How far is Connell, WA from Yakima, WA?
The driving distance from Connell, WA to Yakima, WA is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 50m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 40m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 50m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Grant County, Washington (state), USA
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Driving Route Map
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Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connell and Yakima.
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Start on East Clark Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · East Clark Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto SR 260
5.8 mi · 10 min · SR 260
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Continue on Hendricks Road
16.9 mi · 23 min · Hendricks Road
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Turn left onto State Route 24
25.3 mi · 30 min · State Route 24
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At the end of the road, turn left
5.4 mi · 7 min
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Turn right onto State Route 24
38.4 mi · 47 min · State Route 24
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Continue on East Nob Hill Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · East Nob Hill Boulevard
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Turn right onto South 1st Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · South 1st Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Connell and Yakima.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 24
Turn right onto State Route 24
38.4 mi · 00h 47m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Rain Likely leaving Connell and Chance Light Rain near Yakima.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Connell to Yakima?
The road trip is about 96.7 miles (155.7 km) and usually takes 01h 50m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Desert Aire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Connell and 49.2 miles from Yakima.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:50 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.84 one way or $35.69 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 30.3 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Connell and Chance Light Rain near Yakima.
Stop Ideas Near Desert Aire
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 Desert Aire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Connell and Yakima. Straight-line distance: 78.15 mi (125.77 km).
#1 Connell
City in Franklin County, Washington, United States
| Population | 5,503 |
| Coordinates | 46.6634700, -118.8611100 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Yakima
The second most populous city in Yakima County, Washington.
| Population | 94,322 |
| Coordinates | 46.6020700, -120.5059000 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
End: South 1st Street (-120.50599, 46.602051)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 156 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 13m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 56m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 36m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 12m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.23 | $17.84 | $35.69 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $18.98 | $37.97 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $19.68 | $39.36 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $18.64 | $37.28 |
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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