Origin
Toppenish, WA
Evening in Toppenish on Friday
Local time
7:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Toppenish, WA to Kennewick, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 19m
Distance
69.1 mi
111 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 13m
★
6 AM
1h 20m
8 AM
1h 32m
10 AM
1h 24m
12 PM
1h 23m
3 PM
1h 25m
5 PM
1h 31m
8 PM
1h 16m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Toppenish, WA
BM Amaro
Kennewick, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Toppenish, WA to Kennewick, WA covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 82, WA 240, US 12 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 51.2 miles on I 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 19m. Total distance: 69.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 19m highway drive covering 69.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 82 and WA 240. The longest continuous stretch is about 51.2 miles on I 82.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 82 is the longest continuous segment at about 51.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and WA 240. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.4 miles in near WA 22 / Buena Way.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (WA 22 / Buena Way): Navigation decision point; at 54.3 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.9 miles (WA 240): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.4 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
WA 22 / Buena Way
At end of road, turn right onto WA 22 / Buena Way
Navigation decision point
6
54.3 mi into trip
|
~1h in
|
US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
6
59.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
WA 240
Take the exit onto WA 240 toward SR 240 east: Kennewick
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward SR 240 east: Kennewick
4
67.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 15m in
|
West Columbia Drive
Enter roundabout onto West Columbia Drive
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
67.8 mi into trip
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~1h 16m in
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North Fruitland Street
Turn right onto North Fruitland Street
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Toppenish, WA and Kennewick, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
I‑182 East
54.3 mi in
|
~1h
|
via US 12
Pasco
54.3 mi in
|
~1h
|
via US 12
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 51.2 mi | 54m |
| WA 240 | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| US 12 | 5.5 mi | 5m |
| Evergreen Highway | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| West Columbia Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Buena Way | 0.6 mi | <1m |
| North Fruitland Street | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| West Kennewick Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 51.2 mi, about 54m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Toppenish, WA and Kennewick, WA.
1
Start on Asotin Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Asotin Avenue
2
At end of road, turn right onto WA 22
0.6 mi
·
53 sec
·
Buena Way
3
Continue on WA 22
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
Evergreen Highway
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
5
Merge onto I 82; US 12
51 mi
·
54 min
·
I 82; US 12
6
Take the exit onto US 12
5.5 mi
·
5 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
7
Take the exit onto WA 240
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
WA 240
Toward SR 240 east: Kennewick
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Enter roundabout onto West Columbia Drive
0.1 mi
·
9 sec
·
West Columbia Drive
9
Continue on West Columbia Drive
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Columbia Drive
10
Turn right onto North Fruitland Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North Fruitland Street
11
Turn right onto West Kennewick Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Kennewick Avenue
12
Turn right onto North Newport Street
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
North Newport Street
13
Arrive at destination
North Newport Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 34.5 mi from Toppenish, WA · 38m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
35 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 15 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 34.5 miles from Toppenish, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kennewick, WA
The final approach into Kennewick, 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
$14.46 one way
$28.92 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
24 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $15.17 | $30.33 |
| premium | $5.77 | $15.69 | $31.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.26 | $30.51 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$14
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 20.7 | 0 | $7.26 | $3.32 |
| Efficient EV | 17.3 | 0 | $6.05 | $2.76 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 27.6 | 0 | $9.67 | $4.42 |
Gas CO2
24 kg
EV CO2
8 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
Kennewick, WA
Evening in Kennewick on Friday
Local time
7:26 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
5 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
1h 19m 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 Toppenish, WA to Kennewick, WA covers 69.1 miles and takes about 1h 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, WA 240, US 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 34.5 miles from Toppenish, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $14.46 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.
This is a straightforward 1h 19m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.4 miles (WA 22 / Buena Way): Navigation decision point; at 54.3 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 59.9 miles (WA 240): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Toppenish, WA and Kennewick, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
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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