Origin
Yakima, WA
Afternoon in Yakima on Thursday
Local time
4:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
3h
Distance
155 mi
249 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$32
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 49m
★
6 AM
3h 1m
8 AM
3h 23m
10 AM
3h 8m
12 PM
3h 6m
3 PM
3h 10m
5 PM
3h 22m
8 PM
2h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Alderwood Manor, WA
Jan Simpson
Trip Overview
The drive from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA covers 155 miles and takes about 3h behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Selah Road, I 90 West, I 405 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $32.44 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
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
77.5 miles from Yakima, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 30m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h. Total distance: 155 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (0%). Straightforward navigation.
Scenic Drive
Turn-heavy local drive route profile.
Drive Character
Expect a 3h drive with frequent turns across 155 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.
Selah Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Driving Effort
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA is easy. At 3h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Selah Road | — | — |
| I 90 West | — | — |
| I 405 | — | — |
| I 405 North | — | — |
| I 5 South | — | — |
| WA 524 East | — | — |
| WA 524 West | — | — |
| 196th Street Southwest | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Selah Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Alderwood Manor, WA.
1
Start on South 1st Street
1.6 mi
·
3 min
·
South 1st Street
2
Continue on Selah Road
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Selah Road
3
Take the ramp slight right
112 ft
·
3 sec
4
Keep slight left
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
5
Merge slight right
30 mi
·
32 min
6
Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
101 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
I 90 West
7
Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Renton, Everett
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
I 405: Renton, Everett
8
Keep slight right to continue on I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
·
I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
9
Merge slight left
8.1 mi
·
10 min
10
Keep slight right
8.4 mi
·
10 min
11
Keep slight right
2.3 mi
·
2 min
12
Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Seattle, Lynnwood
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5 South: Seattle, Lynnwood
13
Keep slight right to continue on WA 524 East, WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
·
WA 524 East, WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
14
Keep slight right to continue on WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
·
WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
15
Turn straight onto 196th Street Southwest
423 ft
·
15 sec
·
196th Street Southwest
16
Turn right onto 36th Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
36th Avenue West
17
Turn right
154 ft
·
12 sec
18
At the end of the road, turn right
59 ft
·
4 sec
19
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 77.5 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 1h 30m into the drive.
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 34 miles or 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 77.5 miles or 1h 30m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Alderwood Manor, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yakima, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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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 Yakima, WA
This is one driving day of about 155 miles and 3h.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 34 miles from Yakima, 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.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 77.5 mi from Yakima, WA · 1h 30m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
78 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 34 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 77.5 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Alderwood Manor, WA
The final approach into Alderwood Manor, 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 Alderwood Manor, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$32.44 one way
$64.88 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
54 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $34.02 | $68.04 |
| premium | $5.77 | $35.20 | $70.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $34.22 | $68.44 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$32
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$57–$82
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 54.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $16 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 46.5 | 0 | $16.28 | $7.44 |
| Efficient EV | 38.8 | 0 | $13.56 | $6.20 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 62 | 0 | $21.70 | $9.92 |
Gas CO2
54 kg
EV CO2
18 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
Alderwood Manor, WA
Afternoon in Alderwood Manor on Thursday
Local time
4:18 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
51°F
North Bend, WA
78 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
16 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
3h 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 Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA covers 155 miles and takes about 3h without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Selah Road, I 90 West, I 405. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 77.5 miles from Yakima, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $32.44 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. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
The drive from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA is easy. At 3h with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Yakima, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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