Origin
Woodway, WA
Evening in Woodway on Thursday
Local time
6:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Woodway, WA to Spokane, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
5h 33m
Distance
295.6 mi
476 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$62
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 21m
★
6 AM
5h 34m
8 AM
6h 1m
10 AM
5h 43m
12 PM
5h 41m
3 PM
5h 45m
5 PM
5h 59m
8 PM
5h 26m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Woodway, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
This 295.6-mile drive from Woodway, WA to Spokane, WA, is estimated to take about 5 hours and 33 minutes of pure driving time. Given its duration and the recommendation for a single day trip, you can comfortably complete this journey without an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $62. The drive primarily utilizes Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel and I-5, transitioning to I-90, offering a mix of freeway and potentially more involved local road sections. This route connects two points within the Pacific Coast region, so expect consistent regional characteristics throughout. It's a practical option for a single-day transit between these two Washington locations.
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
147.8 miles from Woodway, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 49m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 33m. Total distance: 295.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
This route is characterized as a 'Turn-heavy local drive,' despite a significant portion on interstates. While I-5 and I-90 make up a substantial part of the journey with a 5% highway share, the overall profile suggests frequent changes in direction or road type. The longest uninterrupted stretch is 274.2 miles, likely occurring on Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel and connecting interstates, indicating a period of sustained, faster travel. However, be prepared for the 'turn-heavy' nature to manifest outside of these main segments, demanding more active navigation and potentially slower speeds.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel is the longest continuous segment at about 274.2 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 0.7 miles in near WA 104 / Edmonds Way.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 295.6 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 0.7 miles (WA 104 / Edmonds Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.7 mi into trip
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~2m in
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WA 104 / Edmonds Way
Turn right onto WA 104 / Edmonds Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
16.1 mi into trip
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~24m in
|
I 5
Take the exit onto I 5 toward Bellevue, Spokane
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 164
Toward Bellevue, Spokane
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
|
I 5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
6
16.8 mi into trip
|
~26m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
6
18.3 mi into trip
|
~28m in
|
I 90 / Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Woodway, WA and Spokane, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Portland.
Bellevue
16.1 mi in
|
~24m
|
via I 5
Portland
16.8 mi in
|
~26m
|
via I 5
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel | 274.2 mi | 4h 59m |
| I 5 | 12.6 mi | 16m |
| I 90 | 2.8 mi | 3m |
| Edmonds Way | 2.2 mi | 4m |
| South Lincoln Street | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| Algonquin Road | 0.3 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
— 274.2 mi, about 4h 59m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Woodway, WA and Spokane, WA.
1
Start on Woodway Park Road
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
Woodway Park Road
2
Turn left onto Algonquin Road
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Algonquin Road
3
Continue on 226th Street Southwest
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
226th Street Southwest
4
Turn right onto WA 104
2.2 mi
·
4 min
·
Edmonds Way
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Turn straight onto WA 104
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
·
North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
6
Continue on WA 104
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
·
Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
7
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 5
12 mi
·
14 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit onto I 5
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Exit 164
Toward Bellevue, Spokane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
147 ft
·
2 sec
·
I 5
Toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
12
Merge onto I 90
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
274 mi
·
4 hr 59 min
·
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 90; US 2; US 395
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street
16
Continue on West 5th Avenue
382 ft
·
12 sec
·
West 5th Avenue
17
Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
West Freeway Avenue
18
Continue on West 4th Avenue
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
19
Continue on West 4th Avenue
167 ft
·
4 sec
·
West 4th Avenue
20
Continue on South Lincoln Street
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
South Lincoln Street
Use the straight / left lanes.
21
Turn left onto West Main Avenue
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
West Main Avenue
22
Turn right
26 ft
·
8 sec
23
Turn left onto South Gorge Trail
157 ft
·
17 sec
·
South Gorge Trail
24
Arrive at destination
South Gorge Trail
Trip Plan
For this 5-hour, 33-minute drive, leaving Woodway, WA, in the morning is advisable to maximize daylight and allow for a single rest stop if needed. With a total distance of 295.6 miles and a projected fuel cost of $62, planning for one stop for fuel and a break is practical. Since this is a one-day trip, you have flexibility in pacing. Pay close attention to navigation, especially around the 'turn-heavy' segments, as this is the most distinctive characteristic of the drive. The longest stretch of 274.2 miles provides a good opportunity to cover significant ground efficiently.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 147.8 miles from Woodway, WA, or about 2h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 274.2 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 65 miles or 1h 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.8 miles or 2h 49m 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 32m
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 Woodway, 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 Woodway, WA
This is one driving day of about 295.6 miles and 5h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Woodway, 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 Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel for about 274.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 147.8 mi from Woodway, WA · 2h 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
148 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 65 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 147.8 miles from Woodway, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 274.2 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
$61.87 one way
$123.73 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
103 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $64.88 | $129.76 |
| premium | $5.77 | $67.13 | $134.25 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $65.26 | $130.53 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$62
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$87–$112
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 88.7 | 1 | $31.04 | $14.19 |
| Efficient EV | 73.9 | 0 | $25.87 | $11.82 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 118.2 | 1 | $41.38 | $18.92 |
Gas CO2
103 kg
EV CO2
35 kg (66% 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
Evening in Spokane on Thursday
Local time
6:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°F
Monroe, WA
148 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
5 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
5h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Woodway, WA to Spokane, WA covers 295.6 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel, I 5, I 90. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 147.8 miles from Woodway, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $61.87 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
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 14 significant decision points across 295.6 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 0.7 miles (WA 104 / Edmonds Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles (I 5): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.8 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Woodway, WA and Spokane, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Portland.
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