Origin
Wapato, WA
Late night in Wapato on Friday
Local time
12:04 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Wapato, WA to Pasco, WA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 25m
Distance
74.9 mi
121 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 19m
★
6 AM
1h 26m
8 AM
1h 39m
10 AM
1h 30m
12 PM
1h 29m
3 PM
1h 31m
5 PM
1h 38m
8 PM
1h 22m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Wapato, WA
Sanket Mishra
Pasco, WA
nicholas hatherly
Trip Overview
This straightforward 74.9-mile drive from Wapato, WA, to Pasco, WA, is easily completed in about 1 hour and 25 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With 95% of the journey on highways, you can expect a quick and efficient transit. The estimated fuel cost is around $16, so you won't need to budget heavily for gas. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be staying within familiar territory. This route is primarily a highway-focused drive, perfect for when you need to get from point A to point B without much fuss.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 25m. Total distance: 74.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 25m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (95%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this 74.9-mile trip. You'll spend most of your time on I 82 and US 12, which constitute 95% of the drive. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 56.9 miles on I 82, offering a consistent pace. While the drive is efficient, the extensive highway share suggests a focus on direct travel rather than scenic byways. Keep an eye on your surroundings for potential changes as you transition between these main arteries.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 56.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and US 12. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near West 1st Street.
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 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Donald Road): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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West 1st Street
Turn right onto West 1st Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Donald Road
Turn left onto Donald Road
Navigation decision point
8
59.3 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m 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. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
7
73.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 22m in
Take the exit toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 13
Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
5
74.8 mi into trip
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~1h 25m in
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North 8th Avenue
Turn left onto North 8th Avenue
Navigation decision point
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 Wapato, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward I‑182 East along the way.
I‑182 East
59.3 mi in
|
~1h 6m
|
via US 12
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 56.9 mi | 1h |
| US 12 | 14.5 mi | 15m |
| Donald Wapato Road | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| North 4th Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Donald Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Court Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| North 8th Avenue | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| West 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 56.9 mi, about 1h
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Wapato, WA and Pasco, WA.
1
Start on this road
63 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West 1st Street
183 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 1st Street
3
Turn left onto Donald Road
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
Donald Road
4
Continue on Donald Wapato Road
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
Donald Wapato Road
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
6
Merge onto I 82; US 12
57 mi
·
1 hr
·
I 82; US 12
7
Take the exit onto US 12
14 mi
·
15 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 13
Toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn straight onto North 4th Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
North 4th Avenue
10
Turn right onto Court Street
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
Court Street
11
Turn left onto North 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
North 8th Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
North 8th Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 37.4 mi from Wapato, WA · 43m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
37 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 37.4 miles from Wapato, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Pasco, WA
The final approach into Pasco, 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
$15.68 one way
$31.35 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
26 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $16.44 | $32.88 |
| premium | $5.77 | $17.01 | $34.02 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.54 | $33.07 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$16
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.5 | 0 | $7.86 | $3.60 |
| Efficient EV | 18.7 | 0 | $6.55 | $3.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30 | 0 | $10.49 | $4.79 |
Gas CO2
26 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (65% 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
Pasco, WA
Late night in Pasco on Friday
Local time
12:04 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
20 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 25m 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 Wapato, WA to Pasco, WA covers 74.9 miles and takes about 1h 25m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, US 12, Donald Wapato Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 37.4 miles from Wapato, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $15.68 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 25m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (West 1st Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (Donald Road): Navigation decision point; at 59.3 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Wapato, WA to Pasco, WA, road signs begin pointing toward I‑182 East along the way.
Data sources
The figures on this page are computed from open government and mapping datasets, not crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Full methodology, refresh cadence, and limitations are documented on the methodology page.
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