How far is Ellensburg, WA from Spokane Valley, WA?
The driving distance from Ellensburg, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is about 181.4 miles (292 km), with a travel time of about 02h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 161.8 miles (260.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 43m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Ellensburg and Spokane Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ellensburg and Spokane Valley.
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Start on West 5th Avenue
66 m · 15 sec · West 5th Avenue
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Turn left onto North Main Street
1.4 km · 3 min · North Main Street
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Continue on Canyon Road
1.5 km · 2 min · Canyon Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward I 90 East: Spokane, Yakima
40 m · 11 sec
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Exit the roundabout onto I 90 East: Spokane, Yakima
2123 ft · 56 sec
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Merge slight left
167.7 mi · 3 hr
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Merge slight right
11.3 mi · 14 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 27
2039 ft · 52 sec
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Turn left onto North Pines Road
45 m · 11 sec · North Pines Road
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North Pines Road
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Ellensburg and Spokane Valley.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
I 90 East
Merge slight left
168 mi · 03h 00m
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.
Mostly Cloudy leaving Ellensburg and Chance Rain Showers near Spokane Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Ellensburg to Spokane Valley?
The road trip is about 181.4 miles (292 km) and usually takes 02h 51m 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?
Warden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 90.7 miles from Ellensburg and 90.8 miles from Spokane Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 161.8 miles (260.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 19.6 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 12:46 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $33.49 one way or $66.98 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 56.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Cloudy around Ellensburg and Chance Rain Showers near Spokane Valley.
Stop Ideas Near Warden
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 Warden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Ellensburg and Spokane Valley. Straight-line distance: 161.81 mi (260.4 km).
#1 Ellensburg
City in Kittitas County, Washington, United States
| Population | 21,576 |
| Coordinates | 46.9965100, -120.5478500 |
| Altitude | 470 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Spokane Valley
The most populous city in Spokane County, Washington.
| Population | 102,893 |
| Coordinates | 47.6732300, -117.2393700 |
| Altitude | 615 |
| Country | United States |
End: North Pines Road (-117.239528, 47.673234)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 292 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 06h 02m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 03h 01m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 35m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 15m |
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 | $33.49 | $66.98 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $35.63 | $71.26 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $36.93 | $73.87 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $34.99 | $69.98 |
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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