How far is Richland, WA from Yakima, WA?
The driving distance from Richland, WA to Yakima, WA is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km), with a travel time of about 01h 17m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 62.1 miles (100 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 34m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 17m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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.
City in Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Rain Likely
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Richland and Yakima.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Richland and Yakima.
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Start on Williams Boulevard
34 m · 10 sec · Williams Boulevard
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Turn left onto Stevens Drive
1.1 mi · 3 min · Stevens Drive
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Turn left onto Wellsian Way
1.2 km · 2 min · Wellsian Way
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Aaron Drive
807 ft · 21 sec · Aaron Drive
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Take the ramp straight toward I 182 West: Yakima
1550 ft · 24 sec
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Merge slight left
3.1 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight right to continue on I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
69.1 mi · 1 hr 15 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Yakima Avenue, Terrace Heights
671 ft · 16 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on Yakima Avenue
2705 ft · 1 min
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Turn straight onto East Yakima Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · East Yakima Avenue
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Turn left onto South 1st Street
23 m · 2 sec · South 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 Richland 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 82 West
Keep slight right to continue on I 82 West, US 12 West: Prosser, Yakima
69.1 mi · 01h 15m
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.
Rain Likely leaving Richland 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 Richland to Yakima?
The road trip is about 75.9 miles (122.1 km) and usually takes 01h 17m 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?
Sunnyside is a useful midpoint, sitting about 37.9 miles from Richland and 38 miles from Yakima.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 62.1 miles (100 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 3:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.02 one way or $28.05 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 23.8 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain Likely around Richland and Chance Light Rain near Yakima.
Stop Ideas Near Sunnyside
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 Sunnyside.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Richland and Yakima. Straight-line distance: 62.12 mi (99.98 km).
#1 Richland
The most populous city in Benton County, Washington.
| Population | 59,439 |
| Coordinates | 46.2856900, -119.2844600 |
| Altitude | 117 |
| 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: 122 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 53m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 15m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 05m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 56m |
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 | $14.02 | $28.05 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $14.92 | $29.84 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $15.47 | $30.93 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $14.65 | $29.30 |
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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