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Trip from Pasco, WA to Airway Heights, WA

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

2h 29m

Distance

132.8 mi

214 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$28

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

18 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 30 min
4 AM
2h 20m ★
6 AM
2h 30m
8 AM
2h 50m
10 AM
2h 37m
12 PM
2h 35m
3 PM
2h 38m
5 PM
2h 49m
8 PM
2h 24m

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

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Downtown Pasco, WA, WA

Pasco, WA

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Downtown Airway Heights, WA, WA

Airway Heights, WA

JOHN CALLERY

Trip Overview

The drive from Pasco, WA to Airway Heights, WA covers 132.8 miles and takes about 2h 29m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on US 395, South Hayford Road, West Sunset Highway for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 125.6 miles on US 395. At current regular gas prices, budget about $27.79 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

66.4 miles from Pasco, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 13m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 29m. Total distance: 132.8 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 29m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

This is a 2h 29m highway drive covering 132.8 miles, with most of the trip on US 395 and South Hayford Road. The longest continuous stretch is about 125.6 miles on US 395.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 395 is the longest continuous segment at about 125.6 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 395 and South Hayford Road. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Court Street.

Driving Effort 4/10

Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Court Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 15 key points

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

6
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Court Street

At end of road, turn right onto West Court Street

Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch

8
1.4 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 395

Take the exit onto US 395 toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley

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 US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Stree...
6
1.6 mi into trip | ~3m in | US 395

Keep slight left at fork onto US 395 toward US 395

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward US 395
7
1.8 mi into trip | ~4m in | US 395

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 toward US 395 North: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward US 395 North: Spokane
5
127.3 mi into trip | ~2h 19m in | WA 902 / West Aero Road

Enter roundabout onto WA 902 / West Aero Road

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
US 395 125.6 mi 2h 15m
South Hayford Road 3.3 mi 5m
West Sunset Highway 1.5 mi 2m
North 4th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
West Aero Road 0.4 mi <1m
Lewis and Clark Trail 0.3 mi <1m
West Court Street 0.3 mi <1m
West Geiger Boulevard 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: US 395 — 125.6 mi, about 2h 15m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pasco, WA and Airway Heights, WA.

1

Start on North 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 32 sec · North 8th Avenue
2

At end of road, turn right onto West Court Street

0.3 mi · 44 sec · West Court Street
3

Turn left onto North 4th Avenue

0.5 mi · 1 min · North 4th Avenue
4

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
5

Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395

0.3 mi · 21 sec · Lewis and Clark Trail
6

Take the exit onto US 395

0.2 mi · 21 sec · US 395
Toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Keep slight left at fork onto US 395

0.3 mi · 34 sec · US 395
Toward US 395
8

Keep slight right at fork onto US 395

125 mi · 2 hr 14 min · US 395
Toward US 395 North: Spokane Use the slight right lane.
9

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward SR 902 West: Medical Lake
10

Enter roundabout onto WA 902

283 ft · 5 sec · West Aero Road
11

Continue on WA 902

0.2 mi · 26 sec · West Aero Road
12

Enter roundabout onto WA 902

100 ft · 2 sec · West Aero Road
13

Continue on WA 902

411 ft · 8 sec · West Aero Road
14

Enter roundabout onto West Geiger Boulevard

27 ft · 0 sec · West Geiger Boulevard
15

Continue on West Geiger Boulevard

0.2 mi · 23 sec · West Geiger Boulevard
16

Turn left onto South Hayford Road

3.3 mi · 5 min · South Hayford Road
17

Turn straight

0.1 mi · 12 sec
Toward 2: West Sunset Highway
18

Turn left onto US 2

0.5 mi · 56 sec · West Sunset Highway
19

Enter roundabout onto West Sunset Highway

118 ft · 2 sec · West Sunset Highway
20

Continue on West Sunset Highway

1.0 mi · 1 min · West Sunset Highway
21

Turn right onto South Lundstrom Street

0.1 mi · 31 sec · South Lundstrom Street
22

Turn left onto West 12th Avenue

42 ft · 1 sec · West 12th Avenue
23

Arrive at destination

West 12th Avenue

Trip Plan

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 66.4 miles from Pasco, WA, or about 1h 13m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 125.6 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 29 miles or 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 66.4 miles or 1h 13m 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 59m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Pasco, 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 Pasco, WA

