How far is Camas, WA from Kennewick, WA?
Here are the driving distances between Camas, WA and Kennewick, WA:
- Taking I-205 S and I-82 E, the most direct highway route, it is approximately 199 miles (320 km) from Camas to Kennewick. This drive takes around 3 hours 15 minutes in normal traffic.
- Driving on WA-14 E and US-97 S through Yakima is slightly longer at 208 miles (335 km). This way takes around 3 hours 30 minutes.
- Taking more backroad routes like WA-500 E and local roads adds even more distance, approximately 226 miles (364 km) and over 4 hours drive time.
- As the crow flies, the straight line distance between Camas and Kennewick is about 185 miles (298 km).
So in summary, the typical driving distance by highways between Camas and Kennewick is around 200 miles, equating to a 3 hour 15 minute to 3 hour 30 minute drive under normal conditions. The shortest direct distance is about 185 miles as the crow flies. Backroads can add 25+ extra miles.
Fastest route
The distance between Camas, WA and Kennewick, WA is 163.6 miles (262.78 kilometers) by car, following the WA 14 route. The fastest route from Camas to Kennewick is 3 hours 17 mins far apart, if you drive non-stop. The halfway point is Rufus, OR.
Here are the steps to get from Camas to Kennewick by car:
- Head southeast on NE Dallas St toward NE 2nd Ave.
- Continue onto SE 6th Ave.
- SE 6th Ave turns slightly right and becomes SE Union St.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on SE Union St.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto Front St/Frontage Rd.
- At the traffic circle, take the 3rd exit onto the WA-14 E ramp to Kennewick.
- Merge onto WA-14 E.
- At the traffic circle, continue straight to stay on WA-14 E.
- At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto WA-14.
- Turn right onto Bridge of the GodsToll roadEntering Oregon
- Turn right onto US-30/Wa Na Pa StContinue to follow US-30
- Turn left to merge onto I-84 E
- Merge onto I-84 E
- Take exit 179 for I-82 W toward Hermiston/Umatilla
- Continue onto I-82 WEntering Washington
- Take exit 113 for US-395 N toward I-182 N/Kennewick/Pasco
- Continue onto US-395 NPass by McDonald's (on the right in 3.5 mi)
- Turn right onto W Kennewick Ave
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Drive time stays fixed at 03h 21m.
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Camas and Kennewick.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camas and Kennewick.
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Start on Northeast 3rd Avenue
942 ft · 42 sec · Northeast 3rd Avenue
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Turn left onto Northeast Dallas Street
146 m · 16 sec · Northeast Dallas Street
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Continue on Southeast 6th Avenue
1.3 km · 2 min · Southeast 6th Avenue
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Continue on Southeast Union Street
646 ft · 22 sec · Southeast Union Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Southeast 8th Avenue
61 m · 6 sec · Southeast 8th Avenue
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Exit the roundabout onto Southeast 8th Avenue
827 ft · 28 sec · Southeast 8th Avenue
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Continue on C Street
1121 ft · 38 sec · C Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward 2nd Street
16 m · 2 sec · 2nd Street
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Exit the roundabout onto 2nd Street
67 m · 7 sec · 2nd Street
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 4 toward WA 14 East: Kennewick
96 m · 9 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto WA 14 East: Kennewick
1685 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left onto Lewis and Clark Highway
1.2 km · 1 min · Lewis and Clark Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Lewis and Clark Highway
26 m · 1 sec · Lewis and Clark Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Lewis and Clark Highway
1.5 km · 1 min · Lewis and Clark Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
31 m · 2 sec · Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
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Exit the roundabout onto Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
4.5 mi · 6 min · Southeast Lewis and Clark Highway
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Continue on Evergreen Highway
19.9 mi · 28 min · Evergreen Highway
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Turn right onto Bridge of the Gods
1 km · 3 min · Bridge of the Gods
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Turn right onto Wa-Na-Pa Street
1.3 mi · 3 min · Wa-Na-Pa Street
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Continue on Frontage Road
871 ft · 18 sec · Frontage Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 84 East
1487 ft · 20 sec
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Merge slight left onto Columbia River Highway
122.2 mi · 2 hr 14 min · Columbia River Highway
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Continue on Old Oregon Trail Highway
11.4 mi · 12 min · Old Oregon Trail Highway
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Take the exit slight right toward I 82 West: Hermiston, Umatilla
1.3 km · 2 min
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Continue on McNary Highway
29.9 mi · 33 min · McNary Highway
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Keep slight right to continue on Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
3.3 mi · 5 min · Lewis and Clark Trail Highway
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Turn right onto West 10th Avenue
1 mi · 2 min · West 10th Avenue
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Turn left onto South Olympia Street
1.2 km · 1 min · South Olympia Street
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Turn right onto West Kennewick Avenue
46 m · 10 sec · West Kennewick Avenue
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Turn left onto North Newport Street
706 ft · 31 sec · North Newport Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Newport Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Camas and Kennewick.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Columbia River Highway
Merge slight left onto Columbia River Highway
122 mi · 02h 14m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Light Rain leaving Camas and Rain Likely near Kennewick.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Camas to Kennewick?
The road trip is about 199.9 miles (321.7 km) and usually takes 03h 21m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Goldendale is a useful midpoint, sitting about 99.9 miles from Camas and 100 miles from Kennewick.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 162.7 miles (261.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.2 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 10:16 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $36.89 one way or $73.79 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 62.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Light Rain around Camas and Rain Likely near Kennewick.
Stop Ideas Near Goldendale
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Goldendale.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Camas and Kennewick. Straight-line distance: 162.67 mi (261.79 km).
#1 Camas
City in Clark County, Washington, United States
| Population | 25,981 |
| Coordinates | 45.5870600, -122.3995400 |
| Altitude | 22 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kennewick
The second most populous city in Benton County, Washington.
| Population | 84,515 |
| Coordinates | 46.2112500, -119.1372300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Newport Street (-119.137182, 46.21125)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 322 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 39m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 59m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 51m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 29m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular gas | $5.23 | $36.89 | $73.79 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $39.25 | $78.49 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $40.69 | $81.37 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $38.54 | $77.08 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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