Origin
Sprague, WA
Morning in Sprague on Friday
Local time
11:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Sprague, WA to Almira, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 40m
Distance
71 mi
114 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 33m
★
6 AM
1h 40m
8 AM
1h 55m
10 AM
1h 46m
12 PM
1h 44m
3 PM
1h 46m
5 PM
1h 55m
8 PM
1h 36m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sprague, WA
Harrison Reilly
Almira, WA
Max Vakhtbovych
Trip Overview
Sprague, WA to Almira, WA is 71 miles and takes about 1 hour 40 minutes via Sunset Highway and WA 23, with a fuel budget near $15 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, traversing Washington state. It's a straightforward, single-day drive that offers a taste of the local landscape without demanding extensive planning. Consider this route if you're looking for a manageable journey with minimal complications.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
35.5 miles from Sprague, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 40m. Total distance: 71 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (31%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile.
Drive Character
This drive offers a mixed experience, with 31% of the journey on highways. You'll encounter stretches on Sunset Highway and WA 23, interspersed with local roads like Rocklyn Road North. The longest uninterrupted segment measures 33.1 miles on Sunset Highway, providing a good period of consistent travel. Expect the road to evolve from more significant roadways to quieter, more rural paths as you progress toward Almira.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Sunset Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 33.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North B Street.
Driving Effort
2/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Sprague, WA to Almira, WA is easy. At 1h 40m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North B Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (WA 23): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 7 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
North B Street
Turn right onto North B Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Poplar Street
Turn right onto East Poplar Street
Navigation decision point
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WA 23
Turn left onto WA 23
Navigation decision point
4
22.5 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
WA 23 / South 3rd Street
Turn right onto WA 23 / South 3rd Street
Navigation decision point
4
22.9 mi into trip
|
~33m in
|
West Linden Street
Turn left onto West Linden Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Highway | 33.1 mi | 41m |
| WA 23 | 22.2 mi | 31m |
| Rocklyn Road North | 12.5 mi | 19m |
| East Main Street | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| East Watson Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Main Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 3rd Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northwest Main Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Sunset Highway
— 33.1 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sprague, WA and Almira, WA.
1
Start on East 1st Street
78 ft
·
4 sec
·
East 1st Street
2
Turn right onto North B Street
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
North B Street
3
Turn right onto East Poplar Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
East Poplar Street
4
Turn left onto WA 23
22 mi
·
31 min
·
WA 23
5
Turn right onto WA 23
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
South 3rd Street
6
Turn left onto West Linden Street
363 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Linden Street
7
Continue on Rocklyn Road North
13 mi
·
19 min
·
Rocklyn Road North
8
Turn left onto US 2
15 mi
·
18 min
·
Sunset Highway
9
Continue on US 2
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
East Watson Street
10
Continue on US 2
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Sunset Highway
11
Continue on US 2
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Avenue
12
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
East Main Street
13
Continue on US 2
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
·
Northwest Main Avenue
14
Continue on US 2
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
·
West Main Avenue
15
Continue on US 2
11 mi
·
13 min
·
Sunset Highway
16
Turn slight right onto East Main Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
East Main Street
17
Turn right onto North 3rd Street
25 ft
·
0 sec
·
North 3rd Street
18
Arrive at destination
North 3rd Street
Trip Plan
With a drive of just 1 hour and 40 minutes, you have plenty of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving Sprague in the morning allows ample time to reach Almira and still have the afternoon free. There are no designated stops mentioned, so plan your own breaks as needed. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is $15, it's always wise to fill up before departing Sprague, especially since the longest stretch without a town is over 33 miles.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 35.5 miles from Sprague, WA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 33.1 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 16 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 35.5 miles or 53m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Almira, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Sprague, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Sprague, WA
This is one driving day of about 71 miles and 1h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 16 miles from Sprague, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on Sunset Highway for about 33.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.5 mi from Sprague, WA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.5 miles from Sprague, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Almira, WA
The final approach into Almira, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.86 one way
$29.72 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $15.58 | $31.17 |
| premium | $5.77 | $16.12 | $32.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.68 | $31.35 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$15
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$40–$65
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.3 | 0 | $7.46 | $3.41 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.21 | $2.84 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.4 | 0 | $9.94 | $4.54 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Almira, WA
Morning in Almira on Friday
Local time
11:56 AM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
41°F
Harrington, WA
36 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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 40m 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 Sprague, WA to Almira, WA covers 71 miles and takes about 1h 40m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Sunset Highway, WA 23, Rocklyn Road North. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.5 miles from Sprague, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.86 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.
The drive from Sprague, WA to Almira, WA is easy. At 1h 40m with 31% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (North B Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (East Poplar Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.4 miles (WA 23): Navigation decision point.
The route from Sprague, WA to Almira, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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.
Was this helpful?
Thanks for your feedback!
Your tip has been submitted. Thanks!
/500
Recent Tips
·
Explore More
Continue From Almira, WA
More trips to Almira, WA
Explore more options from Sprague, WA or browse trips ending in Almira, WA.
Looking for more statewide routes? Browse WA road trips.