How far is Moses Lake, WA from Yakima, WA?
The driving distance from Moses Lake, WA to Yakima, WA is about 101.6 miles (163.5 km), with a travel time of about 01h 38m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 16m 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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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 Yakima.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Moses Lake and Yakima.
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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
65.3 mi · 1 hr 10 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 82 East, WA 97 South: Yakima
1.4 mi · 3 min
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Merge slight left
30.2 mi · 33 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 12 west, North 1st Street
96 m · 5 sec
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Keep slight left
1094 ft · 27 sec
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Continue on Selah Road
774 ft · 13 sec · Selah Road
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Continue on North 1st Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · North 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 Moses Lake 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.
West Broadway Avenue
Take the ramp right
65.3 mi · 01h 10m
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 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 Moses Lake to Yakima?
The road trip is about 101.6 miles (163.5 km) and usually takes 01h 38m 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?
Kittitas is a useful midpoint, sitting about 50.8 miles from Moses Lake and 50.9 miles from Yakima.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 68.5 miles (110.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 33.1 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 3:14 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.73 one way or $37.47 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Rain Showers around Moses Lake and Chance Light Rain near Yakima.
Stop Ideas Near Kittitas
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 Kittitas.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Moses Lake and Yakima. Straight-line distance: 68.52 mi (110.28 km).
#1 Moses Lake
City in Washington
| Population | 24,274 |
| Coordinates | 47.1301400, -119.2780800 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| 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: 164 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 23m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 32m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 41m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 27m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 16m |
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 | $18.73 | $37.47 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $19.93 | $39.86 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $20.66 | $41.32 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $19.57 | $39.14 |
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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