How far is North Creek, WA from Yakima, WA?
The driving distance from North Creek, WA to Yakima, WA is about 153.1 miles (246.4 km), with a travel time of about 02h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 115 miles (185 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 07m 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 33m.
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 Kittitas County, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between North Creek and Yakima.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between North Creek and Yakima.
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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
100.5 mi · 1 hr 52 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima
31.3 mi · 34 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 North Creek and Yakima.
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
101 mi · 01h 52m
Route Summary
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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 Light Rain leaving North Creek and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Yakima.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from North Creek to Yakima?
The road trip is about 153.1 miles (246.4 km) and usually takes 02h 33m 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?
Roslyn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 76.7 miles from North Creek and 76.4 miles from Yakima.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 115 miles (185 km), while the road route adds roughly 38.1 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 1:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $28.26 one way or $56.52 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 48 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around North Creek and Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny near Yakima.
Stop Ideas Near Roslyn
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Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between North Creek and Yakima. Straight-line distance: 114.98 mi (185.05 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 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: 246 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 06m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 49m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 03m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 33m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 11m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 54m |
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 | $28.26 | $56.52 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $30.06 | $60.12 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $31.16 | $62.33 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $29.52 | $59.04 |
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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