Origin
Yakima, WA
Late night in Yakima on Saturday
Local time
12:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yakima, WA to West Richland, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 23m
Distance
71.6 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 17m
★
6 AM
1h 24m
8 AM
1h 37m
10 AM
1h 28m
12 PM
1h 27m
3 PM
1h 29m
5 PM
1h 36m
8 PM
1h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
West Richland, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
The drive from Yakima, WA to West Richland, WA covers 71.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 82, East State Route 224, West Van Giesen Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 62.6 miles on I 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $14.99 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 23m. Total distance: 71.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 23m highway drive covering 71.6 miles, with most of the trip on I 82 and East State Route 224. The longest continuous stretch is about 62.6 miles on I 82.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 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 62.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and East State Route 224. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near East Chestnut Avenue.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.4 miles (WA 224 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
East Chestnut Avenue
Turn left onto East Chestnut Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
64.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 11m in
Take the exit toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland, Benton City
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland...
5
64.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
WA 224 / 1st Street
Turn left onto WA 224 / 1st Street
Navigation decision point
5
64.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 12m in
|
WA 224 / Kennedy Road
Enter roundabout onto WA 224 / Kennedy Road
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
71.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 23m in
|
Deer Street
Turn right onto Deer Street
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 Yakima, WA to West Richland, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Benton City along the way.
Benton City
64.1 mi in
|
~1h 11m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 62.6 mi | 1h 8m |
| East State Route 224 | 4.8 mi | 6m |
| West Van Giesen Street | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| East Chestnut Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Desert View Drive | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Kennedy Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Deer Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 62.6 mi, about 1h 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and West Richland, WA.
1
Start on South 1st Street
415 ft
·
19 sec
·
South 1st Street
2
Turn left onto East Chestnut Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
East Chestnut Avenue
3
Turn left onto South Fair Avenue
359 ft
·
12 sec
·
South Fair Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
5
Merge onto I 82; US 12; US 97
3.9 mi
·
4 min
·
I 82; US 12; US 97
6
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
59 mi
·
1 hr 3 min
·
I 82; US 12
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward SR 224 east, SR 225 north: West Richland, Benton City
8
Turn left onto WA 224
356 ft
·
8 sec
·
1st Street
9
Enter roundabout onto WA 224
58 ft
·
1 sec
·
Kennedy Road
10
Continue on WA 224
0.2 mi
·
14 sec
·
Kennedy Road
11
Turn slight left onto WA 224
4.8 mi
·
6 min
·
East State Route 224
12
Continue on WA 224
1.2 mi
·
1 min
·
West Van Giesen Street
13
Enter roundabout onto West Van Giesen Street
90 ft
·
1 sec
·
West Van Giesen Street
14
Continue on West Van Giesen Street
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Van Giesen Street
15
Turn left onto North 62nd Avenue
172 ft
·
5 sec
·
North 62nd Avenue
16
Turn right onto Desert View Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Desert View Drive
17
Turn right onto Deer Street
398 ft
·
17 sec
·
Deer Street
18
Arrive at destination
Deer Street
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 35.8 mi from Yakima, WA · 41m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 35.8 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 82 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.6 miles.
Arriving in West Richland, WA
The final approach into West Richland, 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
$14.99 one way
$29.97 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $15.72 | $31.43 |
| premium | $5.77 | $16.26 | $32.52 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.81 | $31.62 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 25.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.5 | 0 | $7.52 | $3.44 |
| Efficient EV | 17.9 | 0 | $6.26 | $2.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.6 | 0 | $10.02 | $4.58 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
West Richland, WA
Late night in West Richland on Saturday
Local time
12:01 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
3 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 23m 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 West Richland, WA covers 71.6 miles and takes about 1h 23m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, East State Route 224, West Van Giesen Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 35.8 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 $14.99 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 23m drive. You will face about 12 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (East Chestnut Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 64.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 64.4 miles (WA 224 / 1st Street): Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Yakima, WA to West Richland, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Benton City along the way.
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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