Origin
Orchards, WA
Morning in Orchards on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Orchards, WA to Fisher, WA
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Drive Time
12m
Distance
7.9 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
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Trip Overview
This short 7.9-mile trip from Orchards, WA to Fisher, WA takes about 12 minutes to complete, making it an ideal quick drive. Primarily utilizing I 205, Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway, and WA 500, this route offers a mixed driving experience. With a fuel cost estimated at just $2, it's an economical option for local travel within the Pacific Coast region. Since there are no suggested stops and the drive is so brief, it's perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, allowing for plenty of flexibility in your schedule.
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
4 miles from Orchards, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 40% of it on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 2.6 miles along I 205, offering a chance for some steady driving. The road conditions will vary, transitioning between faster highway segments and potentially more local road driving as you approach your destination. This dynamic profile means you'll experience different driving sensations throughout the short journey.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 205 is the longest continuous segment at about 2.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 7.9 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 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 pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Take the exit toward I 205 South: Salem
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
6
1.5 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
8
4.7 mi into trip
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~7m in
Take the exit toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
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 27
Toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
7
4.9 mi into trip
|
~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 14 East: Camas
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward WA 14 East: Camas
7
7.3 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward Southeast 164th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 8
Toward Southeast 164th Avenue
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 Orchards, WA to Fisher, WA, road signs begin pointing toward City Center along the way.
City Center
4.7 mi in
|
~7m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 205 | 2.6 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway | 1.6 mi | 1m |
| WA 500 | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Gher Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Covington Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 164th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Evergreen Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast Rosewood Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 205
— 2.6 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Orchards, WA and Fisher, WA.
1
Start on this road
125 ft
·
11 sec
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this road
2
Turn right onto Northeast 109th Avenue
44 ft
·
8 sec
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Northeast 109th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Northeast Rosewood Avenue
236 ft
·
14 sec
·
Northeast Rosewood Avenue
4
Turn left onto Northeast Covington Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Northeast Covington Road
5
Continue on Northeast Gher Road
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
Northeast Gher Road
6
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward WA 500 West
7
Merge onto WA 500
0.5 mi
·
43 sec
·
WA 500
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 205 South: Salem
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
56 sec
Use the straight lane.
10
Merge onto I 205
2.6 mi
·
3 min
·
I 205
Use the straight lane.
11
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Exit 27
Toward WA 14: Camas, City Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Toward WA 14 East: Camas
Use the slight left lane.
13
Merge onto WA 14
1.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
14
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
1 min
Exit 8
Toward Southeast 164th Avenue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Southeast 164th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Southeast 164th Avenue
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right onto Southeast Evergreen Highway
257 ft
·
5 sec
·
Southeast Evergreen Highway
17
Arrive at destination
Southeast Evergreen Highway
Trip Plan
Given the minimal 12-minute duration and 7.9-mile distance, this route offers significant flexibility. You won't need to worry about long stretches without services, and the $2 fuel cost is negligible. Consider leaving mid-morning to avoid any potential rush hour traffic on I 205, though it's unlikely to be a major factor for such a short distance. The main advice is to simply enjoy the ease of this quick local trip and be aware of the transition from highway to local roads as you near Fisher.
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 4 miles from Orchards, WA, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.6 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 7.9 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fisher, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Orchards, 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 Orchards, WA
This is one driving day of about 7.9 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Orchards, 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 I 205 for about 2.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4 mi from Orchards, WA · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.9 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4 miles from Orchards, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fisher, WA
The final approach into Fisher, 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 Fisher, 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
$1.65 one way
$3.31 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $1.73 | $3.47 |
| premium | $5.77 | $1.79 | $3.59 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.74 | $3.49 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.83 | $0.38 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.69 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.11 | $0.51 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Fisher, WA
Morning in Fisher on Wednesday
Local time
11:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
49°F
Vancouver, WA
4 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
15 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
12m 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 Orchards, WA to Fisher, WA covers 7.9 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 205, Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway, WA 500. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4 miles from Orchards, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.65 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.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 7.9 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 1.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 4.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Orchards, WA to Fisher, WA, road signs begin pointing toward City Center along the way.
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