How far is Kennewick, WA from Wenatchee, WA?
The driving distance from Kennewick, WA to Wenatchee, WA is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 53m 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 02h 56m.
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Kennewick and Wenatchee.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kennewick and Wenatchee.
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Start on North Newport Street
706 ft · 38 sec · North Newport Street
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Turn left onto West Kennewick Avenue
2790 ft · 1 min · West Kennewick Avenue
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Turn left onto North Fruitland Street
2961 ft · 2 min · North Fruitland Street
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Turn left onto West Columbia Drive
2787 ft · 1 min · West Columbia Drive
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward the route
669 ft · 9 sec
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Exit the roundabout
6.4 mi · 8 min
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Keep slight right
1.4 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 240 West: Vantage, Wellsian Way
1709 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on WA 240 West: Vantage
1240 ft · 17 sec
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Merge slight left onto Bypass Highway
3.9 mi · 6 min · Bypass Highway
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Turn left onto Vantage Highway
8.3 mi · 11 min · Vantage Highway
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Turn slight left
36 m · 2 sec
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
32 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
75 m · 4 sec
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Turn straight onto Vantage Highway
39.8 mi · 51 min · Vantage Highway
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward State Route 243
26 m · 2 sec · State Route 243
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 243
14.3 mi · 21 min · State Route 243
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At the end of the road, turn left
1.4 km · 1 min
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Take the ramp slight right toward I 90 East: Spokane
1796 ft · 44 sec
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Merge slight left
11.5 mi · 12 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 281 North: Quincy, Wenatchee
1198 ft · 36 sec
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Turn left
5.6 mi · 8 min
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Turn left onto White Trail Road
8.8 mi · 12 min · White Trail Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward State Route 28
47 m · 5 sec · State Route 28
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Exit the roundabout onto State Route 28
26 mi · 34 min · State Route 28
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Turn slight right onto Wenatchee Avenue
715 ft · 26 sec
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Turn straight onto South Wenatchee Avenue
1.6 km · 3 min · South Wenatchee Avenue
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Turn right onto Orondo Avenue
10 m · 1 sec · Orondo Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Orondo Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Kennewick and Wenatchee.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
Vantage Highway
Turn straight onto Vantage Highway
39.8 mi · 00h 51m
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 Sunny leaving Kennewick and Mostly Sunny near Wenatchee.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Kennewick to Wenatchee?
The road trip is about 131.4 miles (211.5 km) and usually takes 02h 56m 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?
Mattawa is a useful midpoint, sitting about 65.6 miles from Kennewick and 65.8 miles from Wenatchee.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 100.5 miles (161.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 30.9 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 12:36 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $24.28 one way or $48.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 41.2 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Kennewick and Mostly Sunny near Wenatchee.
Stop Ideas Near Mattawa
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 Mattawa.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Kennewick and Wenatchee. Straight-line distance: 100.46 mi (161.67 km).
#1 Kennewick
The second most populous city in Benton County, Washington.
| Population | 84,515 |
| Coordinates | 46.2112500, -119.1372300 |
| Altitude | 124 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Wenatchee
City in Chelan County, Washington
| Population | 34,219 |
| Coordinates | 47.4234600, -120.3103500 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Wenatchee (-120.31035, 47.42346)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 211 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 22m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 17m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 52m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 38m |
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 | $24.28 | $48.56 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $25.83 | $51.66 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $26.78 | $53.55 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $25.37 | $50.73 |
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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