Origin
Spokane, WA
Afternoon in Spokane on Friday
Local time
3:39 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Spokane, WA to Ravensdale, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
5h 1m
Distance
269.5 mi
434 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$56
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 48m
★
6 AM
5h 2m
8 AM
5h 29m
10 AM
5h 11m
12 PM
5h 9m
3 PM
5h 13m
5 PM
5h 28m
8 PM
4h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ravensdale, WA
Derek Keats
Trip Overview
This 269.5-mile journey from Spokane, WA, to Ravensdale, WA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 1 minute to complete. Primarily utilizing I-90, the drive is heavily highway-focused, accounting for 97% of the route. With an estimated fuel cost of $56, this trip offers a straightforward transit between two points within the Pacific Coast region. You'll find it's a manageable drive for a day trip, allowing for a relatively early start and arrival without needing an overnight stop.
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
134.7 miles from Spokane, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 1m. Total distance: 269.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 1m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 97% of your travel occurring on major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is a substantial 254 miles along I-90, emphasizing the high-speed nature of much of this drive. While mostly interstate, the final leg involves State Route 18 and 276th Avenue Southeast, offering a slight shift in scenery and road type as you approach your destination. This transition can provide a welcome change of pace after extended highway cruising.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 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 254 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 0.6 miles in near West Freeway Avenue.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 269.5 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 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 254.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 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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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.
7
254.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m 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
9
255.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 38m 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,...
7
262.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 48m in
Take the exit toward Issaquah, Hobart
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 Issaquah, Hobart
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Spokane, WA and Ravensdale, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.
Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn
255.1 mi in
|
~4h 38m
Tacoma
255.1 mi in
|
~4h 38m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 254 mi | 4h 35m |
| State Route 18 | 6.8 mi | 9m |
| 276th Avenue Southeast | 3.4 mi | 6m |
| Landsburg Road Southeast | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Southeast Ravensdale Way | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Monroe Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Snoqualmie Parkway | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Issaquah Hobart Road Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 254 mi, about 4h 35m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane, WA and Ravensdale, 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
195 mi
·
3 hr 31 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 25
Toward WA 18 West: Auburn
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight left at fork
448 ft
·
13 sec
Toward SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
13
Merge onto WA 18
0.3 mi
·
25 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
14
Continue on WA 18
6.8 mi
·
9 min
·
State Route 18
15
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward Issaquah, Hobart
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn left onto Issaquah Hobart Road Southeast
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
·
Issaquah Hobart Road Southeast
Use the straight / left lanes.
17
Continue on 276th Avenue Southeast
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
276th Avenue Southeast
18
Continue on Landsburg Road Southeast
2.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Landsburg Road Southeast
19
Continue on Southeast Ravensdale Way
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Ravensdale Way
20
Arrive at destination
Southeast Ravensdale Way
Trip Plan
Given the 5-hour duration, starting your drive from Spokane in the morning is recommended to maximize daylight and allow for a relaxed pace. You'll have a longest stretch of 254 miles on I-90, so plan your fuel stops accordingly before departing Spokane or during the initial part of the interstate segment. While only one primary stop is indicated, the flexibility of a single-day drive means you can make additional brief pauses as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the highway-focused nature means services can be spread out between major exits on I-90.
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 134.7 miles from Spokane, WA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 254 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 59 miles or 1h 5m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 134.7 miles or 2h 27m 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 1m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Ravensdale, 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 269.5 miles and 5h 1m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 59 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 254 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 134.7 mi from Spokane, WA · 2h 27m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
135 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 59 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 134.7 miles from Spokane, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 254 miles.
Arriving in Ravensdale, WA
The final approach into Ravensdale, 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 Ravensdale, 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
$56.40 one way
$112.81 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
94 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $59.15 | $118.30 |
| premium | $5.77 | $61.20 | $122.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $59.50 | $119.00 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$56
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$81–$106
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 94.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $28 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 80.9 | 0 | $28.30 | $12.94 |
| Efficient EV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.58 | $10.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 107.8 | 1 | $37.73 | $17.25 |
Gas CO2
94 kg
EV CO2
32 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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
Ravensdale, WA
Afternoon in Ravensdale on Friday
Local time
3:39 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
13 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 1m 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 Ravensdale, WA covers 269.5 miles and takes about 5h 1m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, State Route 18, 276th Avenue Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 134.7 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 $56.40 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 is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 269.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (West Freeway Avenue): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 59.5 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 254.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Spokane, WA and Ravensdale, WA, road signs point toward Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn and Tacoma.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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