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Trip from Spokane Valley, WA to Birch Bay, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

7h 23m

Distance

391.6 mi

630 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$82

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 31 min
4 AM
7h 13m ★
6 AM
7h 23m
8 AM
7h 44m
10 AM
7h 31m
12 PM
7h 28m
3 PM
7h 32m
5 PM
7h 43m
8 PM
7h 17m

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

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Downtown Birch Bay, WA, WA

Birch Bay, WA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Spokane Valley, WA to Birch Bay, WA covers 391.6 miles and takes about 7h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 90, I 5, I 405 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mostly highway. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 267.6 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $81.96 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

2 planned breaks

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

195.8 miles from Spokane Valley, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 35m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 267.6 mi 4h 50m
I 5 87.2 mi 1h 41m
I 405 18.4 mi 23m
Spokane Valley Freeway 11.3 mi 14m
Birch Bay Lynden Road 3 mi 4m
Blaine Road 1.3 mi 2m
Alderson Road 0.8 mi 2m
North Pines Road 0.2 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 267.6 mi, about 4h 50m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on WA 27

0.2 mi · 27 sec · North Pines Road
Use the left lane.
2

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

155 ft · 6 sec · East Montgomery Avenue
Use the left lane.
3

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 42 sec
4

Merge onto I 90

11 mi · 14 min · Spokane Valley Freeway
5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395
6

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

211 mi · 3 hr 50 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.
9

Merge onto I 405

8.1 mi · 10 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

8.4 mi · 10 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 405
12

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13

Merge onto I 5

87 mi · 1 hr 41 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 43 sec
Toward Birch Bay, Lynden
15

Turn left onto Birch Bay Lynden Road

3.0 mi · 4 min · Birch Bay Lynden Road
16

Turn left onto WA 548

1.3 mi · 2 min · Blaine Road
17

Turn right onto Alderson Road

0.8 mi · 2 min · Alderson Road
18

Turn right

45 ft · 3 sec
19

Arrive at destination

Trip Plan

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.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 2 meaningful breaks for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 195.8 miles from Spokane Valley, WA, or about 3h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.6 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 86 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 195.8 miles or 3h 35m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 6h 9m

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

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Spokane Valley, 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.

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Pick one backup stop option before the midpoint in case traffic changes your pacing.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Spokane Valley, WA

This is one driving day of about 391.6 miles and 7h 23m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 86 miles from Spokane Valley, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 2 real breaks rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 267.6 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

196 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 86 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Monroe, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 195.8 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 267.6 miles.

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

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 111.9

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15093611111

Visit website

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

1.4 mi

Mom and Pop's Diner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Moses Lake, Washington

1.7 mi

Top Coffee Stop

FAA Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Moses Lake, Washington

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111.9

Hours: 4 am–6 pm

+15097508710

Visit website

Mason's Place

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Moses Lake, Washington

1.9 mi

Espresso De Cafè

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Moses Lake, Washington

1.4 mi

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15093611111

Visit website

El Rodeo Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 10:30 am–10 pm

+15097650606

Visit website

Mom and Pop's Diner

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15098557294

Visit website

Bob's Cafe

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15097653211

Visit website

Luca Italian Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 307.7

Everett, Washington

Hours: 4–10 pm

+14257891279

Visit website

Shari's Cafe and Pies

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15095900596

Visit website

The Sisters Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 307.7

Everett, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+14252520480

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $100 or ab mile 279.7

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14254560010

Visit website

FAA Coffee House

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 4 am–6 pm

+15097508710

Visit website

Mason's Place

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15097600553

Visit website

Espresso De Cafè

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.4 mi from route ~3 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–7 pm

+15097666667

Red Door Cafe, LLC

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+15093505525

Visit website

Favored Farmhouse Coffee and Cream

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $1 to $10 mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15097710685

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $1 to $10 mile 279.7

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 139.9

George, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Rivian Adventure Network

3.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18337484267

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 251.7

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

Electrify America Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18336322778

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

2.5 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18668167584

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

2.5 mi from route ~6 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Blink Charging Station

Near the start, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18889982546

Visit website

McCosh Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 111.9

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15097643805

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 279.7

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

Escape Everett

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 307.7

Everett, Washington

Visit website

Flying Squirrel Trampoline Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour

Spokane Valley, Washington

Hours: 2–9 pm

+15092423831

Visit website

Jetty Island

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 307.7

Everett, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+14252578304

Boeing Future of Flight​

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 307.7

Mukilteo, Washington

Hours: 8:30 am–5:30 pm

+18004641476

Visit website

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

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 298.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

7
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | East Montgomery Avenue

Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.
6
68.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in | I 90

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
279.4 mi into trip | ~5h 6m in

Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett

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 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
279.6 mi into trip | ~5h 6m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

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

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
7
298.5 mi into trip | ~5h 30m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia

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 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$81.96 one way

$163.92 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 137 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $85.95 $171.90
premium $5.77 $88.93 $177.85
diesel $5.61 $86.46 $172.92

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$82

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$107–$132

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 137 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $41 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 117.5 1 $41.12 $18.80
Efficient EV 97.9 1 $34.27 $15.66
EV Truck/SUV 156.6 1 $54.82 $25.06

Gas CO2

137 kg

EV CO2

46 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 as of Apr 18, 2026

Origin

Spokane Valley, WA

Morning in Spokane Valley on Saturday

Local time

10:24 AM

PDT

Current temp

33°F

Mostly Clear

SE 2 to 6 mph 0% chance Live forecast

Destination

Birch Bay, WA

Morning in Birch Bay on Saturday

Local time

10:24 AM

PDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Monroe, WA

196 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

25 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

7h 23m on the road

Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 283.6
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

391.6 mi in 7h 23m, mostly highway — 267.6 mi of that is on I 90.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 267.6 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 5. 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.

Driving Effort 9/10

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 16 significant decision points across 391.6 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 68.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 279.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Spokane Valley, WA and Birch Bay, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.

Everett

279.4 mi in | ~5h 6m

Bellevue

279.6 mi in | ~5h 6m

Vancouver British Columbia

298.5 mi in | ~5h 30m

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 7h 23m. Total distance: 391.6 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 2 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

7h 23m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 267.6 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Birch Bay, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 2 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 0.2 miles (East Montgomery Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 68.4 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 279.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Not recommended in a single day. At 7.4 hours each way, a round trip means 14.8 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Birch Bay, WA before the return drive.

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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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