Trip from Spokane Valley, WA to Artondale, WA

Drive Time

5h 55m

Distance

312.8 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$66

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 42m ★

6 AM

5h 55m

8 AM

6h 21m

10 AM

6h 4m

12 PM

6h 2m

3 PM

6h 5m

5 PM

6h 20m

8 PM

5h 47m

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

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Artondale, WA

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Trip Overview

Connecting Spokane Valley to Artondale is a straightforward, highway-focused journey covering 312.8 miles across Washington state. Expect to spend about 5 hours and 55 minutes behind the wheel, making this a manageable, albeit long, one-day trip. With a fuel budget of approximately $66, you should plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refuel. Since the route remains entirely within the Pacific Coast region, you won't experience drastic shifts in climate or geography. It is a highly efficient transit route that favors speed and directness over winding backroads. Whether you are heading to the coast for business or leisure, this drive is best tackled in a single push.

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

156.4 miles from Spokane Valley, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 51m into the drive .

Drive Character

This trip is dominated by high-speed travel, with 98% of the route consisting of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90, which accounts for a significant 252-mile stretch of the total journey. The drive begins on the Spokane Valley Freeway before transitioning onto the interstate, eventually connecting to State Route 18 as you approach your destination. Because the road is so heavily skewed toward major thoroughfares, you can expect a consistent, fast-paced rhythm. Be prepared for a focused, interstate-heavy experience that prioritizes reaching your destination efficiently rather than navigating slow, technical 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 25 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 252 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and State Route 18. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near East Montgomery Avenue.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 19 significant decision points across 312.8 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 0.2 miles (East Montgomery Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 263.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 264 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 19 key points

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

0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Montgomery Avenue

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

263.8 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward WA 18 West: Auburn

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

Use the slight right lane. Exit 25 Toward WA 18 West: Auburn

264 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Keep slight left at fork toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight / left / right lanes. Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn,...

291.7 mi into trip | ~5h 24m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the straight lane. Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway Sou...

301.1 mi into trip | ~5h 37m in

Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton

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 132B Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton

Towns Along This Route

Between Spokane Valley, WA and Artondale, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.

Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn

264 mi in | ~4h 48m

Tacoma

264 mi in | ~4h 48m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	252 mi	4h 32m
State Route 18	26.7 mi	34m
Spokane Valley Freeway	11.3 mi	14m
I 5	8.5 mi	10m
WA 16	7.5 mi	9m
56th Street	0.9 mi	1m
Olympic Drive	0.7 mi	1m
Wollochet Drive Northwest	0.7 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 252 mi, about 4h 32m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spokane Valley, WA and Artondale, WA.

Start on WA 27

0.2 mi · 27 sec · North Pines Road

Use the left lane.

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

155 ft · 6 sec · East Montgomery Avenue

Use the left lane.

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec

Merge onto I 90

11 mi · 14 min · Spokane Valley Freeway

Use the none lane.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

195 mi · 3 hr 31 min · I 90

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 30 sec

Exit 25 Toward WA 18 West: Auburn Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

448 ft · 13 sec

Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Merge onto WA 18

0.3 mi · 25 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway

Continue on WA 18

27 mi · 34 min · State Route 18

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma Use the straight lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Toward I 5 South: Tacoma Use the none lane.

Merge onto I 5

7.2 mi · 9 min · I 5

Use the none lane.

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 5

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Exit 132B Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 45 sec

Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto WA 16

7.5 mi · 9 min · WA 16

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 51 sec

Exit 10 Toward Olympic Drive Use the slight right lane.

Turn left onto Olympic Drive

0.7 mi · 1 min · Olympic Drive

Use the left / straight lanes.

Continue on 56th Street

0.9 mi · 1 min · 56th Street

Use the straight lane.

Continue on Fillmore Drive Northwest

0.3 mi · 40 sec · Fillmore Drive Northwest

At end of road, turn left onto Wollochet Drive Northwest

0.7 mi · 1 min · Wollochet Drive Northwest

Turn right onto Artondale Drive Northwest

503 ft · 12 sec · Artondale Drive Northwest

Arrive at destination

Artondale Drive Northwest

Trip Plan

To keep your drive smooth, aim to depart early in the morning to beat potential congestion as you transition toward the more populated areas near Artondale. Since you have a 252-mile uninterrupted stretch on I-90, use that time to settle into a steady cruising pace, but ensure you schedule your one recommended stop strategically to break up the monotony. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge throughout the journey, as the $66 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and current local prices. Being flexible with your departure time is a major advantage for this trip, as it allows you to avoid peak traffic hours during your arrival. Prioritize a single, well-timed break to maintain your focus for the final approach on State Route 18.

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 156.4 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, or about 2h 51m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 252 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 28m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.4 miles or 2h 51m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 40m

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

Before You Leave

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 312.8 miles and 5h 55m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spokane Valley, 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 252 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 156.4 mi from Spokane Valley, WA · 2h 51m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

156 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

Moses Lake, WA

Fuel and coffee

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

Yakima, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 156.4 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 252 miles.

Arriving in Artondale, WA

The final approach into Artondale, 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 Artondale, 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

$65.65 one way

$131.30 round trip

$5.33/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.57	$68.56	$137.11
premium	$5.77	$71.07	$142.14
diesel	$5.64	$69.49	$138.99

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$66

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$91–$116

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	93.8	1	$32.84	$15.01
Efficient EV	78.2	0	$27.37	$12.51
EV Truck/SUV	125.1	1	$43.79	$20.02

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Spokane Valley, WA

Evening in Spokane Valley on Sunday

Local time

7:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

33°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Artondale, WA

Evening in Artondale on Sunday

Local time

7:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

38°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Along the Route

52°F

Monroe, WA

156 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

5 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

5h 55m 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 Spokane Valley, WA to Artondale, WA covers 312.8 miles and takes about 5h 55m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, State Route 18, Spokane Valley Freeway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 156.4 miles from Spokane Valley, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $65.65 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.

Between Spokane Valley, WA and Artondale, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.

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Trip from Spokane Valley, WA to Artondale, 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 Artondale, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Spokane Valley, WA

Artondale, WA

Same local time

5 degrees warmer at arrival

5h 55m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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