Trip from Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA

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Drive Time

4h 16m

Distance

209.3 mi

337 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$44

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

4h 3m ★

6 AM

4h 17m

8 AM

4h 43m

10 AM

4h 26m

12 PM

4h 23m

3 PM

4h 27m

5 PM

4h 42m

8 PM

4h 9m

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

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Suquamish, WA

William Jacobs

Trip Overview

This 209.3-mile journey from Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that can comfortably be completed in about 4 hours and 16 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-90, US-97, and State Route 18, nearly all of your travel (97%) will be on high-speed roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $44, this route is an excellent candidate for a single-day trip, allowing for a flexible schedule. You'll transition from the Pacific Coast region to another Pacific Coast area, experiencing a change in scenery as you head inland.

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

104.6 miles from Suquamish, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 19m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 97% of the drive on high-speed roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 84.5 miles along I-90, so be prepared for sustained periods of driving. While the majority of the route is focused on efficient travel, the combination of I-90, US-97, and State Route 18 offers a dynamic feel as you progress. This isn't a winding backroad adventure, but rather a direct path designed for covering ground.

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

There are about 25 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 84.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 97. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 53.4 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 209.3 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 53.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 54.8 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

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

53.4 mi into trip | ~1h 14m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

54.4 mi into trip | ~1h 16m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 5 North: Seattle

54.8 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in | I 5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.

63 mi into trip | ~1h 27m in

Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation

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 142A Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...

176 mi into trip | ~3h 37m in | US 97

Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

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 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

On the drive from Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.

Muckleshoot Reservation

63 mi in | ~1h 27m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	84.5 mi	1h 33m
US 97	31.3 mi	34m
State Route 18	27.3 mi	34m
State Highway 16	26.5 mi	33m
State Highway 3 Northwest	16.1 mi	20m
I 5	8.5 mi	10m
State Highway 305 Northeast	6.3 mi	11m
State Highway 3 West	2.1 mi	3m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 84.5 mi, about 1h 33m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Suquamish, WA and Yakima, WA.

Start on Augusta Avenue Northeast

497 ft · 21 sec · Augusta Avenue Northeast

Turn right onto Suquamish Way Northeast

1.6 mi · 3 min · Suquamish Way Northeast

Turn right onto WA 305

2.9 mi · 4 min · State Highway 305 Northeast

Use the right lane.

Enter roundabout onto WA 305

108 ft · 1 sec · State Highway 305 Northeast

Continue on WA 305

3.4 mi · 6 min · State Highway 305 Northeast

Use the straight lane.

Take the ramp

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward WA 3 South: Bremerton Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto WA 3

16 mi · 20 min · State Highway 3 Northwest

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on WA 3

2.1 mi · 3 min · State Highway 3 West

Continue on WA 16

0.2 mi · 19 sec · West State Route 16

Continue on WA 16

27 mi · 33 min · State Highway 16

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

1.0 mi · 2 min

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork

0.1 mi · 16 sec

Toward I 5 North: Seattle Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 5

0.3 mi · 19 sec · I 5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

8.2 mi · 10 min · I 5

Use the slight right lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 142A Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto WA 18

27 mi · 34 min · State Route 18

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on WA 18

0.1 mi · 8 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 East: Spokane

Merge onto I 90

85 mi · 1 hr 33 min · I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto US 97

31 mi · 34 min · US 97

Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

314 ft · 4 sec

Toward US 12 west, North 1st Street

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 26 sec

Continue on WA 823

0.1 mi · 13 sec · Selah Road

Continue on North 1st Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · North 1st Street

Arrive at destination

South 1st Street

Trip Plan

For this single-day, 4-hour and 16-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to maximize your daylight and avoid potential traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $44, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 84.5-mile stretch on I-90, as services can be spaced out. The direct nature of this highway-focused route means you can easily adjust your stop timing based on your needs.

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 104.6 miles from Suquamish, WA, or about 2h 19m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 84.5 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 49m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 104.6 miles or 2h 19m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 32m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Suquamish, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 Suquamish, WA

This is one driving day of about 209.3 miles and 4h 16m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Suquamish, 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 84.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 104.6 mi from Suquamish, WA · 2h 19m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Renton, WA

105 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

Renton, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Redmond, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 104.6 miles from Suquamish, 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 84.5 miles.

Arriving in Yakima, WA

The final approach into Yakima, 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 Yakima, 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

$43.80 one way

$87.61 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 73 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$45.94	$91.88
premium	$5.77	$47.53	$95.06
diesel	$5.61	$46.21	$92.42

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$44

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$69–$94

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 73.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	62.8	0	$21.98	$10.05
Efficient EV	52.3	0	$18.31	$8.37
EV Truck/SUV	83.7	1	$29.30	$13.40

Gas CO2

73 kg

EV CO2

24 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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Suquamish, WA

Late night in Suquamish on Wednesday

Local time

1:23 AM

PDT

Current temp

40°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Yakima, WA

Late night in Yakima on Wednesday

Local time

1:23 AM

PDT

Current temp

34°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 cooler at arrival

A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.

Road read

4h 16m 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 Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA covers 209.3 miles and takes about 4h 16m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, US 97, State Route 18. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 104.6 miles from Suquamish, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $43.80 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.

On the drive from Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.

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Trip from Suquamish, WA to Yakima, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Yakima, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Suquamish, WA

Yakima, WA

Same local time

6 degrees cooler at arrival

4h 16m on the road

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