Trip from Vancouver, WA to Pomeroy, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

6h 8m

Distance

307.3 mi

495 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$64

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min

4 AM

5h 56m ★

6 AM

6h 9m

8 AM

6h 34m

10 AM

6h 18m

12 PM

6h 15m

3 PM

6h 19m

5 PM

6h 33m

8 PM

6h 1m

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

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Trip Overview

The drive from Vancouver, WA to Pomeroy, WA covers 307.3 miles and takes about 6h 8m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on Columbia River Highway, US 12, Preston Avenue for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 197 miles on Columbia River Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $64.32 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

153.7 miles from Vancouver, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 55m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 6h 8m. Total distance: 307.3 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

6h 8m drive, plan rest stops for pacing.

Scenic Drive

Turn-heavy local drive route profile.

Drive Character

Expect a 6h 8m drive with frequent turns across 307.3 miles of local and secondary roads.

This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.

There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

Columbia River Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 197 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in.

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 10 significant decision points across 307.3 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 1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 6.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

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

1 mi into trip | ~2m in

Take the exit toward WA 14 East: Camas

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Exit 1A Toward WA 14 East: Camas

6.9 mi into trip | ~9m in

Take the exit toward I 205: Salem, Seattle

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 6 Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle

7.3 mi into trip | ~10m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 205 South: Salem

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 205 South: Salem

7.6 mi into trip | ~11m in | I 205 / Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge

Merge onto I 205 / Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

11.7 mi into trip | ~16m in

Take the exit toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles

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 22 Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
Columbia River Highway	197 mi	3h 44m
US 12	61.7 mi	1h 16m
Preston Avenue	33.1 mi	44m
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway	5.2 mi	6m
Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge	4.1 mi	5m
South Main Avenue	1.6 mi	2m
6th Street	1.4 mi	2m
I 5	0.7 mi	<1m

Longest stretch: Columbia River Highway — 197 mi, about 3h 44m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Vancouver, WA and Pomeroy, WA.

Start on East Fourth Plain Boulevard

329 ft · 9 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 57 sec

Toward I 5 South: Portland

Merge onto I 5

0.7 mi · 55 sec · I 5

Take the exit

0.7 mi · 1 min

Exit 1A Toward WA 14 East: Camas Use the slight right lane.

Continue on WA 14

5.2 mi · 6 min · Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 36 sec

Exit 6 Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 55 sec

Toward I 205 South: Salem Use the slight right lane.

Merge onto I 205

4.1 mi · 5 min · Glenn L. Jackson Memorial Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.8 mi · 1 min

Exit 22 Toward I 84 East, US 30 East: The Dalles Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on I 84; US 30

158 mi · 2 hr 55 min · Columbia River Highway

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit onto Columbia River Highway

7.5 mi · 11 min · Columbia River Highway

Toward US 730: Irrigon

Continue on US 730

1.6 mi · 2 min · South Main Avenue

Continue on US 730

6.0 mi · 8 min · Columbia River Highway

Continue on US 730

1.4 mi · 2 min · 6th Street

Continue on US 395; US 730

25 mi · 28 min · Columbia River Highway

Continue on US 12

49 mi · 1 hr 1 min · US 12

Turn right onto US 12

33 mi · 44 min · Preston Avenue

Take the exit onto US 12

13 mi · 15 min · US 12

Arrive at destination

US 12

Trip Plan

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 153.7 miles from Vancouver, WA, or about 2h 55m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 197 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 68 miles or 1h 19m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 153.7 miles or 2h 55m 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 56m

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

Before You Leave

Open the route before leaving Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, WA

This is one driving day of about 307.3 miles and 6h 8m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 68 miles from Vancouver, 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 Columbia River Highway for about 197 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 153.7 mi from Vancouver, WA · 2h 55m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Toppenish, WA

154 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

Yacolt, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 68 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Toppenish, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 153.7 miles from Vancouver, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before Columbia River Highway if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 197 miles.

