Trip from Lake Stevens, WA to Pasco, WA

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Drive Time

4h 55m

Distance

251.8 mi

405 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 42m ★

6 AM

4h 55m

8 AM

5h 22m

10 AM

5h 5m

12 PM

5h 2m

3 PM

5h 6m

5 PM

5h 21m

8 PM

4h 47m

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

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Lake Stevens, WA

JOHN CALLERY

Pasco, WA

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Trip Overview

This 251.8-mile drive from Lake Stevens, WA to Pasco, WA will take you approximately 4 hours and 55 minutes, making it a manageable one-day trip. With 97% of the journey on highways, you'll spend most of your time on I-90, I-82, and US-97. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $53. This is a highway-focused drive that efficiently connects two points within Washington state. You'll experience a straightforward journey, ideal for those prioritizing direct travel. Plan for one primary stop along the way.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

125.9 miles from Lake Stevens, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 35m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 97% of the 251.8 miles on major interstates and highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 100.5 miles on I-90, offering a solid block of consistent driving. This route is characterized by its efficiency, moving you directly across the state. While not overtly scenic in a winding, mountain-pass sort of way, the expansive views typical of highway travel will be present. The transition between I-90, I-82, and US-97 is seamless, maintaining a steady pace throughout the 4-hour and 55-minute duration.

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

There are about 24 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 32.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 251.8 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 32.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 33.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 134.2 miles (US 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

32.7 mi into trip | ~50m 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

33.2 mi into trip | ~52m 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

134.2 mi into trip | ~2h 44m 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

236.2 mi into trip | ~4h 36m in | US 12

Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco

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. Exit 102 Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco

250.6 mi into trip | ~4h 52m in

Take the exit toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 13 Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Lake Stevens, WA and Pasco, WA, road signs point toward Seattle and I‑182 East.

Seattle

32.7 mi in | ~50m

I‑182 East

236.2 mi in | ~4h 36m | via US 12

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	100.5 mi	1h 51m
I 82	64.1 mi	1h 8m
US 97	37.8 mi	42m
US 12	14.5 mi	15m
State Route 9	13.7 mi	21m
I 405	11.6 mi	14m
State Route 522	2.3 mi	2m
South Lake Stevens Road	1.6 mi	3m

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Lake Stevens, WA and Pasco, WA.

Start on Main Street

0.2 mi · 46 sec · Main Street

Turn right onto East Lakeshore Drive

0.8 mi · 2 min · East Lakeshore Drive

Continue on East Lake Stevens Road

1.4 mi · 4 min · East Lake Stevens Road

At end of road, turn right onto South Lake Stevens Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · South Lake Stevens Road

Enter roundabout onto State Route 9

190 ft · 3 sec · State Route 9

Continue on State Route 9

2.8 mi · 4 min · State Route 9

Use the straight lane.

Enter roundabout onto WA 9

123 ft · 2 sec · State Route 9

Continue on WA 9

5.2 mi · 7 min · State Route 9

Continue on WA 9

5.6 mi · 9 min · State Route 9

Use the left / uturn lanes.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward WA 522 West: Seattle

Merge onto WA 522

2.3 mi · 2 min · State Route 522

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 58 sec

Toward I 405 South: Bellevue Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn slight left onto I 405

12 mi · 14 min · I 405

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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 straight / slight right lanes.

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

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 82; US 12

Take the exit onto US 12

14 mi · 15 min · US 12

Exit 102 Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 24 sec

Exit 13 Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn straight onto North 4th Avenue

0.6 mi · 1 min · North 4th Avenue

Turn right onto Court Street

0.3 mi · 42 sec · Court Street

Turn left onto North 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 28 sec · North 8th Avenue

Arrive at destination

North 8th Avenue

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 4-hour and 55-minute drive, consider an early morning departure from Lake Stevens to avoid any potential traffic. With a single recommended stop and a longest stretch of 100.5 miles on I-90, pacing yourself is key. Break up the drive with a planned stop around the halfway point to refuel and stretch your legs. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially as you transition onto US-97. The $53 fuel cost is an estimate, so always factor in a buffer. Given the relatively short duration, this route offers flexibility for spontaneous short breaks if needed.

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 125.9 miles from Lake Stevens, WA, or about 2h 35m 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 44m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 125.9 miles or 2h 35m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 4m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Lake Stevens, 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 Lake Stevens, WA

This is one driving day of about 251.8 miles and 4h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lake Stevens, 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 125.9 mi from Lake Stevens, WA · 2h 35m into the drive

city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

126 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 125.9 miles from Lake Stevens, 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 Pasco, WA

The final approach into Pasco, 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 Pasco, 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

$52.70 one way

$105.40 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$55.27	$110.53
premium	$5.77	$57.18	$114.36
diesel	$5.61	$55.59	$111.19

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 88.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	75.5	0	$26.44	$12.09
Efficient EV	63	0	$22.03	$10.07
EV Truck/SUV	100.7	1	$35.25	$16.12

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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 5 days ago

Origin

Lake Stevens, WA

Late night in Lake Stevens on Wednesday

Local time

4:11 AM

PDT

Current temp

37°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pasco, WA

Late night in Pasco on Wednesday

Local time

4:11 AM

PDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Monroe, WA

126 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

30 degrees warmer at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 55m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Lake Stevens, WA to Pasco, WA covers 251.8 miles and takes about 4h 55m 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 125.9 miles from Lake Stevens, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $52.70 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Lake Stevens, WA and Pasco, WA, road signs point toward Seattle and I‑182 East.

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Trip from Lake Stevens, WA to Pasco, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Pasco, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Lake Stevens, WA

Pasco, WA

Same local time

30 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 55m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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