How far is Spokane, WA from Bainbridge Island, WA?
The driving distance from Spokane, WA to Bainbridge Island, WA is about 289 miles (465.1 km), with a travel time of about 05h 51m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 237 miles (381.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 11h 42m 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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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spokane and Bainbridge Island.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane and Bainbridge Island.
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Start on South Gorge Trail
48 m · 21 sec · South Gorge Trail
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Turn right
8 m · 9 sec
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Turn left onto West Main Avenue
141 m · 20 sec · West Main Avenue
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Turn right onto North Monroe Street
2139 ft · 1 min · North Monroe Street
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Turn slight right onto West Freeway Avenue
643 ft · 18 sec · West Freeway Avenue
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Keep slight left to continue on West Freeway Avenue
57 m · 5 sec · West Freeway Avenue
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Take the ramp straight toward I 90 West: Seattle
1245 ft · 30 sec
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Merge slight left
2 mi · 3 min
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Keep slight left
56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min
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Keep slight left
218.5 mi · 3 hr 59 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, James Street, Madison Street
1.2 km · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on James Street
1486 ft · 44 sec
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Turn left onto James Street
1960 ft · 1 min · James Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Yesler Way
40 m · 6 sec · Yesler Way
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Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
102 m · 23 sec · 1st Avenue South
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Turn right onto South Washington Street
110 m · 16 sec · South Washington Street
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Turn right onto Alaskan Way South
97 m · 17 sec · Alaskan Way South
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Turn left onto Colman Dock
65 m · 11 sec · Colman Dock
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Take the exit slight right
69 m · 6 sec
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Merge slight left onto Colman Dock
108 m · 22 sec · Colman Dock
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Continue on Colman Dock
88 m · 19 sec · Colman Dock
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Continue on Colman Dock
48 m · 9 sec · Colman Dock
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Turn straight onto Seattle–Bainbridge Ferry
8.5 mi · 37 min · Seattle–Bainbridge Ferry
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Continue on Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal
129 m · 36 sec · Bainbridge Island Ferry Terminal
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Continue on Olympic Drive Southeast
1109 ft · 39 sec · Olympic Drive Southeast
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Turn left onto Winslow Way East
1692 ft · 1 min · Winslow Way East
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Turn right onto Madison Avenue North
149 m · 17 sec · Madison Avenue North
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Madison Avenue North
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spokane and Bainbridge Island.
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 West
Keep slight left
218 mi · 03h 59m
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.
Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Spokane and Mostly Sunny near Bainbridge Island.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spokane to Bainbridge Island?
The road trip is about 289 miles (465.1 km) and usually takes 05h 51m 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 144.2 miles from Spokane and 144.8 miles from Bainbridge Island.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 237 miles (381.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 52 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 5:18 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $53.38 one way or $106.75 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 90.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Rain Showers then Slight Chance Showers And Thunderstorms around Spokane and Mostly Sunny near Bainbridge Island.
Stop Ideas Near George
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 George.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spokane and Bainbridge Island. Straight-line distance: 237.02 mi (381.44 km).
#1 Spokane
The second most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 222,050 |
| Coordinates | 47.6596600, -117.4290800 |
| Altitude | 571 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Bainbridge Island
City in Kitsap County, Washington, United States
| Population | 25,358 |
| Coordinates | 47.6262100, -122.5212400 |
| Altitude | 27 |
| Country | United States |
End: Bainbridge Island (-122.52124, 47.62621)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 465 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 09h 37m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 07h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 05h 46m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 04h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 04h 07m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 03h 36m |
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 | $53.38 | $106.75 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $56.78 | $113.57 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $58.86 | $117.73 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $55.76 | $111.53 |
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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