Origin
Tracyton, WA
Morning in Tracyton on Friday
Local time
7:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
43°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Tracyton, WA to Spokane, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
6h 21m
Distance
328.5 mi
529 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$69
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
6h 9m
★
6 AM
6h 22m
8 AM
6h 47m
10 AM
6h 30m
12 PM
6h 28m
3 PM
6h 32m
5 PM
6h 45m
8 PM
6h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Tracyton, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Spanning 328.1 miles across Washington, the journey from Tracyton to Spokane takes approximately 5 hours and 26 minutes of active driving time. Because this route relies on turn-heavy local roads rather than major interstates, it functions best as a single-day commitment for those comfortable with navigating winding paths. You should budget about $69 for fuel to cover the distance between these two Pacific Coast region points. While the trip is manageable in one day, the technical nature of the roads means you should plan for plenty of focus behind the wheel. Use this route if you prefer local character over the monotony of high-speed transit.
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
164.2 miles from Tracyton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 20m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 21m. Total distance: 328.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
6h 21m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.
Drive Character
Expect a unique experience behind the wheel, as this route features a 0% highway share, relying instead on local arteries like May Street Northwest, Northwest Riddell Road, and Tracyton Beach Road Northwest. The drive is distinctly turn-heavy, requiring your full attention as you transition away from the coastal environment toward the interior of the state. Because you aren't cruising on a straight interstate, the pace remains measured and technical throughout the 328.1-mile trek. You will find that the road demands constant engagement, making it a far more tactile experience than a typical cross-state highway haul.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 36 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 253.5 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 4.8 miles in near North Callow Avenue.
Driving Effort
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 21 significant decision points across 328.5 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 4.8 miles (North Callow Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 21 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
4.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
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North Callow Avenue
Turn left onto North Callow Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
35.6 mi into trip
|
~52m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
36.5 mi into trip
|
~54m 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
6
36.9 mi into trip
|
~55m in
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I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
45.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 5m 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...
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 Tracyton, WA to Spokane, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Muckleshoot Reservation
45.1 mi in
|
~1h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 253.5 mi | 4h 34m |
| State Route 18 | 27.3 mi | 34m |
| State Highway 16 | 26.5 mi | 33m |
| I 5 | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 3 West | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Tracyton Beach Road Northwest | 1.7 mi | 2m |
| Charleston Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 11th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 253.5 mi, about 4h 34m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Tracyton, WA and Spokane, WA.
1
Start on this road
66 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto May Street Northwest
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
May Street Northwest
3
Continue on Northwest Riddell Road
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Northwest Riddell Road
4
Turn right onto Tracyton Beach Road Northwest
1.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Tracyton Beach Road Northwest
5
Continue on Lebo Boulevard
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lebo Boulevard
6
Turn left onto Juniper Street
517 ft
·
14 sec
·
Juniper Street
7
Continue on Callahan Drive
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
·
Callahan Drive
8
Turn straight onto WA 303
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Warren Avenue
9
Turn right onto 11th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
11th Street
10
Turn left onto North Callow Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Callow Avenue
Use the left lane.
11
Continue on WA 304
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Charleston Boulevard
12
Take the exit onto WA 304
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Charleston Boulevard
13
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 304
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
WA 304
Toward WA 3 South: Shelton
14
Merge onto WA 3
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 3 West
15
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
West State Route 16
16
Continue on WA 16
27 mi
·
33 min
·
State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight left at fork
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 5
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
·
I 5
20
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
21
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Merge onto WA 18
27 mi
·
34 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
23
Continue on WA 18
0.1 mi
·
8 sec
·
Snoqualmie Parkway
24
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane
25
Merge onto I 90
252 mi
·
4 hr 32 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90; US 2; US 395
27
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
28
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
29
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Freeway Avenue
30
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
31
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
32
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
33
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Avenue
34
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
35
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
36
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 5 hour and 26 minute drive, consider departing early in the morning to handle the technical, turn-heavy sections while visibility is at its peak. Since the route is comprised entirely of local roads, factor in at least one planned stop to stretch your legs and reset your focus. Keep your $69 fuel budget handy and monitor your gas levels closely, as local roads may not offer the same frequency of service stations found on major interstates. A smart strategy for this trip is to treat the lack of highway miles as an opportunity for flexibility, allowing you to pace yourself according to the local road conditions rather than rushing to reach Spokane.
Morning Departure
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Evening Departure
This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 164.2 miles from Tracyton, WA, or about 3h 20m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.5 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 72 miles or 1h 40m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 164.2 miles or 3h 20m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 5h 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Spokane, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Tracyton, 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 Tracyton, WA
This is one driving day of about 328.5 miles and 6h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 72 miles from Tracyton, 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 253.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 164.2 mi from Tracyton, WA · 3h 20m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
164 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 72 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 164.2 miles from Tracyton, 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 253.5 miles.
Arriving in Spokane, WA
The final approach into Spokane, 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 Spokane, 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
$68.75 one way
$137.50 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
115 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $72.10 | $144.20 |
| premium | $5.77 | $74.60 | $149.20 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $72.53 | $145.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$69
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$94–$119
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 114.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $34 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 98.6 | 1 | $34.49 | $15.77 |
| Efficient EV | 82.1 | 0 | $28.74 | $13.14 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 131.4 | 1 | $45.99 | $21.02 |
Gas CO2
115 kg
EV CO2
38 kg (67% 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.
Destination
Spokane, WA
Morning in Spokane on Friday
Local time
7:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Monroe, WA
164 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
2 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
6h 21m on the road
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Tracyton, WA to Spokane, WA covers 328.5 miles and takes about 6h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, State Route 18, State Highway 16. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 164.2 miles from Tracyton, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $68.75 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Start early — leave by 6-7 AM to arrive at a reasonable hour. This is a long drive — plan for a morning departure or consider splitting it into two days.
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 21 significant decision points across 328.5 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 4.8 miles (North Callow Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 35.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 36.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Tracyton, WA to Spokane, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
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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