Drive Time
6h 56m
Distance
367.5 mi
591 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$77
one way
Photo: Ken Cheatham
The drive from Spokane Valley, WA to Minnehaha, WA covers 367.5 miles and takes about 6h 56m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on East Montgomery Avenue, Spokane Valley Freeway, Thomas S for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $77.13 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
183.7 miles from Spokane Valley, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 28m into the drive .
Expect a 6h 56m drive with frequent turns across 367.5 miles of local and secondary roads.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way.
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
The route itself is not hard, but at 6h 56m, endurance matters. Plan breaks every 2-3 hours. The 0 decision points are all manageable with basic attention.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Spokane Valley, WA to Minnehaha, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| East Montgomery Avenue | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Spokane Valley Freeway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Thomas S | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 182 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| US 395 | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| Lewis and Clark Trail Highway | Unavailable | Refreshing |
| I 84 West | Unavailable | Refreshing |
Per-road distance and duration are being refreshed from OSRM for this route.
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane Valley, WA and Minnehaha, WA.
Start on North Pines Road
Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue
Take the ramp slight left
Merge slight left onto Spokane Valley Freeway
Keep slight left
Keep slight right to continue on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Take the exit slight right toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
Merge slight left onto Lewis and Clark Trail
Keep slight right to continue on Lewis and Clark Trail
Continue on North US 395
Continue on Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
Keep slight right to continue on I 84 West: Portland
Merge slight left onto Old Oregon Trail Highway
Continue on Columbia River Highway
Take the exit slight left toward I 205: Salem, Seattle, Portland Airport
Keep slight right to continue on I 205 North: Seattle, Portland Airport
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward WA 500 West, WA 500 East: Northeast 112th Avenue
Continue on WA 500 West, WA 500 East
Keep slight left to continue on WA 500 West
Keep slight right to continue on WA 500 West: City Center
Merge slight left
Take the exit slight right toward Northeast 15th Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 15th Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 49th Street
Turn left onto Northeast 22nd Avenue
Turn right onto Northeast 51st Street
Arrive at your destination
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 81 miles or 1h 31m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 183.7 miles or 3h 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 5h 48m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Minnehaha, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Spokane Valley, 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 Spokane Valley, WA
This is one driving day of about 367.5 miles and 6h 56m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 183.7 mi from Spokane Valley, WA · 3h 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
184 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.
A short stop after about 81 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 183.7 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Minnehaha, 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 Minnehaha, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$77.13 one way
$154.26 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $80.55 | $161.09 |
| premium | $5.77 | $83.50 | $167.00 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $81.65 | $163.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$77
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$102–$127
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 128.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $39 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 110.3 | 1 | $38.59 | $17.64 |
| Efficient EV | 91.9 | 1 | $32.16 | $14.70 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 147 | 1 | $51.45 | $23.52 |
Gas CO2
129 kg
EV CO2
43 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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. If you're planning ahead, check the forecast closer to your travel date.
Origin
Night in Spokane Valley on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
33°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Destination
Night in Minnehaha on Saturday
Local time
11:24 PM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Forecast unavailable right now
Along the Route
31°F
Madras, OR
184 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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
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