How far is Moses Lake, WA from Auburn, WA?
The driving distance from Moses Lake, WA to Auburn, WA is about 177.5 miles (285.6 km), with a travel time of about 02h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 139 miles (223.7 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 46m 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 53m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Kittitas County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Moses Lake and Auburn.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moses Lake and Auburn.
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Start on South Division Street
120 m · 16 sec · South Division Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto West Broadway Avenue
2.7 mi · 4 min · West Broadway Avenue
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Take the ramp right
150.3 mi · 2 hr 44 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 18 West: Auburn
1248 ft · 30 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on SR 18 west, Snoqualmie Parkway: Auburn, Tacoma
137 m · 13 sec
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Merge slight right onto Snoqualmie Parkway
1780 ft · 25 sec · Snoqualmie Parkway
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Continue on State Route 18
23.2 mi · 30 min · State Route 18
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 164 East: Auburn
831 ft · 25 sec
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Turn right onto Auburn Way South
98 m · 13 sec · Auburn Way South
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Turn left onto Cross Street Southeast
762 ft · 20 sec · Cross Street Southeast
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Turn right onto A Street Southeast
962 ft · 29 sec · A Street Southeast
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Turn right onto East Main Street
8 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Main Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Moses Lake and Auburn.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
West Broadway Avenue
Take the ramp right
150 mi · 02h 44m
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.
Chance Rain Showers leaving Moses Lake and Light Rain Likely near Auburn.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Moses Lake to Auburn?
The road trip is about 177.5 miles (285.6 km) and usually takes 02h 53m 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?
Cle Elum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 88.6 miles from Moses Lake and 88.9 miles from Auburn.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 139 miles (223.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.5 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 12:44 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $32.76 one way or $65.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 55.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Moses Lake and Light Rain Likely near Auburn.
Stop Ideas Near Cle Elum
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 Cle Elum.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moses Lake and Auburn. Straight-line distance: 138.99 mi (223.68 km).
#1 Moses Lake
City in Washington
| Population | 24,274 |
| Coordinates | 47.1301400, -119.2780800 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Auburn
The second most populous city in Pierce County, Washington.
| Population | 81,024 |
| Coordinates | 47.3073200, -122.2284500 |
| Altitude | 25 |
| Country | United States |
End: A Street Southeast (-122.228563, 47.307325)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 286 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 26m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 32m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 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 | $32.76 | $65.52 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $34.85 | $69.70 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $36.13 | $72.25 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $34.22 | $68.45 |
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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