How far is Spokane, WA from Kittitas, WA?
The driving distance from Spokane, WA to Kittitas, WA is about 166 miles (267.2 km), with a travel time of about 03h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 147.5 miles (237.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 06h 04m 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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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Spokane and Kittitas.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Spokane and Kittitas.
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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
105.3 mi · 1 hr 53 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Kittitas
1371 ft · 34 sec
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Turn right onto Main Street
1.4 km · 2 min · Main Street
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Turn right onto East First Avenue
45 m · 4 sec · East First Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East First Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Spokane and Kittitas.
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
105 mi · 01h 53m
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.
Rain leaving Spokane and Chance Light Rain near Kittitas.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Spokane to Kittitas?
The road trip is about 166 miles (267.2 km) and usually takes 03h 02m 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?
Warden is a useful midpoint, sitting about 82.8 miles from Spokane and 83.2 miles from Kittitas.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 147.5 miles (237.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 18.5 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 10:56 AM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $30.67 one way or $61.33 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 52.1 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Rain around Spokane and Chance Light Rain near Kittitas.
Stop Ideas Near Warden
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 Warden.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Spokane and Kittitas. Straight-line distance: 147.53 mi (237.43 km).
#1 Spokane
The second most populous city in Washington.
| Population | 222,050 |
| Coordinates | 47.6596600, -117.4290800 |
| Altitude | 571 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Kittitas
City in Kittitas County, Washington, United States
| Population | 1,521 |
| Coordinates | 46.9831800, -120.4170100 |
| Altitude | 502 |
| Country | United States |
End: Kittitas (-120.41701, 46.98318)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 267 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 05h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 04h 09m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 03h 19m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 46m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 02h 04m |
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 | $30.67 | $61.33 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $32.62 | $65.25 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $33.82 | $67.64 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $32.04 | $64.07 |
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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