Trip from Pasco, WA to Camas, WA

Drive Time

4h 4m

Distance

203.7 mi

328 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$43

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

3h 51m ★

6 AM

4h 4m

8 AM

4h 30m

10 AM

4h 13m

12 PM

4h 11m

3 PM

4h 15m

5 PM

4h 29m

8 PM

3h 56m

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

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Pasco, WA

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Camas, WA

Harrison Reilly

Trip Overview

Traveling from Pasco to Camas covers 203.7 miles and typically takes about 4 hours and 4 minutes of driving time. Because this route is entirely within Washington, you will stay within the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the trip. The journey is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as it does not require an overnight split to manage the distance comfortably. You should budget approximately $43 for fuel costs to complete the trip. With a mix of highways, this drive is a straightforward option for those looking to traverse the state efficiently while keeping travel plans relatively simple.

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

101.8 miles from Pasco, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 57m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a turn-heavy local drive that demands your full attention behind the wheel. The route relies entirely on highways, including the Columbia River Highway, the Lewis and Clark Trail Highway, and the Evergreen Highway. You will encounter a significant 122.6-mile stretch along the Columbia River Highway, which stands as the longest uninterrupted portion of the journey. While the drive is fully highway-based, the technical nature of the roads prevents it from feeling like a monotonous interstate cruise. Be prepared for a dynamic experience that shifts as you navigate these varied local road segments.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 27 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 122.6 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 13 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near West Court Street.

Route Complexity 5/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 203.7 miles you will encounter 13 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 0.1 miles (West Court Street): Navigation decision point; at 38.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 173.4 miles (US 30): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

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

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

At end of road, turn left onto West Court Street

Navigation decision point

38.9 mi into trip | ~48m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 84 West: Portland

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 84 West: Portland

173.4 mi into trip | ~3h 15m in | US 30

Take the exit onto US 30 toward Cascade Locks

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane. Toward Cascade Locks

175.7 mi into trip | ~3h 22m in | WA 14 / Evergreen Highway

At end of road, turn left onto WA 14 / Evergreen Highway

Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight lane.

201.7 mi into trip | ~3h 58m in

Take the exit toward WA 500 West: 2nd Street, Union Street

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 14 Toward WA 500 West: 2nd Street, Union Street

Towns Along This Route

On the drive from Pasco, WA to Camas, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Cascade Locks along the way.

Cascade Locks

173.4 mi in | ~3h 15m | via US 30

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Columbia River Highway	122.6 mi	2h 14m
Lewis and Clark Trail Highway	33.4 mi	37m
Evergreen Highway	19.9 mi	27m
Old Oregon Trail Highway	11.3 mi	12m
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway	4.5 mi	6m
Lewis and Clark Trail	2.8 mi	4m
Lewis and Clark Highway	1.7 mi	2m
US 30	1.6 mi	3m

Longest stretch: Columbia River Highway — 122.6 mi, about 2h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on North 8th Avenue

0.1 mi · 35 sec · North 8th Avenue

At end of road, turn left onto West Court Street

1.4 mi · 3 min · West Court Street

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 27 sec

Merge onto US 395

2.8 mi · 4 min · Lewis and Clark Trail

Continue on US 395

1.1 mi · 2 min · North US 395

Continue on US 395

33 mi · 37 min · Lewis and Clark Trail Highway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 84 West: Portland

Merge onto I 84; US 30

11 mi · 12 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway

Continue on I 84; US 30

123 mi · 2 hr 14 min · Columbia River Highway

Use the straight lane.

Take the exit onto US 30

1.6 mi · 3 min · US 30

Toward Cascade Locks Use the straight lane.

Turn left onto Bridge of the Gods

0.7 mi · 3 min · Bridge of the Gods

Toward WA 14: Stevenson, Camas

At end of road, turn left onto WA 14

20 mi · 27 min · Evergreen Highway

Use the straight lane.

Continue on WA 14

4.5 mi · 6 min · Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway

Enter roundabout onto WA 14

146 ft · 2 sec · Lewis and Clark Highway

Continue on WA 14

0.9 mi · 1 min · Lewis and Clark Highway

Enter roundabout onto WA 14

87 ft · 1 sec · Lewis and Clark Highway

Continue on WA 14

0.7 mi · 56 sec · Lewis and Clark Highway

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 49 sec

Exit 14 Toward WA 500 West: 2nd Street, Union Street Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Enter roundabout onto C Street

202 ft · 5 sec · C Street

Continue on C Street

0.2 mi · 38 sec · C Street

Continue on Southeast 8th Avenue

0.2 mi · 29 sec · Southeast 8th Avenue

Enter roundabout onto WA 500

33 ft · 1 sec · Southeast Union Street

Continue on WA 500

0.1 mi · 21 sec · Southeast Union Street

Continue on WA 500

0.8 mi · 1 min · Southeast 6th Avenue

Continue on WA 500

479 ft · 20 sec · Northeast Dallas Street

Turn right onto WA 500; WA 14 Business

0.2 mi · 34 sec · Northeast 3rd Avenue

Arrive at destination

WA 14 Business

Trip Plan

Since this is a four-hour drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh during the trip. Leaving early in the day is a smart strategy to maintain flexibility, especially given the turn-heavy nature of the roads. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $43 estimate is a helpful baseline for your budget. Because the entire route consists of highway driving, maintain a consistent pace and stay alert for changes in road conditions along the Lewis and Clark Trail Highway. Use the single recommended stop to your advantage to break up the longest 122.6-mile stretch of the Columbia River Highway.

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 101.8 miles from Pasco, WA, or about 1h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 122.6 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 80 miles or 1h 33m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 101.8 miles or 1h 57m 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 8m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Pasco, 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.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Pasco, WA

This is one driving day of about 203.7 miles and 4h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Pasco, 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 122.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 101.8 mi from Pasco, WA · 1h 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yacolt, WA

102 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

Yakima, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Madras, OR

Meal break

The midpoint is around 101.8 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 Columbia River Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 122.6 miles.

Arriving in Camas, WA

The final approach into Camas, 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 Camas, 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

$42.75 one way

$85.51 round trip

$5.33/gal 25.4 MPG avg 71 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.57	$44.65	$89.29
premium	$5.77	$46.28	$92.56
diesel	$5.64	$45.26	$90.51

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$43

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$68–$93

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 71.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $21 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	61.1	0	$21.39	$9.78
Efficient EV	50.9	0	$17.82	$8.15
EV Truck/SUV	81.5	1	$28.52	$13.04

Gas CO2

71 kg

EV CO2

24 kg (66% 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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Pasco, WA

Evening in Pasco on Sunday

Local time

7:11 PM

PDT

Current temp

39°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Camas, WA

Evening in Camas on Sunday

Local time

7:11 PM

PDT

Current temp

42°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

3 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 4m 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 Pasco, WA to Camas, WA covers 203.7 miles and takes about 4h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Columbia River Highway, Lewis and Clark Trail Highway, Evergreen Highway. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 101.8 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 $42.75 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.

On the drive from Pasco, WA to Camas, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Cascade Locks along the way.

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Trip from Pasco, WA to Camas, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Camas, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

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Camas, WA

Same local time

3 degrees warmer at arrival

4h 4m on the road

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