Origin
Kennewick, WA
Afternoon in Kennewick on Thursday
Local time
4:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kennewick, WA to Airway Heights, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
2h 35m
Distance
137.2 mi
221 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$29
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 25m
★
6 AM
2h 36m
8 AM
2h 57m
10 AM
2h 43m
12 PM
2h 41m
3 PM
2h 44m
5 PM
2h 56m
8 PM
2h 30m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kennewick, WA
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Airway Heights, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Kennewick, WA to Airway Heights, WA covers 137.2 miles and takes about 2h 35m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 395, Lewis and Clark Trail, South Hayford Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 125.6 miles on US 395. At current regular gas prices, budget about $28.71 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
68.6 miles from Kennewick, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 17m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 35m. Total distance: 137.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 35m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 2h 35m highway drive covering 137.2 miles, with most of the trip on US 395 and Lewis and Clark Trail. The longest continuous stretch is about 125.6 miles on US 395.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 395 is the longest continuous segment at about 125.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 395 and Lewis and Clark Trail. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 5.8 miles in near US 395.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.2 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
5.8 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 395
Take the exit onto US 395 toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Stree...
6
6 mi into trip
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~9m in
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US 395
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 toward US 395
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward US 395
7
6.2 mi into trip
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~10m in
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US 395
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 toward US 395 North: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward US 395 North: Spokane
5
131.6 mi into trip
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~2h 25m in
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WA 902 / West Aero Road
Enter roundabout onto WA 902 / West Aero Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
131.9 mi into trip
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~2h 26m in
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WA 902 / West Aero Road
Enter roundabout onto WA 902 / West Aero Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 395 | 125.6 mi | 2h 15m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | 4.6 mi | 6m |
| South Hayford Road | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| West Sunset Highway | 1.5 mi | 2m |
| West Kennewick Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Aero Road | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North Yelm Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| West Geiger Boulevard | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 395
— 125.6 mi, about 2h 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kennewick, WA and Airway Heights, WA.
1
Start on North Newport Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
North Newport Street
2
Turn right onto West Kennewick Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
West Kennewick Avenue
3
Turn right onto North Yelm Street
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
·
North Yelm Street
4
Turn right onto US 395
4.6 mi
·
6 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Take the exit onto US 395
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
US 395
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto US 395
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
US 395
Toward US 395
7
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
125 mi
·
2 hr 14 min
·
US 395
Toward US 395 North: Spokane
Use the slight right lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward SR 902 West: Medical Lake
9
Enter roundabout onto WA 902
283 ft
·
5 sec
·
West Aero Road
10
Continue on WA 902
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
·
West Aero Road
11
Enter roundabout onto WA 902
100 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Aero Road
12
Continue on WA 902
411 ft
·
8 sec
·
West Aero Road
13
Enter roundabout onto West Geiger Boulevard
27 ft
·
0 sec
·
West Geiger Boulevard
14
Continue on West Geiger Boulevard
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
West Geiger Boulevard
15
Turn left onto South Hayford Road
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
South Hayford Road
16
Turn straight
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
Toward 2: West Sunset Highway
17
Turn left onto US 2
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
18
Enter roundabout onto West Sunset Highway
118 ft
·
2 sec
·
West Sunset Highway
19
Continue on West Sunset Highway
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
West Sunset Highway
20
Turn right onto South Lundstrom Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
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South Lundstrom Street
21
Turn left onto West 12th Avenue
42 ft
·
1 sec
·
West 12th Avenue
22
Arrive at destination
West 12th Avenue
Trip Plan
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 68.6 miles from Kennewick, WA, or about 1h 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 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 30 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 68.6 miles or 1h 17m 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 Airway Heights, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Kennewick, 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.
+
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 Kennewick, WA
This is one driving day of about 137.2 miles and 2h 35m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 miles from Kennewick, 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 US 395 for about 125.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 68.6 mi from Kennewick, WA · 1h 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
69 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 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 68.6 miles from Kennewick, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 395 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.
Arriving in Airway Heights, WA
The final approach into Airway Heights, 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 Airway Heights, 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
$28.71 one way
$57.43 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
48 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $30.11 | $60.23 |
| premium | $5.77 | $31.16 | $62.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $30.29 | $60.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$29
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$54–$79
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 48 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 41.2 | 0 | $14.41 | $6.59 |
| Efficient EV | 34.3 | 0 | $12.00 | $5.49 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 54.9 | 0 | $19.21 | $8.78 |
Gas CO2
48 kg
EV CO2
16 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
Airway Heights, WA
Afternoon in Airway Heights on Thursday
Local time
4:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°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
7 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 35m 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 Kennewick, WA to Airway Heights, WA covers 137.2 miles and takes about 2h 35m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 395, Lewis and Clark Trail, South Hayford Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 68.6 miles from Kennewick, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $28.71 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 137.2 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 5.8 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 6.2 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Kennewick, WA to Airway Heights, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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