Arriving in Pomeroy, WA

The final approach into Pomeroy, 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 Pomeroy, 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Clarette's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Walla Walla, Washington

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 241.5

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15095293430

Visit website

The Maple Counter Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Walla Walla, Washington

0.7 mi

Wingman Birdz + Brewz

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Walla Walla, Washington

0.5 mi

Clarette's Restaurant

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 241.5

Walla Walla, Washington

Hours: 6 am–8 pm

+15095293430

Visit website

The Maple Counter Cafe

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 241.5

Walla Walla, Washington

Hours: 7 am–3 pm

+15098762527

Visit website

Wingman Birdz + Brewz

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30 mile 241.5

Walla Walla, Washington

Hours: 11 am–10 pm

+15095292199

Visit website

Rivertap Restaurant and Pub

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $10 to $20 mile 87.8

The Dalles, Oregon

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15412967870

Visit website

Subway

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, right off the route

0.2 mi from route ~1 min detour Inexpensiv mile 65.9

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15413864800

Visit website

DEDIKO

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13603144370

Visit website

Bette's Place

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Early in the drive, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20 mile 65.9

Hood River, Oregon

Hours: 5:30 am–2 pm

+15413861880

Visit website

Passatempo Taverna

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Later in the drive, right off the route

0.8 mi from route ~2 min detour Expensive mile 241.5

Walla Walla, Washington

Hours: 4–9:30 pm

+15098768822

Visit website

Krays Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13609524877

Visit website

Legacy Coffee Company

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour mile 22

Gresham, Oregon

Hours: 7 am–5 pm

+15034895056

Visit website

Daily Paper Coffee

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~12 min detour

4.6 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 22

Camas, Washington

Hours: 6 am–6 pm

+15037141074

Visit website

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

+15038414232

Visit website

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+13608166230

Visit website

Esther Short Park and Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13604878311

Visit website

Children's Museum of Walla Walla

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 241.5

Walla Walla, Washington

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15095267529

Visit website

Twisted Escape Rooms

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+13608333227

Visit website

Gresham Historical Society

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour mile 22

Gresham, Oregon

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+15036610347

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$64.32 one way

$128.63 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 108 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$67.45	$134.90
premium	$5.77	$69.78	$139.57
diesel	$5.61	$67.85	$135.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$64

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$89–$114

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 107.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $32 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	92.2	1	$32.27	$14.75
Efficient EV	76.8	0	$26.89	$12.29
EV Truck/SUV	122.9	1	$43.02	$19.67

Gas CO2

108 kg

EV CO2

36 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Vancouver, WA

Morning in Vancouver on Saturday

Local time

7:33 AM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Pomeroy, WA

Morning in Pomeroy on Saturday

Local time

7:33 AM

PDT

Current temp

48°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

1 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

6h 8m 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 Vancouver, WA to Pomeroy, WA covers 307.3 miles and takes about 6h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are Columbia River Highway, US 12, Preston Avenue. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 153.7 miles from Vancouver, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.

At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $64.32 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.

The route from Vancouver, WA to Pomeroy, 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.

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Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Pomeroy, WA

Nearby Places

Clarette's Restaurant

Clarette's Restaurant

The Maple Counter Cafe

Wingman Birdz + Brewz

Rivertap Restaurant and Pub

Subway

DEDIKO

Bette's Place

Passatempo Taverna

Krays Coffee

Legacy Coffee Company

Daily Paper Coffee

Tesla Supercharger

Electrify America Charging Station

Tesla Supercharger

Rivian Adventure Network

Tesla Supercharger

EVCS Charging Station

EVCS Charging Station

OpConnect Charging Station

National Neon Sign Museum

Hood River Waterfront Park

Devil-ish Little Things Museum

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

Esther Short Park and Playground

Children's Museum of Walla Walla

Twisted Escape Rooms

Gresham Historical Society

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Vancouver, WA

Pomeroy, WA

Same local time

1 degrees cooler at arrival

6h 8m on the road

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