Trip from Kirkland, WA to Benton City, WA

Drive Time

3h 54m

Distance

207.3 mi

334 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

3h 42m ★

6 AM

3h 55m

8 AM

4h 20m

10 AM

4h 4m

12 PM

4h 1m

3 PM

4h 5m

5 PM

4h 19m

8 PM

3h 47m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kirkland, WA

Spencer Lee Eiseman

Benton City, WA

JOHN CALLERY

Trip Overview

Traveling from Kirkland to Benton City covers 207.3 miles and typically takes about 3 hours and 54 minutes. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it works perfectly as a straightforward day trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $44 for fuel to complete the journey. Navigating primarily via I-90, I-82, and US-97, you will transition across the state while staying within the Pacific Coast region. It is a practical, efficient route for those looking to reach their destination without unnecessary detours. Given the manageable duration, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your own schedule.

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

103.7 miles from Kirkland, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 59m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed transit, as 98% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend your time behind the wheel on major interstates, including a significant 100.5-mile stretch on I-90 that serves as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. The experience is largely an interstate grind, prioritizing speed and efficiency over secondary roads. As you shift from I-90 to I-82 and US-97, the road maintains a consistent, high-capacity feel. This is a drive built for steady cruising, allowing you to cover the 207.3-mile distance with predictable handling and minimal technical maneuvering.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 100.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 7th Avenue.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 207.3 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 7th Avenue

Turn left onto 7th Avenue

Navigation decision point

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 7th Avenue

Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

7.5 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 East: Spokane

109 mi into trip | ~2h 5m in | US 97

Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

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 I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	100.5 mi	1h 51m
I 82	58.8 mi	1h 3m
US 97	37.8 mi	42m
I 405	6 mi	7m
1st Street	0.6 mi	1m
7th Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
Babs Avenue	0.5 mi	1m
Northeast 85th Street	0.5 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 100.5 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kirkland, WA and Benton City, WA.

Start on 1st Street

399 ft · 16 sec · 1st Street

Turn left onto 7th Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · 7th Avenue

Continue on 7th Avenue

0.3 mi · 52 sec · 7th Avenue

Continue on 7th Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · 7th Avenue

Turn right onto 6th Street

449 ft · 14 sec · 6th Street

Turn left onto Northeast 85th Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast 85th Street

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Toward I 405 South: Renton Use the right lane.

Merge onto I 405

6.0 mi · 7 min · I 405

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 East: Spokane Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 90

101 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 90

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 97

38 mi · 42 min · US 97

Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12

59 mi · 1 hr 3 min · I 82; US 12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 27 sec

Toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland, Benton City

Turn left onto WA 224

356 ft · 8 sec · 1st Street

Enter roundabout onto WA 225

140 ft · 2 sec · 1st Street

Continue on WA 225

0.4 mi · 52 sec · 1st Street

Continue on WA 225

0.5 mi · 1 min · Babs Avenue

Turn slight right onto WA 225

0.4 mi · 57 sec · 9th Street

Arrive at destination

WA 225

Trip Plan

To keep your 3 hour and 54 minute drive comfortable, plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the majority of your time is spent on major interstates, keep a close watch on traffic patterns near larger hubs to avoid unnecessary delays. If you want to optimize your travel time, aim to depart early in the morning to beat the heaviest highway congestion. Given the $44 fuel estimate, it is wise to check your tank before merging onto I-90 to ensure you have enough range for the longest 100.5-mile stretch. Taking advantage of the route's inherent simplicity allows you to focus on a steady pace rather than complex navigation.

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 103.7 miles from Kirkland, WA, or about 1h 59m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.5 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 103.7 miles or 1h 59m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 12m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Benton City, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Kirkland, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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 Kirkland, WA

This is one driving day of about 207.3 miles and 3h 54m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kirkland, 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 I 90 for about 100.5 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 103.7 mi from Kirkland, WA · 1h 59m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

104 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

Monroe, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yakima, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 103.7 miles from Kirkland, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.5 miles.

Arriving in Benton City, WA

The final approach into Benton City, 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 Benton City, 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

$43.51 one way

$87.02 round trip

$5.33/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.57	$45.43	$90.87
premium	$5.77	$47.10	$94.20
diesel	$5.64	$46.05	$92.11

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 72.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	62.2	0	$21.77	$9.95
Efficient EV	51.8	0	$18.14	$8.29
EV Truck/SUV	82.9	1	$29.02	$13.27

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Kirkland, WA

Evening in Kirkland on Sunday

Local time

6:39 PM

PDT

Current temp

41°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Benton City, WA

Evening in Benton City on Sunday

Local time

6:39 PM

PDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

52°F

Monroe, WA

104 mi in

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

3 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 54m 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 Kirkland, WA to Benton City, WA covers 207.3 miles and takes about 3h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 82, US 97. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 103.7 miles from Kirkland, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.51 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 route from Kirkland, WA to Benton City, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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Trip from Kirkland, WA to Benton City, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Benton City, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Kirkland, WA

Benton City, WA

Same local time

3 degrees cooler at arrival

3h 54m on the road

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