Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
2h 50m
Distance
114.1 mi
184 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$24
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Buckley, WA
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The drive from Yakima, WA to Buckley, WA covers 114.1 miles and takes about 2h 50m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on WA 410, US 12, South 1st Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 94.8 miles on WA 410. At current regular gas prices, budget about $23.88 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
57.1 miles from Yakima, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 24m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 50m. Total distance: 114.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 50m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (98%). Straightforward navigation.
This is a 2h 50m highway drive covering 114.1 miles, with most of the trip on WA 410 and US 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 94.8 miles on WA 410.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on WA 410 and US 12. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Very easy - short and simple to drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
The drive from Yakima, WA to Buckley, WA is easy. At 2h 50m with 98% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 113.9 miles (Park Avenue): Navigation decision point.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto North River Avenue
Navigation decision point
Turn left
Navigation decision point
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| WA 410 | 94.8 mi | 2h 22m |
| US 12 | 17.1 mi | 22m |
| South 1st Street | 1.6 mi | 3m |
| Selah Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North River Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Cottage Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Park Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Buckley, WA.
Start on South 1st Street
Continue on Selah Road
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto US 12
Continue on WA 410
Turn left onto Park Avenue
Turn right onto North River Avenue
Turn left onto North Cottage Street
Turn left
Arrive at destination
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.
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 25 miles or 35m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 57.1 miles or 1h 24m 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 19m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Buckley, WA than in the middle of the route.
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.
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 114.1 miles and 2h 50m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 57.1 mi from Yakima, WA · 1h 24m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
57 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.
A short stop after about 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 57.1 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before WA 410 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 94.8 miles.
The final approach into Buckley, 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 Buckley, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$23.88 one way
$47.76 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $25.04 | $50.09 |
| premium | $5.77 | $25.91 | $51.82 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $25.19 | $50.38 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$24
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$49–$74
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 39.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $12 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 34.2 | 0 | $11.98 | $5.48 |
| Efficient EV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 45.6 | 0 | $15.97 | $7.30 |
Gas CO2
40 kg
EV CO2
13 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Yakima on Friday
Local time
7:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
61°F
Widespread Frost then Sunny
Destination
Evening in Buckley on Friday
Local time
7:23 PM
PDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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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