How far is Goldendale, WA from Yakima, WA?
The driving distance from Goldendale, WA to Yakima, WA is about 70 miles (112.6 km), with a travel time of about 01h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 56 miles (90.2 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 33m 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 16m.
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
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City in Yakima County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Goldendale and Yakima.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Goldendale and Yakima.
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Start on East Allyn Street
74 m · 13 sec · East Allyn Street
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Turn right onto South Columbus Avenue
860 ft · 26 sec · South Columbus Avenue
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Turn right onto East Broadway Street
1.6 km · 2 min · East Broadway Street
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Turn left
48.2 mi · 56 min
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Continue on South Elm Street
1.1 km · 1 min · South Elm Street
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Continue on Buena Way
1.2 km · 1 min · Buena Way
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Continue on Evergreen Highway
1.8 mi · 3 min · Evergreen Highway
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Continue on Buena Road
683 ft · 12 sec · Buena Road
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Take the ramp slight right
1674 ft · 41 sec
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Merge slight left
16.4 mi · 18 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights
671 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Yakima Avenue
2705 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto East Yakima Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · East Yakima Avenue
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
23 m · 2 sec · 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 Goldendale and Yakima.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Longest stretch
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48.2 mi · 00h 56m
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.
Sunny leaving Goldendale and Sunny near Yakima.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Goldendale to Yakima?
The road trip is about 70 miles (112.6 km) and usually takes 01h 16m 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?
Toppenish is a useful midpoint, sitting about 35.4 miles from Goldendale and 34.5 miles from Yakima.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 56 miles (90.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 14 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 3:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $12.93 one way or $25.85 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 22 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Goldendale and Sunny near Yakima.
Stop Ideas Near Toppenish
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 Toppenish.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Goldendale and Yakima. Straight-line distance: 56.06 mi (90.22 km).
#1 Goldendale
City in Washington state
| Population | 3,669 |
| Coordinates | 45.8206800, -120.8217300 |
| Altitude | 499 |
| 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: 113 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 19m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 23m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 52m |
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 | $12.93 | $25.85 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $13.75 | $27.50 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $14.25 | $28.51 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $13.50 | $27.01 |
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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