Origin
Spokane, WA
Evening in Spokane on Sunday
Local time
7:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spokane, WA to Benton City, WA
Drive Time
2h 51m
Distance
155 mi
249 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$33
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 41m
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6 AM
2h 52m
8 AM
3h 14m
10 AM
2h 59m
12 PM
2h 57m
3 PM
3h 0m
5 PM
3h 13m
8 PM
2h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton City, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
Spanning 155 miles, the drive from Spokane to Benton City takes approximately 2 hours and 51 minutes to complete. This trip works perfectly as a straightforward day trip, meaning you won't need to worry about booking an overnight stay. You can expect to spend about $33 on fuel, making it a relatively affordable excursion across Washington state. The route utilizes a combination of the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, I-90, and I-182 to get you to your destination. Because the journey is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart at your leisure without feeling rushed. It is a practical, efficient way to navigate between these two Pacific Coast region locations.
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
77.5 miles from Spokane, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience as you transition between major interstates and the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway. With highway travel accounting for 50% of the route, you will encounter both high-speed stretches and more varied road conditions. Your longest uninterrupted segment occurs on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, which spans 73.7 miles of the journey. The character of the drive shifts as you move between these different road types, requiring you to remain alert to changing speed limits and traffic flow. It is a functional drive that prioritizes directness over technical, winding roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 73.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 15 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near West Freeway Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 155 miles you will encounter 15 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 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.5 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.6 miles (I 182; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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West Freeway Avenue
Keep slight left at fork onto West Freeway Avenue toward I 90 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
6
59.5 mi into trip
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~1h 6m in
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US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway toward Ritzville, Pasco
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
8
135.6 mi into trip
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~2h 29m in
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I 182; US 12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 182; US 12 toward I 182, US 12
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 182, US 12
6
147.4 mi into trip
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~2h 41m in
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US 12
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12 toward I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
6
153.6 mi into trip
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~2h 48m in
Keep slight left at fork toward SR 225 north: Benton City
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward SR 225 north: Benton City
Towns Along This Route
Between Spokane, WA and Benton City, WA, road signs point toward Ritzville, Pasco and Pendleton.
Ritzville
59.5 mi in
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~1h 6m
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via US 395
Pasco
59.5 mi in
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~1h 6m
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via US 395
Pendleton
133.2 mi in
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~2h 25m
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via US 395
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway | 73.7 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 90 | 58.6 mi | 1h 3m |
| I 182 | 11.8 mi | 12m |
| US 12 | 5.9 mi | 6m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| US 395 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Babs Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
— 73.7 mi, about 1h 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane, WA and Benton City, WA.
1
Start on South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
21 sec
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South Gorge Trail
2
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
3
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
464 ft
·
19 sec
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West Main Avenue
4
Turn right onto North Monroe Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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North Monroe Street
5
Turn slight right onto West Freeway Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
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West Freeway Avenue
6
Keep slight left at fork onto West Freeway Avenue
188 ft
·
5 sec
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West Freeway Avenue
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
7
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
2.0 mi
·
2 min
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I 90; US 2; US 395
9
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi
·
1 hr
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I 90; US 395
10
Keep slight right at fork onto US 395
74 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
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Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
Toward Ritzville, Pasco
11
Take the exit onto US 395
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
US 395
Toward I 182 West, US 395 South: Richland, Pendleton
12
Merge onto I 182; US 12; US 395
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 182; US 12
12 mi
·
12 min
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I 182; US 12
Toward I 182, US 12
Use the straight lane.
14
Keep slight right at fork onto US 12
5.9 mi
·
6 min
·
US 12
Toward I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
15
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
18 sec
Toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland, Benton City
16
Keep slight left at fork
299 ft
·
3 sec
Toward SR 225 north: Benton City
17
Enter roundabout onto WA 225
89 ft
·
1 sec
·
1st Street
18
Continue on WA 225
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
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1st Street
19
Continue on WA 225
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Babs Avenue
20
Turn slight right onto WA 225
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
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9th Street
21
Arrive at destination
WA 225
Trip Plan
Since this is a manageable sub-three-hour trip, you can easily complete it in a single day with just one planned stop to stretch your legs. Aim to leave Spokane during off-peak hours to ensure your time on I-90 and I-182 remains smooth and predictable. Because your fuel budget is roughly $33, consider topping off your tank before you depart to avoid fluctuating prices along the highway. Given the 73.7-mile stretch on the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, plan your single break for the midpoint of that segment to keep your energy levels consistent behind the wheel. Taking advantage of this flexibility allows you to arrive in Benton City refreshed and ready for your next move.
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 77.5 miles from Spokane, WA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 73.7 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 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.5 miles or 1h 25m 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 Benton City, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Spokane, 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.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Spokane, WA
This is one driving day of about 155 miles and 2h 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Spokane, 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 Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway for about 73.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.5 mi from Spokane, WA · 1h 25m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.5 miles from Spokane, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 73.7 miles.
Arriving in Benton City, WA
The final approach into Benton City, 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 Benton City, 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
$32.53 one way
$65.06 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $33.97 | $67.94 |
| premium | $5.77 | $35.22 | $70.43 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $34.44 | $68.87 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$33
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$58–$83
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| Efficient EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62 | 0 | $21.70 | $9.92 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Benton City, WA
Evening in Benton City on Sunday
Local time
7:16 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
6 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 51m 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 Spokane, WA to Benton City, WA covers 155 miles and takes about 2h 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway, I 90, I 182. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.5 miles from Spokane, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 155 miles you will encounter 15 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.5 miles (US 395 / Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 135.6 miles (I 182; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Spokane, WA and Benton City, WA, road signs point toward Ritzville, Pasco and Pendleton.
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