Origin
Moses Lake, WA
Evening in Moses Lake on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA
Drive Time
1h 54m
Distance
101.7 mi
164 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$21
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 46m
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6 AM
1h 54m
8 AM
2h 11m
10 AM
2h 0m
12 PM
1h 58m
3 PM
2h 1m
5 PM
2h 10m
8 PM
1h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Moses Lake, WA
Tom Fisk
Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Moses Lake to Yakima, you are looking at a straightforward 101.7-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 54 minutes. This trip is perfectly suited for a single-day excursion, as it is short enough to complete without needing an overnight stay. You should budget approximately $21 for fuel to cover the distance, which remains entirely within the Pacific Coast region of Washington. Because the route is highly efficient, it serves as a reliable connection between these two cities. Whether you are commuting or heading out for a quick change of scenery, this highway-focused drive offers a predictable and practical travel experience.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
50.8 miles from Moses Lake, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 56m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a drive defined by efficiency, as 94% of your time will be spent on highways like WA 171 and I-82. You will settle into a steady rhythm quickly, with the longest uninterrupted stretch covering 65.3 miles on WA 171. The route keeps you moving at a consistent pace rather than forcing you to navigate complex local roads or frequent turns. While the transition from West Broadway Avenue onto the larger highway system is simple, the character of the road remains consistent throughout the journey. It is a no-nonsense, highway-focused drive that prioritizes speed and directness over technical challenges.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
WA 171 is the longest continuous segment at about 65.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 171 and I 82. Navigation is very simple — set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist / West Broadway Avenue.
Route Complexity
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA is easy. At 1h 54m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist / West Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (WA 171; I 90 Bus): Navigation decision point; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 6 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist / West Broadway Avenue
At end of road, turn left onto WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist / West Broadway Avenue
Navigation decision point
3
2.8 mi into trip
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~4m in
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WA 171; I 90 Bus
Take the ramp onto WA 171; I 90 Bus
Navigation decision point
5
68 mi into trip
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~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
5
99.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Take the exit toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
5
99.7 mi into trip
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~1h 49m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 171 | 65.3 mi | 1h 10m |
| I 82 | 30.2 mi | 32m |
| West Broadway Avenue | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| North 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Selah Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Division Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Longest stretch:
WA 171
— 65.3 mi, about 1h 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moses Lake, WA and Yakima, WA.
1
Start on South Division Street
395 ft
·
16 sec
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South Division Street
2
At end of road, turn left onto WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
West Broadway Avenue
3
Take the ramp onto WA 171; I 90 Bus
65 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
WA 171; I 90 Bus
4
Take the exit
1.4 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
5
Merge onto I 82; US 97
30 mi
·
32 min
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I 82; US 97
6
Take the exit
314 ft
·
4 sec
Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
26 sec
8
Continue on WA 823
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
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Selah Road
9
Continue on North 1st Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
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North 1st Street
10
Arrive at destination
South 1st Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a relatively short trip under two hours, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for major stops, but keeping an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Moses Lake is a smart move to ensure you stay within your $21 estimate. Because the majority of your time is spent on I-82 and WA 171, keep your focus on highway traffic patterns rather than local navigation. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, consider leaving mid-morning to avoid the busiest commuting windows. The most important tip for this specific drive is to prepare for the long, 65.3-mile stretch on WA 171 by ensuring you have your music or podcasts queued up before you merge onto the highway.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 50.8 miles from Moses Lake, WA, or about 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 65.3 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 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 50.8 miles or 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Yakima, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Moses Lake, 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 Moses Lake, WA
This is one driving day of about 101.7 miles and 1h 54m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Moses Lake, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on WA 171 for about 65.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 50.8 mi from Moses Lake, WA · 56m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
51 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 50.8 miles from Moses Lake, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WA 171 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 65.3 miles.
Arriving in Yakima, WA
The final approach into Yakima, 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 Yakima, 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
$21.34 one way
$42.69 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
36 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $22.29 | $44.58 |
| premium | $5.77 | $23.11 | $46.21 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $22.59 | $45.19 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$21
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$46–$71
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 35.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $11 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 30.5 | 0 | $10.68 | $4.88 |
| Efficient EV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.90 | $4.07 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 40.7 | 0 | $14.24 | $6.51 |
Gas CO2
36 kg
EV CO2
12 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
Yakima, WA
Evening in Yakima on Sunday
Local time
6:08 PM
PDT
Current temp
34°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
33°F
Waterville, WA
51 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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
1h 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 Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA covers 101.7 miles and takes about 1h 54m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are WA 171, I 82, West Broadway Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 50.8 miles from Moses Lake, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $21.34 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.
The drive from Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA is easy. At 1h 54m with 94% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (WA 171; I 90 Bus; US 10 Hist / West Broadway Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 2.8 miles (WA 171; I 90 Bus): Navigation decision point; at 68 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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