Origin
Yakima, WA
Night in Yakima on Thursday
Local time
9:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yakima, WA to Burbank, WA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 49m
Distance
96.8 mi
156 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$20
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 41m
★
6 AM
1h 49m
8 AM
2h 5m
10 AM
1h 55m
12 PM
1h 53m
3 PM
1h 56m
5 PM
2h 5m
8 PM
1h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burbank, WA
nicholas hatherly
Trip Overview
The drive from Yakima, WA to Burbank, WA covers 96.8 miles and takes about 1h 49m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 82, US 12, Lewis and Clark Trail for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 68 miles on I 82. At current regular gas prices, budget about $20.26 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.
Midpoint
48.4 miles from Yakima, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 54m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 49m. Total distance: 96.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 49m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 49m highway drive covering 96.8 miles, with most of the trip on I 82 and US 12. The longest continuous stretch is about 68 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 68 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and US 12. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 69.5 miles in near US 12.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 96.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 69.5 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96.2 miles (Fifth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
69.5 mi into trip
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~1h 17m in
|
US 12
Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
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 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
5
95.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
Keep slight left at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
5
96.2 mi into trip
|
~1h 47m in
|
Fifth Avenue
Enter roundabout onto Fifth Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
96.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
West Maple Street
At end of road, turn right onto West Maple Street
Navigation decision point
5
96.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 48m in
|
Fourth Avenue
Turn left onto Fourth Avenue
Navigation decision point
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Yakima, WA and Burbank, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
I‑182 East
69.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via US 12
Pasco
69.5 mi in
|
~1h 17m
|
via US 12
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 68 mi | 1h 13m |
| US 12 | 23.2 mi | 25m |
| Lewis and Clark Trail | 3 mi | 3m |
| East Chestnut Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Fifth Avenue | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| State Route 124 | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Cherry Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 68 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Burbank, 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
64 mi
·
1 hr 8 min
·
I 82; US 12
7
Take the exit onto US 12
23 mi
·
25 min
·
US 12
Exit 102
Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on US 12
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
Lewis and Clark Trail
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
10
Turn slight right onto WA 124
13 ft
·
0 sec
·
State Route 124
11
Keep slight left at fork
94 ft
·
1 sec
12
Turn slight left onto WA 124
0.3 mi
·
23 sec
·
State Route 124
13
Enter roundabout onto Fifth Avenue
116 ft
·
1 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
14
Continue on Fifth Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
Fifth Avenue
15
At end of road, turn right onto West Maple Street
320 ft
·
14 sec
·
West Maple Street
16
Turn left onto Fourth Avenue
281 ft
·
13 sec
·
Fourth Avenue
17
Turn left onto Cherry Street
413 ft
·
18 sec
·
Cherry Street
18
Arrive at destination
Fifth Avenue
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 48.4 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 54m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 68 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 21 miles or 25m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 48.4 miles or 54m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burbank, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Yakima, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Yakima, WA
This is one driving day of about 96.8 miles and 1h 49m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 21 miles from Yakima, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 82 for about 68 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 48.4 mi from Yakima, WA · 54m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
48 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 21 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 48.4 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 68 miles.
Arriving in Burbank, WA
The final approach into Burbank, 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
$20.26 one way
$40.52 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
34 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $21.25 | $42.49 |
| premium | $5.77 | $21.98 | $43.96 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $21.37 | $42.74 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$20
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$45–$70
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 33.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $10 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 29 | 0 | $10.16 | $4.65 |
| Efficient EV | 24.2 | 0 | $8.47 | $3.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 38.7 | 0 | $13.55 | $6.20 |
Gas CO2
34 kg
EV CO2
11 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
Burbank, WA
Night in Burbank on Thursday
Local time
9:17 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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
1h 49m 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 Burbank, WA covers 96.8 miles and takes about 1h 49m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, US 12, Lewis and Clark Trail. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 48.4 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 $20.26 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 96.8 miles you will encounter 12 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: at 69.5 miles (US 12): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 95.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 96.2 miles (Fifth Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Between Yakima, WA and Burbank, WA, road signs point toward I‑182 East and Pasco.
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