Origin
Redmond, WA
Evening in Redmond on Friday
Local time
6:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redmond, WA to West Valley, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 53m
Distance
145.3 mi
234 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$30
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 42m
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6 AM
2h 53m
8 AM
3h 15m
10 AM
3h 1m
12 PM
2h 59m
3 PM
3h 2m
5 PM
3h 14m
8 PM
2h 47m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
West Valley, WA
Frank Cone
Trip Overview
Redmond, WA to West Valley, WA is 145.3 miles and takes about 2h 53m via I 90, US 97, and US 12, with a fuel budget near $30 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This highway-focused drive stays within Washington State, moving from the Pacific Coast region toward another part of the same region. It's a straightforward trip that doesn't require an overnight stay, making it ideal for a quick journey or a planned commute. Consider this route if you're looking for an efficient way to cover ground without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
72.6 miles from Redmond, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 28m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 53m. Total distance: 145.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This drive is primarily a highway experience, with 92% of the route on high-speed roads. You'll encounter a significant stretch of 98.7 miles on I 90, offering long, uninterrupted segments. The journey predominantly utilizes major highways like I 90, US 97, and US 12, indicating a consistent pace for much of the drive. Expect a steady, highway-focused character throughout, with minimal deviations into slower, local roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 31 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 98.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 145.3 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 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 25 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 40th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Northeast 40th Street
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
6
2.9 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward 148th Avenue Northeast
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward 148th Avenue Northeast
6
7.4 mi into trip
|
~15m in
|
Southeast 37th Street
Turn left onto Southeast 37th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
106.6 mi into trip
|
~2h 6m in
|
US 97
Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
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 I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 98.7 mi | 1h 49m |
| US 97 | 31.3 mi | 34m |
| US 12 | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| 148th Avenue Southeast | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| 148th Avenue Northeast | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| North 66th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Cowiche Canyon Road | 1 mi | 1m |
| WA 520 | 0.9 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 98.7 mi, about 1h 49m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redmond, WA and West Valley, WA.
1
Start on WA 202
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
2
Enter roundabout onto Northeast 76th Street
5 ft
·
0 sec
·
Northeast 76th Street
3
Continue on Northeast 76th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Northeast 76th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn slight left onto Leary Way
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Leary Way
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 520 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto WA 520
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
WA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Toward Northeast 40th Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto WA 520
0.2 mi
·
12 sec
·
WA 520
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
47 sec
Toward 148th Avenue Northeast
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn left onto 148th Avenue Northeast
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
148th Avenue Northeast
Use the left / straight lanes.
12
Continue on 148th Avenue Southeast
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
148th Avenue Southeast
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on 150th Avenue Southeast
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
150th Avenue Southeast
14
Continue on 150th Avenue Southeast
392 ft
·
18 sec
·
150th Avenue Southeast
Use the left lane.
15
Turn left onto Southeast 37th Street
365 ft
·
11 sec
·
Southeast 37th Street
Use the left lane.
16
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
Use the left lane.
17
Merge onto I 90
99 mi
·
1 hr 49 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit onto US 97
31 mi
·
34 min
·
US 97
Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
314 ft
·
4 sec
Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
20
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
21
Merge onto US 12
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
US 12
22
Turn left onto Ackley Road
351 ft
·
15 sec
·
Ackley Road
23
At end of road, turn left onto West Powerhouse Road
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West Powerhouse Road
24
Turn right onto Cowiche Canyon Road
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
Cowiche Canyon Road
25
Turn left onto Prospect Way
0.5 mi
·
50 sec
·
Prospect Way
26
Continue on North 66th Avenue
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
North 66th Avenue
27
At end of road, turn right onto Summitview Avenue
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
·
Summitview Avenue
28
Turn left onto North 72nd Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North 72nd Avenue
Use the left lane.
29
Turn right onto Tieton Drive
217 ft
·
10 sec
·
Tieton Drive
30
Turn left
315 ft
·
23 sec
31
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a 2h 53m estimated duration, this trip is well-suited for a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for any unforeseen delays. The longest stretch is nearly 100 miles, so plan your fuel stops accordingly. Given the relatively short overall distance and the $30 fuel estimate, you have flexibility in your timing and can easily complete this drive without needing to split it. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially before entering longer stretches on US 97 or US 12, as services can sometimes be spaced out.
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.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.6 miles from Redmond, WA, or about 1h 28m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 98.7 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 32 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 72.6 miles or 1h 28m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Valley, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Redmond, 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 Redmond, WA
This is one driving day of about 145.3 miles and 2h 53m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Redmond, 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 I 90 for about 98.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 72.6 mi from Redmond, WA · 1h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
73 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 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 72.6 miles from Redmond, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 98.7 miles.
Arriving in West Valley, WA
The final approach into West Valley, 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 West Valley, 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
$30.41 one way
$60.82 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
51 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $31.89 | $63.78 |
| premium | $5.77 | $33.00 | $65.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $32.08 | $64.16 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$30
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$55–$80
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 43.6 | 0 | $15.26 | $6.97 |
| Efficient EV | 36.3 | 0 | $12.71 | $5.81 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 58.1 | 0 | $20.34 | $9.30 |
Gas CO2
51 kg
EV CO2
17 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
West Valley, WA
Evening in West Valley on Friday
Local time
6:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
68°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
10 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
2h 53m 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 Redmond, WA to West Valley, WA covers 145.3 miles and takes about 2h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, US 97, US 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 72.6 miles from Redmond, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $30.41 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.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 25 significant decision points across 145.3 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 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Redmond, WA to West Valley, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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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