Drive Time
7h 1m
Distance
366.8 mi
590 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$77
one way
Photo: William Jacobs
The drive from Longview, WA to Spokane, WA covers 366.8 miles and takes about 7h 1m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 90, US 12, I 82 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 168.1 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $76.98 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
2 planned breaks
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
183.4 miles from Longview, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 41m into the drive .
This is a 7h 1m highway drive covering 366.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and US 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 168.1 miles on I 90.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 12. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 16th Avenue.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 366.8 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: near the start (16th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 29.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 165.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Enter roundabout onto 16th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Take the exit toward US 12 East: Morton, Yakima
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Take the exit toward I 82 West, US 97 North: Selah, Ellensburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 East: Vantage, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Between Longview, WA and Spokane, WA, road signs point toward Yakima and Ellensburg.
Yakima
Ellensburg
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 168.1 mi | 3h |
| US 12 | 135.8 mi | 2h 45m |
| I 82 | 30.3 mi | 32m |
| I 5 | 27.1 mi | 29m |
| Washington Way | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| North Kelso Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Cowlitz Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Longview, WA and Spokane, WA.
Start on Olympia Way
Enter roundabout onto 16th Avenue
Continue on 16th Avenue
Continue on Washington Way
Continue on WA 4
Turn left onto North Pacific Avenue
Continue on North Kelso Avenue
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Turn right onto US 12
Continue on US 12
Take the exit
Turn straight onto WA 823
Take the ramp
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 82; US 97
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 90
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
Take the exit
Continue on West 5th Avenue
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
Continue on West 4th Avenue
Continue on West 4th Avenue
Continue on South Lincoln Street
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
Turn right
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
Arrive at destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 81 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.4 miles or 3h 41m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 53m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Longview, 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.
Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Longview, WA
This is one driving day of about 366.8 miles and 7h 1m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.4 mi from Longview, WA · 3h 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
183 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.
A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 183.4 miles from Longview, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 168.1 miles.
The final approach into Spokane, 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, 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.
Regular Gas
$76.98 one way
$153.97 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $80.39 | $160.79 |
| premium | $5.77 | $83.34 | $166.68 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.49 | $162.98 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$77
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110 | 1 | $38.51 | $17.61 |
| Efficient EV | 91.7 | 1 | $32.10 | $14.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 146.7 | 1 | $51.35 | $23.48 |
Gas CO2
128 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (66% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Late night in Longview on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Late night in Spokane on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
34°F
Yakima, WA
183 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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