How far is North Creek, WA from Spokane Valley, WA?
The driving distance from North Creek, WA to Spokane Valley, WA is about 298.5 miles (480.4 km), with a travel time of about 04h 44m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 229.5 miles (369.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 09h 29m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT.
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This drive is better planned with a longer stop or an overnight stay.
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Halfway Point
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City in Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Creek and Spokane Valley.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Creek and Spokane Valley.
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Start on Kotschevar Road
35 m · 6 sec · Kotschevar Road
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Turn right onto Jewell Road
113 m · 15 sec · Jewell Road
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Turn right onto 43rd Avenue Southeast
3075 ft · 3 min · 43rd Avenue Southeast
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Maltby Road
2157 ft · 53 sec · Maltby Road
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward Maltby Road
41 m · 3 sec · Maltby Road
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Exit the roundabout onto Maltby Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Maltby Road
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Turn right onto State Route 9
1.5 mi · 3 min · State Route 9
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Take the ramp right toward WA 522 West: Seattle
1595 ft · 39 sec
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Merge slight left onto State Route 522
2.3 mi · 3 min · State Route 522
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Take the exit slight right toward I 405 South: Bellevue
1.3 km · 59 sec
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Turn slight left
11.6 mi · 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle
2527 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 East: Spokane
2797 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
267.7 mi · 4 hr 51 min
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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 North Creek 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
268 mi · 04h 51m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A longer out-and-back drive
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
Chance Light Rain leaving North Creek and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain near Spokane Valley.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Creek to Spokane Valley?
The road trip is about 298.5 miles (480.4 km) and usually takes 04h 44m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This is still possible in one day, but it becomes a long driving day. Leaving early and planning your stop window matters more here.
What is the halfway point on this route?
George is a useful midpoint, sitting about 149.3 miles from North Creek and 149.2 miles from Spokane Valley.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 229.5 miles (369.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 69 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 6:00 AM to 8:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:30 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $55.10 one way or $110.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 93.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around North Creek and Partly Sunny then Slight Chance Light Rain near Spokane Valley.
Stop Ideas Near George
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Creek and Spokane Valley. Straight-line distance: 229.55 mi (369.42 km).
#1 North Creek
Census-designated place in Warren County, New York
| Population | 26,410 |
| Coordinates | 47.8195400, -122.1762400 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| 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: 480 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 56m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 27m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 58m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 58m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 15m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 43m |
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 | $55.10 | $110.21 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $58.62 | $117.24 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $60.77 | $121.54 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $57.57 | $115.14 |
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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