How far is Pasco, WA from Spokane, WA?

The driving distance from Pasco, WA to Spokane, WA is about 135.8 miles (218.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 08m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 125.9 miles (202.6 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 17m 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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Quick Snapshot
Road
135.76 mi
02h 08m
Flight
125.86 mi
202.55 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
125.86 mi
Kilometers
202.55 km
Flight Time
00h 15m

Driving Distance

Road route
135.76 mi
Kilometers
218.48 km
Drive Time
02h 08m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 02h 08m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Spokane
Wed, Apr 22, 8:16 PM PDT
Return by in Pasco
Wed, Apr 22, 10:25 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Pasco
2026-04-22T18:07
Arrive Spokane
Wed, Apr 22, 8:16 PM PDT
Route Timing
02h 08m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:09 AM to 12:09 PM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
2:12 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Pasco
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Ritzville
WA

Small city, county seat of Adams County, Washington, USA

From Pasco
67.8 mi
01h 04m
To Spokane
68 mi
01h 04m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
63°F
Wednesday

Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
10 to 17 mph SW
Destination
55°F
Wednesday

Rain

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Pasco and Spokane.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Pasco and Spokane.

  1. 1

    Start on North 8th Avenue

    640 ft · 30 sec · North 8th Avenue

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn right onto West Court Street

    1439 ft · 45 sec · West Court Street

  3. 3

    Turn left onto North 4th Avenue

    2695 ft · 1 min · North 4th Avenue

  4. 4

    Take the ramp left

    1164 ft · 29 sec

  5. 5

    Merge slight left onto Lewis and Clark Trail

    1473 ft · 21 sec · Lewis and Clark Trail

  6. 6

    Take the exit slight right toward US 395 north, SR 397 south (Oregon Street): Spokane, Finley

    859 ft · 21 sec

  7. 7

    Keep slight left to continue on US 395

    1416 ft · 35 sec

  8. 8

    Keep slight right to continue on US 395 North: Spokane

    130.7 mi · 2 hr 21 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight right

    1.8 mi · 2 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight right toward Maple Street, Lincoln Street, Walnut Street

    1203 ft · 31 sec

  11. 11

    Continue on West 5th Avenue

    117 m · 13 sec · West 5th Avenue

  12. 12

    Turn straight onto West Freeway Avenue

    1151 ft · 33 sec · West Freeway Avenue

  13. 13

    Continue on West 4th Avenue

    1027 ft · 31 sec · West 4th Avenue

  14. 14

    Continue on West 4th Avenue

    51 m · 5 sec · West 4th Avenue

  15. 15

    Continue on South Lincoln Street

    2275 ft · 1 min · South Lincoln Street

  16. 16

    Turn left onto West Main Avenue

    846 ft · 35 sec · West Main Avenue

  17. 17

    Turn right

    8 m · 9 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto South Gorge Trail

    48 m · 17 sec · South Gorge Trail

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · South Gorge Trail

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Pasco and Spokane.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
19 steps
6 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
5
2 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
14 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
US 395 north
133 mi · 98%
North 4th Avenue
0.73 mi · 1%
South Lincoln Street
0.43 mi
Lewis and Clark Trail
0.28 mi
West Court Street
0.27 mi
US 395
0.27 mi
Longest Stretch

US 395 North

Keep slight right to continue on US 395 North: Spokane

131 mi · 02h 21m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

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.

Drive Time
02h 08m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 18m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+9.9 mi
125.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ritzville
01h 04m from Pasco
Leave By
2:12 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Rain Likely leaving Pasco and Rain near Spokane.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Pasco to Spokane?

The road trip is about 135.8 miles (218.5 km) and usually takes 02h 08m 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?

Ritzville is a useful midpoint, sitting about 67.8 miles from Pasco and 68 miles from Spokane.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 125.9 miles (202.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 9.9 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 2:12 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $25.07 one way or $50.13 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 42.6 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Pasco and Rain near Spokane.

Stop Ideas Near Ritzville

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Ritzville and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Ritzville Park
Scenic stop 7.9 mi away

City of Ritzville Park

Ritzville , WA
Ritzville, WA 99169
Rating 4.4/5 161 reviews Tourist attraction,Park
Ritzville City Hall
Meeting point 8 mi away

Ritzville City Hall

Ritzville , WA
216 E Main Ave, Ritzville, WA 99169
Rating 4.0/5 1 reviews City government office
Ritzville Fire Department
Nearby stop 7.8 mi away

Ritzville Fire Department

Ritzville , WA
216 E Main Ave, Ritzville, WA 99169
Fire station

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Ritzville.

BUS

Ritzville, Washington

1 mi away
1503 South Smittys Blvd.
BUS

Moses Lake, Washington

66 mi away
1819 East Kittleson Road
BUS

Colfax, Washington

82 mi away
610 South Main St.
RAIL

Ephrata

91 mi away
24 Alder St NW

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Pasco and Spokane. Straight-line distance: 125.86 mi (202.55 km).

Pasco

#1 Pasco

The third most populous city in Franklin County, Washington.

Population77,095
Coordinates46.2395800, -119.1005700
Altitude118
CountryUnited States
Spokane

#2 Spokane

The second most populous city in Washington.

Population222,050
Coordinates47.6596600, -117.4290800
Altitude571
CountryUnited States
Start: North 8th Avenue (-119.100625, 46.239581)
End: West Main Avenue (-117.429081, 47.659029)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 218 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)04h 31m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)03h 23m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 42m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)02h 15m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 56m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 41m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
4.79 gal
18.13 L · about $25.07
Round trip
$50.13
9.58 gal · 36.26 L
Estimated CO2
42.6 kg one way
Round trip: 85.1 kg / 188 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $25.07 $50.13
Mid-grade $5.57 $26.67 $53.33
Premium $5.77 $27.64 $55.29
Diesel $5.47 $26.19 $52.37

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · Apr 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Pasco and Spokane. The current time is 18:07:57.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.