Origin
Yakima, WA
Evening in Yakima on Thursday
Local time
8:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Yakima, WA to Prosser, WA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
58m
Distance
49.3 mi
79 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 54m
★
6 AM
0h 58m
8 AM
1h 8m
10 AM
1h 2m
12 PM
1h 1m
3 PM
1h 2m
5 PM
1h 7m
8 PM
0h 55m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Prosser, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 49.3-mile drive from Yakima, WA, to Prosser, WA, is easily manageable in just 58 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. The route is primarily highway-focused, with 93% of it on major roads like I-82. You'll find the fuel cost to be around $10, and with no designated stops, this trip is all about efficient travel between these two points in the Pacific Coast region. It’s a simple, direct journey perfect for a quick transit or a specific destination visit.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 58m. Total distance: 49.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway experience on this route, with 93% of the drive taking place on major roads. You'll spend a significant portion of the 58 minutes on I-82, including a continuous stretch of 45.9 miles. This highway-focused profile means you're likely to encounter consistent speeds and a predictable road surface for most of the journey. The transition to roads like Wine Country Road and East Chestnut Avenue will mark the final approach to Prosser, offering a slight change in scenery and speed as you complete the 49.3-mile trip.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 12 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 45.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 82 and Wine Country Road. 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 58m drive. You will face about 9 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (I 82; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 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
4
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp
Navigation decision point
4
5.3 mi into trip
|
~8m in
|
I 82; US 12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
4
47.3 mi into trip
|
~53m in
Take the exit toward Prosser
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early
Toward Prosser
4
49.1 mi into trip
|
~57m in
|
7th Street
Turn right onto 7th Street
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 82 | 45.9 mi | 50m |
| Wine Country Road | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| East Chestnut Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 7th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Gap Road | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| South 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| South Fair Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Bennett Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 82
— 45.9 mi, about 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima, WA and Prosser, 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
42 mi
·
45 min
·
I 82; US 12
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward Prosser
8
Turn right onto Gap Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Gap Road
9
Continue on Wine Country Road
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Wine Country Road
10
Turn right onto 7th Street
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
·
7th Street
11
Turn left onto Bennett Avenue
71 ft
·
3 sec
·
Bennett Avenue
12
Arrive at destination
Bennett Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.7 mi from Yakima, WA · 29m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
25 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 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.7 miles from Yakima, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Prosser, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Prosser, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.32 one way
$20.64 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.82 | $21.64 |
| premium | $5.77 | $11.20 | $22.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.88 | $21.77 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$10
Estimated CO2 emission: 17.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.8 | 0 | $5.18 | $2.37 |
| Efficient EV | 12.3 | 0 | $4.31 | $1.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.90 | $3.16 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Prosser, WA
Evening in Prosser on Thursday
Local time
8:59 PM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
46°F
Granger, WA
25 mi in
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
1 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
58m 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 Prosser, WA covers 49.3 miles and takes about 58m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 82, Wine Country Road, East Chestnut Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.7 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 $10.32 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 58m drive. You will face about 9 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 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 5.3 miles (I 82; US 12): Highway fork - watch signs carefully.
The route from Yakima, WA to Prosser, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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