Origin
Washougal, WA
Afternoon in Washougal on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Washougal, WA to Fisher, WA
Last recalculated Apr 15, 2026
Drive Time
12m
Distance
8.3 mi
13 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 11m
★
6 AM
0h 12m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 13m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 13m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
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 Washougal, WA to Fisher, WA covers 8.3 miles and takes about 12m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Lewis and Clark Highway, Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway, Washougal River Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4 miles on Lewis and Clark Highway. At current regular gas prices, budget about $1.74 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Washougal, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 12m drive with frequent turns across 8.3 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 11 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Lewis and Clark Highway is the longest continuous segment at about 4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near G Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (G Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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
|
~0m in
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G Street
Turn right onto G Street
Navigation decision point
7
7.6 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Southeast 164th Avenue
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 8
Toward Southeast 164th Avenue
6
8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
5
8 mi into trip
|
~11m in
|
Southeast 164th Avenue
Turn left onto Southeast 164th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
8.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
|
Southeast Evergreen Highway
Turn right onto Southeast Evergreen Highway
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lewis and Clark Highway | 4 mi | 5m |
| Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway | 3.1 mi | 3m |
| Washougal River Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 164th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southeast Evergreen Highway | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| G Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Lewis and Clark Highway
— 4 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Washougal, WA and Fisher, WA.
1
Start on this road
108 ft
·
9 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto G Street
156 ft
·
12 sec
·
G Street
3
Turn left onto Washougal River Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Washougal River Road
4
Enter roundabout onto WA 14
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
Lewis and Clark Highway
5
Continue on WA 14
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Continue on WA 14
3.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Exit 8
Toward Southeast 164th Avenue
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
187 ft
·
12 sec
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto Southeast 164th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Southeast 164th Avenue
10
Turn right onto Southeast Evergreen Highway
257 ft
·
5 sec
·
Southeast Evergreen Highway
11
Arrive at destination
Southeast Evergreen Highway
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 4.1 miles from Washougal, WA, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4 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 8 miles or 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fisher, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Washougal, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Washougal, WA
This is one driving day of about 8.3 miles and 12m.
At 8.3 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Lewis and Clark Highway for about 4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Washougal, WA · 6m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Washougal, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Fisher, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Fisher, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.74 one way
$3.47 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $1.82 | $3.64 |
| premium | $5.77 | $1.88 | $3.77 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.83 | $3.67 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.5 | 0 | $0.87 | $0.40 |
| Efficient EV | 2.1 | 0 | $0.73 | $0.33 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.16 | $0.53 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Fisher, WA
Afternoon in Fisher on Wednesday
Local time
4:07 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
13 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
12m 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 Washougal, WA to Fisher, WA covers 8.3 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Lewis and Clark Highway, Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway, Washougal River Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 miles from Washougal, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.74 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.3 miles you will encounter 8 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (G Street): Navigation decision point; at 7.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Washougal, WA to Fisher, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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