Origin
Granite Falls, WA
Morning in Granite Falls on Friday
Local time
10:15 AM
PDT
Current temp
71°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
171.9 mi
277 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 4m
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6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 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
The drive from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 171.9 miles and takes about 3h 15m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on South Lakeshore Road, West Webster Avenue, Saunders Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $35.98 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
86 miles from Granite Falls, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 37m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 171.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h 15m drive with frequent turns across 171.9 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 35 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
South Lakeshore Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 3h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| South Lakeshore Road | — | — |
| West Webster Avenue | — | — |
| Saunders Street | — | — |
| East Woodin Avenue | — | — |
| SR 150 | — | — |
| State Route 150 | — | — |
| McNeil Canyon Road | — | — |
| Road 14 Northwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
South Lakeshore Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Granite Falls, WA and Spokane Valley, WA.
1
Start on Lake Street
0.1 mi
·
42 sec
·
Lake Street
2
Turn sharp left onto South Lakeshore Road
7.2 mi
·
13 min
·
South Lakeshore Road
3
At the end of the road, turn left
3.2 mi
·
6 min
4
Turn straight onto West Webster Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Webster Avenue
5
Continue on Saunders Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
Saunders Street
6
Turn right onto East Woodin Avenue
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
East Woodin Avenue
7
Turn right onto SR 150 "Y" Access Highway
374 ft
·
8 sec
·
SR 150 "Y" Access Highway
8
Continue on State Route 150
2.9 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 150
9
At the end of the road, turn right
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
10
Turn left onto McNeil Canyon Road
11 mi
·
27 min
·
McNeil Canyon Road
11
At the end of the road, turn right onto Road 14 Northwest
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
·
Road 14 Northwest
12
Continue on Road C Northwest
14 mi
·
20 min
·
Road C Northwest
13
Turn left onto Sunset Highway
25 mi
·
28 min
·
Sunset Highway
14
Continue on Coulee Corridor / Sunset Highway
4.2 mi
·
6 min
·
Coulee Corridor / Sunset Highway
15
Turn slight right onto Sunset Highway
28 mi
·
35 min
·
Sunset Highway
16
Continue on West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
West Main Avenue
17
Continue on Northwest Main Avenue
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Northwest Main Avenue
18
Continue on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
East Main Street
19
Continue on East Main Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Avenue
20
Continue on Sunset Highway
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Sunset Highway
21
Continue on West Watson Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Watson Street
22
Continue on Sunset Highway
20 mi
·
24 min
·
Sunset Highway
23
Continue on Morgan Street
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Morgan Street
24
Continue on Sunset Highway
12 mi
·
15 min
·
Sunset Highway
25
Continue on West Broadway Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Broadway Avenue
26
Continue on Sunset Highway
13 mi
·
18 min
·
Sunset Highway
27
Keep slight right to continue on West Sunset Highway
1.8 mi
·
4 min
·
West Sunset Highway
28
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Sunset Highway
95 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
29
Exit the roundabout onto West Sunset Highway
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
West Sunset Highway
30
Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward West Sunset Highway
98 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
31
Exit the rotary onto West Sunset Highway
2.0 mi
·
3 min
·
West Sunset Highway
32
Turn straight
13 mi
·
17 min
33
Take the exit slight right toward WA 27
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
WA 27
34
Turn left onto North Pines Road
148 ft
·
11 sec
·
North Pines Road
35
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 86 miles from Granite Falls, WA, or about 1h 37m into the drive.
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 38 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 86 miles or 1h 37m 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 40m
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 Granite Falls, 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 Granite Falls, WA
This is one driving day of about 171.9 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 38 miles from Granite Falls, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 86 mi from Granite Falls, WA · 1h 37m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
86 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 38 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 86 miles from Granite Falls, 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
$35.98 one way
$71.95 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
60 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $37.73 | $75.46 |
| premium | $5.77 | $39.04 | $78.07 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.95 | $75.91 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 60.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 51.6 | 0 | $18.05 | $8.25 |
| Efficient EV | 43 | 0 | $15.04 | $6.88 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 68.8 | 0 | $24.07 | $11.00 |
Gas CO2
60 kg
EV CO2
20 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
Morning in Spokane Valley on Friday
Local time
10:15 AM
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
26 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
3h 15m 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 Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA covers 171.9 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are South Lakeshore Road, West Webster Avenue, Saunders Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 86 miles from Granite Falls, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $35.98 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is easy. At 3h 15m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Granite Falls, WA to Spokane Valley, 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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