90, WA 282. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.2 miles from Ephrata, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.77 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.
The drive from Ephrata, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 2h 32m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 17.3 miles (WA 17 / State Route 17): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 22.3 miles (WA 17; I 90 Bus): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 120.6 miles (I 90; US 2; US 395): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Ephrata, WA to Spokane Valley, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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