How far is Spokane, WA from Warden, WA?

The driving distance from Spokane, WA to Warden, WA is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 56m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 53m 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
100.2 mi
01h 56m
Flight
89.32 mi
143.75 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
89.32 mi
Kilometers
143.75 km
Flight Time
00h 10m

Driving Distance

Road route
100.2 mi
Kilometers
161.25 km
Drive Time
01h 56m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 56m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Warden
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM PDT
Return by in Spokane
Thu, Apr 23, 8:32 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Spokane
2026-04-23T04:39
Arrive Warden
Thu, Apr 23, 6:36 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 56m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:57 AM to 11:57 AM PDT

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

Leave by
2:36 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Spokane
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 Spokane
50 mi
00h 58m
To Warden
50.2 mi
00h 58m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
60°F
Thursday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
8 mph N
Destination
65°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
10 to 14 mph N

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on South Gorge Trail

    48 m · 21 sec · South Gorge Trail

  2. 2

    Turn right

    8 m · 9 sec

  3. 3

    Turn left onto West Main Avenue

    141 m · 20 sec · West Main Avenue

  4. 4

    Turn right onto North Monroe Street

    25 m · 2 sec · North Monroe Street

  5. 5

    Turn slight right

    53 m · 10 sec

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto West Riverside Avenue

    1462 ft · 42 sec · West Riverside Avenue

  7. 7

    Continue on West Riverside Avenue

    809 ft · 25 sec · West Riverside Avenue

  8. 8

    Turn left onto South Maple Street

    1648 ft · 40 sec · South Maple Street

  9. 9

    Take the ramp slight right

    856 ft · 21 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    1.8 mi · 2 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight left

    56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight left

    31.9 mi · 34 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward Warden, U Road Northwest/Southeast

    1527 ft · 44 sec

  14. 14

    Turn left onto Road U Southeast

    8.1 mi · 14 min · Road U Southeast

  15. 15

    Turn left onto West 1st Street

    1321 ft · 30 sec · West 1st Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto South Main Street

    731 ft · 25 sec · South Main Street

  17. 17

    Turn left onto East 3rd Street

    66 m · 10 sec · East 3rd Street

  18. 18

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East 3rd Street

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Straightforward drive

The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.

Directions
18 steps
10 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
3
1 merges, 2 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
18 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
South Maple Street
91.1 mi · 91%
Road U Southeast
8.1 mi · 8%
West Riverside Avenue
0.43 mi
West 1st Street
0.25 mi
South Main Street
0.14 mi
West Main Avenue
0.09 mi
Longest Stretch

South Maple Street

Keep slight left

56.6 mi · 01h 01m

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
01h 56m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 54m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+10.9 mi
89.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Ritzville
00h 58m from Spokane
Leave By
2:36 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Chance Light Rain leaving Spokane and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Warden.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 100.2 miles (161.2 km) and usually takes 01h 56m 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 50 miles from Spokane and 50.2 miles from Warden.

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

The direct path is about 89.3 miles (143.7 km), while the road route adds roughly 10.9 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 2:36 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $18.47 one way or $36.94 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 31.4 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Spokane and Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny near Warden.

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 8.9 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 8.9 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 9.1 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 Spokane and Warden. Straight-line distance: 89.32 mi (143.75 km).

Spokane

#1 Spokane

The second most populous city in Washington.

Population222,050
Coordinates47.6596600, -117.4290800
Altitude571
CountryUnited States
Warden

#2 Warden

City in United States

Population2,834
Coordinates46.9676400, -119.0397300
Altitude397
CountryUnited States
Start: Spokane (-117.42908, 47.65966)
End: Warden (-119.03973, 46.96764)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 161 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 20m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 30m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 00m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 40m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 25m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 15m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.53 gal
13.38 L · about $18.47
Round trip
$36.94
7.06 gal · 26.76 L
Estimated CO2
31.4 kg one way
Round trip: 62.7 kg / 138 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $18.47 $36.94
Mid-grade $5.57 $19.65 $39.30
Premium $5.77 $20.37 $40.74
Diesel $5.47 $19.30 $38.60

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 Spokane and Warden. The current time is 04:39:38.

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.