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Trip from Spokane, WA to Newcastle, WA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

5h 4m

Distance

272.4 mi

438 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$57

one way

EV Charging

Excellent

16 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 51m ★
6 AM
5h 4m
8 AM
5h 31m
10 AM
5h 13m
12 PM
5h 11m
3 PM
5h 15m
5 PM
5h 30m
8 PM
4h 56m

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

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Downtown Newcastle, WA, WA

Newcastle, WA

Harrison Reilly

Trip Overview

The drive from Spokane, WA to Newcastle, WA covers 272.4 miles and takes about 5h 4m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 90, Lakemont Boulevard Southeast, Newcastle Golf Club Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 266 miles on I 90. At current regular gas prices, budget about $57.01 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

136.2 miles from Spokane, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 29m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 4m. Total distance: 272.4 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

5h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 5h 4m highway drive covering 272.4 miles, with most of the trip on I 90 and Lakemont Boulevard Southeast. The longest continuous stretch is about 266 miles on I 90.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 266 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and Lakemont Boulevard Southeast. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 272.4 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

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

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in

Turn right

Navigation decision point

5
0 mi into trip | ~0m in | West Main Avenue

Turn left onto West Main Avenue

Navigation decision point

6
0.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | 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 | ~1h 6m 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
266.9 mi into trip | ~4h 51m in

Take the exit toward West Lake Sammamish Parkway, Lakemont Boulevard Southeast

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 13 Toward West Lake Sammamish Parkway, Lakemont Bo...

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 266 mi 4h 48m
Lakemont Boulevard Southeast 3 mi 6m
Newcastle Golf Club Road 1.6 mi 3m
North Monroe Street 0.4 mi 1m
West Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast 0.3 mi <1m
136th Avenue Southeast 0.2 mi <1m
West Freeway Avenue 0.2 mi <1m
Southeast 71st Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 266 mi, about 4h 48m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

1

Start on South Gorge Trail

157 ft · 21 sec · South Gorge Trail
2

Turn right

26 ft · 8 sec
3

Turn left onto West Main Avenue

464 ft · 19 sec · West Main Avenue
4

Turn right onto North Monroe Street

0.4 mi · 1 min · North Monroe Street
5

Turn slight right onto West Freeway Avenue

0.1 mi · 18 sec · West Freeway Avenue
6

Keep slight left at fork onto West Freeway Avenue

188 ft · 5 sec · 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 · I 90; US 2; US 395
9

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395

57 mi · 1 hr · I 90; US 395
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

207 mi · 3 hr 45 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 51 sec
Exit 13 Toward West Lake Sammamish Parkway, Lakemont Boulevard Southeast Use the slight right lane.
12

Turn right onto West Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast

203 ft · 5 sec · West Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
Use the right lane.
13

Turn slight left onto West Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast

0.3 mi · 43 sec · West Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
14

Continue on Lakemont Boulevard Southeast

3.0 mi · 6 min · Lakemont Boulevard Southeast
Use the straight / left lanes.
15

Continue on Newcastle Golf Club Road

1.6 mi · 3 min · Newcastle Golf Club Road
Use the left lane.
16

Turn left onto 136th Avenue Southeast

0.2 mi · 28 sec · 136th Avenue Southeast
17

Continue on Southeast 71st Street

476 ft · 16 sec · Southeast 71st Street
18

Arrive at destination

Southeast 71st Street

Trip Plan

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 136.2 miles from Spokane, WA, or about 2h 29m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 266 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 60 miles or 1h 6m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 136.2 miles or 2h 29m 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 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newcastle, 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 272.4 miles and 5h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 60 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 I 90 for about 266 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 136.2 mi from Spokane, WA · 2h 29m into the drive

city in Chelan County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cashmere, WA

136 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

Davenport, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cle Elum, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 136.2 miles from Spokane, 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 266 miles.