This is one driving day of about 132.8 miles and 2h 29m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 29 miles from Pasco, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on US 395 for about 125.6 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 66.4 mi from Pasco, WA · 1h 13m into the drive

small city, county seat of Adams County, Washington, USA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Ritzville, WA

66 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

Warden, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 29 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Ritzville, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 66.4 miles from Pasco, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before US 395 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 125.6 miles.

Arriving in Airway Heights, WA

The final approach into Airway Heights, 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 Airway Heights, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Desert Heat Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Pasco, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Hours: Closed

+15093164671

Visit website

Red Mountain Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kennewick, Washington

2.3 mi

Desert Heat Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Pasco, Washington

Hours: Closed

+15093164671

Visit website

Red Mountain Kitchen

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15094301438

Visit website

Hill's Restaurant & Lounge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15097836713

Visit website

Casa Mia Kennewick Italian Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.4 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15095820440

Visit website

Double Dragon Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9:30 pm

+15097378833

Visit website

Carl's Jr.

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15093745222

Visit website

Denny's Restaurant

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15097357377

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 132.8

Airway Heights, Washington

+31880109500

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 132.8

Spokane, Washington

+15092445866

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 132.8

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 132.8

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 123.4

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

OpConnect Charging Station

Near the end, short detour

1.3 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 132.8

Airway Heights, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18558859571

Visit website

Shell Recharge Charging Station

3.0 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.7 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 123.4

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+31880109500

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.0 ★ ★ ☆ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 132.8

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

Playground Of Dreams

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–10 pm

+15095854293

Visit website

Museum at Keewaydin

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Kennewick, Washington

Hours: 12–4:30 pm

+15095827704

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$27.79 one way

$55.59 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 47 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $29.15 $58.30
premium $5.77 $30.16 $60.31
diesel $5.61 $29.32 $58.64

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$28

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$53–$78

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 46.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

18 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

EV Connect Charging Station

Airway Heights, Washington

EV Connect

1 DCFC

Tesla Destination Charger

Spokane, Washington

Tesla Destination

1 DCFC

Tesla Supercharger

Spokane, Washington

Tesla

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Spokane, Washington

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

ChargePoint Charging Station

Spokane, Washington

ChargePoint

1 DCFC

Shell Recharge Charging Station

Spokane, Washington

Shell Recharge

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Spokane, Washington

EV Connect

1 DCFC

EV Connect Charging Station

Medical Lake, Washington

EV Connect

1 DCFC

ChargePoint: 8 Other: 4 EV Connect: 3 Tesla Destination: 1 Tesla: 1 Shell Recharge: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 39.8 0 $13.94 $6.37
Efficient EV 33.2 0 $11.62 $5.31
EV Truck/SUV 53.1 0 $18.59 $8.50

Gas CO2

46 kg

EV CO2

16 kg (65% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Pasco, WA

Night in Pasco on Thursday

Local time

9:50 PM

PDT

Current temp

67°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Airway Heights, WA

Night in Airway Heights on Thursday

Local time

9:50 PM

PDT

Current temp

44°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

23 degrees cooler at arrival

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

Road read

2h 29m 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 Pasco, WA to Airway Heights, WA covers 132.8 miles and takes about 2h 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 395, South Hayford Road, West Sunset Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 66.4 miles from Pasco, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $27.79 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 straightforward 2h 29m drive. You will face about 15 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (West Court Street): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 1.4 miles (US 395): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.6 miles (US 395): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Pasco, WA to Airway Heights, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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