Origin
Mount Vista, WA
Morning in Mount Vista on Friday
Local time
10:09 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
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Trip from Mount Vista, WA to Pasco, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 23m
Distance
225.7 mi
363 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$47
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 10m
★
6 AM
4h 24m
8 AM
4h 50m
10 AM
4h 33m
12 PM
4h 30m
3 PM
4h 34m
5 PM
4h 49m
8 PM
4h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Mount Vista, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Pasco, WA
nicholas hatherly
Trip Overview
This 225.7-mile drive from Mount Vista, WA, to Pasco, WA, will take approximately 4 hours and 23 minutes. Designed as a single-day trip, it covers ground primarily on the Columbia River Highway, McNary Highway, and Old Oregon Trail Highway. With an estimated fuel cost of $47, this route offers a practical journey through the Pacific Coast region. You'll experience a more involved, turn-heavy local drive rather than a simple interstate cruise, making it an engaging option for a day excursion.
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
112.9 miles from Mount Vista, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 12m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 23m. Total distance: 225.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 'turn-heavy local drive' profile for this 225.7-mile journey, with only a 5% highway share. The majority of your time will be spent on local roads, including the longest uninterrupted stretch of 158.1 miles on the Columbia River Highway. This suggests a drive with frequent changes in direction and potentially varied speed limits, rather than a high-speed, straight-line transit. The road character will likely shift as you navigate between these named local routes, requiring your consistent attention.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Columbia River Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 158.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in near Northeast 72nd Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
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 225.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.7 miles (Northeast 72nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 205): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.7 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Northeast 72nd Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 72nd Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
5.7 mi into trip
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~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 205 South: Salem
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
5
6.2 mi into trip
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~11m in
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I 205
Merge onto I 205
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
16 mi into trip
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~24m in
Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
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 22
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
6
217.1 mi into trip
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~4h 8m in
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US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Lewis and Clark Trail Highway toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco,...
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Mount Vista, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Umatilla along the way.
Umatilla
186.4 mi in
|
~3h 34m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Columbia River Highway | 158.1 mi | 2h 55m |
| McNary Highway | 29.9 mi | 33m |
| Old Oregon Trail Highway | 11.4 mi | 12m |
| I 205 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| Northeast 72nd Avenue | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail Highway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Northeast 159th Street | 1.7 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
Columbia River Highway
— 158.1 mi, about 2h 55m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mount Vista, WA and Pasco, WA.
1
Start on Northeast Sam Smith Drive
208 ft
·
9 sec
·
Northeast Sam Smith Drive
2
Turn right onto Northeast 159th Street
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Northeast 159th Street
3
Turn right onto Northeast 72nd Avenue
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
Northeast 72nd Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Continue on Northeast Andresen Road
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
·
Northeast Andresen Road
5
Turn left onto Northeast Padden Parkway
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Northeast Padden Parkway
Use the left lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 205 South: Salem
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 205
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 22
Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on I 84; US 30
158 mi
·
2 hr 55 min
·
Columbia River Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on I 84; US 30
11 mi
·
12 min
·
Old Oregon Trail Highway
11
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
12
Continue on I 82
30 mi
·
33 min
·
McNary Highway
13
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Toward US 395 north to I‑182: Kennewick, Pasco, Spokane
14
Continue on US 395
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
South US 395
15
Continue on US 395
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Court Street
17
Turn right onto West Court Street
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
West Court Street
18
Turn right onto North 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North 8th Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
North 8th Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour 23-minute duration, this route is best tackled as a single-day trip, allowing for flexibility with your departure time. Consider an early start to maximize daylight and minimize potential traffic, especially on the local road segments. With only one planned stop and a longest stretch of 158.1 miles, be sure to fuel up before you leave Mount Vista, WA, as opportunities might be less frequent than on a major interstate. Budgeting around $47 for fuel should cover the 225.7 miles.
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 112.9 miles from Mount Vista, WA, or about 2h 12m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 158.1 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 50 miles or 1h 2m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 112.9 miles or 2h 12m 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 32m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Pasco, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mount Vista, 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 Mount Vista, WA
This is one driving day of about 225.7 miles and 4h 23m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Mount Vista, 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 Columbia River Highway for about 158.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 112.9 mi from Mount Vista, WA · 2h 12m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
113 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 112.9 miles from Mount Vista, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Columbia River Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 158.1 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
$47.24 one way
$94.47 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
79 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $49.54 | $99.08 |
| premium | $5.77 | $51.25 | $102.51 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $49.83 | $99.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$47
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$72–$97
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 79 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 67.7 | 0 | $23.70 | $10.83 |
| Efficient EV | 56.4 | 0 | $19.75 | $9.03 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.3 | 1 | $31.60 | $14.44 |
Gas CO2
79 kg
EV CO2
26 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.
Destination
Pasco, WA
Morning in Pasco on Friday
Local time
10:09 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
26 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 23m 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 Mount Vista, WA to Pasco, WA covers 225.7 miles and takes about 4h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Columbia River Highway, McNary Highway, Old Oregon Trail Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 112.9 miles from Mount Vista, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.24 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 225.7 miles you will encounter 11 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 1.7 miles (Northeast 72nd Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 5.7 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 6.2 miles (I 205): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mount Vista, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Umatilla along the way.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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