Arriving in Newcastle, WA

The final approach into Newcastle, 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 Newcastle, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

The Restaurant & Terrace Bar at Salish Lodge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Snoqualmie, Washington

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 252.9

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14258882556

Visit website

Palace Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Ellensburg, Washington

2.7 mi

The Ridge Restaurant & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Ellensburg, Washington

2.8 mi

Top Coffee Stop

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Spokane, Washington

0.4 mi

The Restaurant & Terrace Bar at Salish Lodge

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour Expensive mile 252.9

Snoqualmie, Washington

Hours: 8 am–3 pm

+14258882556

Visit website

Palace Cafe

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.7 mi from route ~7 min detour $10 to $20 mile 175.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+15099252327

Visit website

The Ridge Restaurant & Bar

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour $20 to $30 mile 175.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15099685441

Visit website

Anchovies and Salt

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour Moderately mile 272.4

Renton, Washington

Hours: 12–9 pm

+14259703154

Visit website

Tina’s Kitfo, Restaurant & Coffee Shop

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 272.4

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+12064204871

Visit website

Shari's Cafe and Pies

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

3.9 mi from route ~10 min detour $10 to $20 mile 97.3

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 7 am–10 pm

+15095900596

Visit website

ENZO Italian Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

5 mi from route ~12 min detour $20 to $30 mile 97.3

Moses Lake, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–9 pm

+15093611111

Visit website

First Avenue Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–4 pm

+15099708185

Visit website

Atticus Coffee & Gifts

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–6 pm

+15097470336

Visit website

Indaba Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15094433566

Visit website

Ladder Coffee Roasters-Downtown

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15099925258

Visit website

Northwest Museum of Arts & Culture

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15094563931

Visit website

Caffe Capri

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–6 pm

+15097473088

Visit website

Meeting House Café

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.3 mi from route ~6 min detour Inexpensiv

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+15099341591

Visit website

Ca Phe Nguyen Coffee & Tea

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–6 pm

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 194.6

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

EV Connect Charging Station

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+18668167584

Visit website

Pilot EV Charging Station

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 175.1

Ellensburg, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15099251777

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Tesla Destination Charger

3.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+18008991482

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

BTCPower Charging Station

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Spokane, Washington

ChargePoint Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18664676920

Visit website

Riverfront Park

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 6 am–12 pm

+15096256600

Visit website

Mobius Discovery Center

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–5 pm

+15093217121

Visit website

The Great Northern Clocktower

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Spokane, WA

Hours: Open 24 hours

+15096256600

Manito Park

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour

Spokane, Washington

+15096256200

Visit website

Dick and Jane's Spot

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.8 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 175.1

Ellensburg, Washington

+15099253224

Visit website

Get Air Trampoline Park

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Spokane, Washington

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15093811757

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 272.4

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

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

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...

9 mi from route ~23 min detour Free near mile 272.4
View on nps.gov

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

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$57.01 one way

$114.02 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 95 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $59.79 $119.58
premium $5.77 $61.86 $123.72
diesel $5.61 $60.14 $120.28

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$57

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$82–$107

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 95.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

EV Charging Along Route

16 DC fast chargers · Coverage: excellent

Kroger-Fred Meyer 657 (Spokane, WA)

Spokane, WA

Electrify America

6 DCFC

Kalispel Tribe - River Tower

AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA

OpConnect

3 DCFC

Kalispel Tribe - Parking Garage

AIRWAY HEIGHTS, WA

OpConnect

3 DCFC

North East Community Center

Spokane, WA

EV Connect

2 DCFC

Kendall Yards

Spokane, WA

EV Connect

2 DCFC

Avista - 5 Mile STA DCFC

Spokane, WA

FLO

2 DCFC

Avista - Gonzaga Fleet DCFC

Spokane, WA

FLO

2 DCFC

The Hive

Spokane, WA

EV Connect

2 DCFC

EV Connect: 5 FLO: 5 OpConnect: 4 Non-Networked: 1 Electrify America: 1

Station data from NREL Alternative Fuel Stations database.

Driving Electric?

About $29 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 81.7 1 $28.60 $13.08
Efficient EV 68.1 0 $23.83 $10.90
EV Truck/SUV 109 1 $38.14 $17.43

Gas CO2

95 kg

EV CO2

32 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 15, 2026

Origin

Spokane, WA

Night in Spokane on Thursday

Local time

11:17 PM

PDT

Current temp

45°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Newcastle, WA

Night in Newcastle on Thursday

Local time

11:17 PM

PDT

Current temp

49°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

4 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 4m 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, WA to Newcastle, WA covers 272.4 miles and takes about 5h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, Lakemont Boulevard Southeast, Newcastle Golf Club Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 136.2 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 $57.01 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.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 272.4 miles you will encounter 11 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: near the start: Navigation decision point; near the start (West Main Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Spokane, WA to Newcastle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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