Trip from Yakima, WA to Granite Falls, WA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

2h 58m

Distance

137.7 mi

222 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$29

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min

4 AM

2h 47m ★

6 AM

2h 58m

8 AM

3h 21m

10 AM

3h 6m

12 PM

3h 4m

3 PM

3h 7m

5 PM

3h 19m

8 PM

2h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Granite Falls, WA

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Trip Overview

This 137.7-mile drive from Yakima, WA, to Granite Falls, WA, is a straightforward 2-hour and 58-minute journey. Primarily utilizing US 97, I 82, and US 97 Alt, it's a route that fits comfortably within a single day, making it an ideal day trip. With an estimated fuel cost of $29, this highway-focused drive offers efficiency for those looking to cover ground. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be navigating familiar terrain throughout your travels. This route is best suited for those prioritizing direct travel over extensive sightseeing.

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

68.9 miles from Yakima, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 23m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 58m. Total distance: 137.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (90%). Straightforward navigation.

Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience, with 90% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll encounter a longest stretch of 56.3 miles on US 97, offering a good opportunity to settle in. The route is characterized by its consistent pace, allowing for steady progress. While the specific road types vary between US 97, I 82, and US 97 Alt, the overall feel is one of efficient travel on well-maintained highways. This isn't a winding, scenic byway, but rather a practical path connecting two points.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.

There are about 22 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 56.3 miles.

Elevation Profile

Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes

3,786 ft 724 ft

Total Climb

3,688 ft

Total Descent

3,652 ft

Highest Point

3,786 ft

~68.9 mi in

Elevation Range

3,062 ft

Notable High Points

3,786 ft at ~68.9 miles +1,145 ft prominence

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 82. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.

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 2h 58m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 32.3 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 37.3 miles (US 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 16 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

1.7 mi into trip | ~3m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

32.3 mi into trip | ~37m in | US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 90 West

37.3 mi into trip | ~43m in | US 97

Take the exit onto US 97 toward US 97 North: Ellensburg, Wenatchee

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward US 97 North: Ellensburg, Wenatchee

37.7 mi into trip | ~44m in | US 97

Enter roundabout onto US 97

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

137.6 mi into trip | ~2h 57m in | Lake Street

Turn sharp right onto Lake Street

Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach

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 Granite Falls, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Wenatchee along the way.

Wenatchee

37.3 mi in | ~43m | via US 97

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
US 97	56.3 mi	1h 11m
I 82	30.3 mi	32m
US 97 Alt	22.8 mi	30m
US 2	14.8 mi	19m
Navarre Coulee Road	9.1 mi	13m
South 1st Street	1.6 mi	3m
South Lakeshore Road	1.3 mi	2m
Ohme Garden Road	1 mi	2m

Longest stretch: US 97 — 56.3 mi, about 1h 11m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Granite Falls, WA.

Start on South 1st Street

1.6 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street

Continue on Selah Road

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Selah Road

Take the ramp

111 ft · 2 sec

Keep slight left at fork

0.2 mi · 31 sec

Merge onto I 82; US 97

30 mi · 32 min · I 82; US 97

Keep slight left at fork onto US 97

5.0 mi · 6 min · US 97

Toward I 90 West

Take the exit onto US 97

0.3 mi · 34 sec · US 97

Toward US 97 North: Ellensburg, Wenatchee

Continue on US 97

0.2 mi · 22 sec · US 97

Enter roundabout onto US 97

161 ft · 9 sec · US 97

Continue on US 97

2.4 mi · 4 min · US 97

Turn right onto US 97

13 mi · 15 min · US 97

At end of road, turn right onto US 97

35 mi · 44 min · US 97

Take the exit onto US 97

15 mi · 19 min · US 2

Enter roundabout onto Easy Street

225 ft · 9 sec · Easy Street

Continue on Easy Street

350 ft · 11 sec · Easy Street

Turn right onto Ohme Garden Road

1.0 mi · 2 min · Ohme Garden Road

Enter roundabout onto US 97 Alt

198 ft · 2 sec · US 97 Alt

Continue on US 97 Alt

23 mi · 30 min · US 97 Alt

Turn left onto WA 971

9.1 mi · 13 min · Navarre Coulee Road

Turn left onto South Lakeshore Road

1.3 mi · 2 min · South Lakeshore Road

Turn sharp right onto Lake Street

0.1 mi · 34 sec · Lake Street

Arrive at destination

Lake Street

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short duration of under 3 hours, you have considerable flexibility in planning your departure time. Consider an early start to maximize your day, or a mid-morning departure to avoid any potential rush hour traffic, though with only one stop suggested, pacing is less of a concern. The estimated fuel cost of $29 makes budgeting simple. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 56.3-mile stretch on US 97, to ensure you have enough to reach your destination comfortably. For this efficient route, a single planned stop should suffice for any necessary breaks.

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.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 68.9 miles from Yakima, WA, or about 1h 23m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 56.3 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 30 miles or 34m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 68.9 miles or 1h 23m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Granite Falls, 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.

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 137.7 miles and 2h 58m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 30 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.

The longest stretch is on US 97 for about 56.3 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 68.9 mi from Yakima, WA · 1h 23m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Leavenworth, WA

69 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

Ellensburg, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 30 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Cashmere, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 68.9 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Granite Falls, WA

The final approach into Granite Falls, 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 Granite Falls, 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

$28.82 one way

$57.64 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 48 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$30.22	$60.45
premium	$5.77	$31.27	$62.54
diesel	$5.61	$30.40	$60.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$29

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$54–$79

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 48.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $14 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	41.3	$14.46	$6.61
Efficient EV	34.4	$12.05	$5.51
EV Truck/SUV	55.1	$19.28	$8.81

Gas CO2

48 kg

EV CO2

16 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.

Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026

Origin

Yakima, WA

Night in Yakima on Thursday

Local time

11:04 PM

PDT

Current temp

44°F

Partly Cloudy

N 8 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 8:16PM PDT until April 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Winter Storm Watch

Winter Storm Watch issued April 12 at 1:40PM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Destination

Granite Falls, WA

Night in Granite Falls on Thursday

Local time

11:04 PM

PDT

Current temp

46°F

Mostly Clear

NW 6 mph 4% chance Live forecast

Flood Warning

Flood Warning issued April 12 at 8:16PM PDT until April 14 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA

Winter Storm Watch

Winter Storm Watch issued April 12 at 1:40PM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

74°F

Leavenworth, WA

69 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

2 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

2h 58m on the road

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.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Yakima, WA to Granite Falls, WA covers 137.7 miles and takes about 2h 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are US 97, I 82, US 97 Alt. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 68.9 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 $28.82 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.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

This is a straightforward 2h 58m drive. You will face about 16 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.

On the drive from Yakima, WA to Granite Falls, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Wenatchee along the way.

Hilly terrain with moderate elevation changes. The route ranges from 724 ft to 3,786 ft elevation with about 3,688 ft of total climbing. There is 1 notable high point along the way.

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Trip from Yakima, WA to Granite Falls, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Who Is This Route For?

Drive Character

Elevation Profile

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in Granite Falls, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Yakima, WA

Granite Falls, WA

Same local time

2 degrees warmer at arrival

2h 58m on the road

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