How far is Spokane Valley, WA from Connell, WA?

The driving distance from Spokane Valley, WA to Connell, WA is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 04m 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
109.82 mi
02h 02m
Flight
103.3 mi
166.24 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
103.3 mi
Kilometers
166.24 km
Flight Time
00h 12m

Driving Distance

Road route
109.82 mi
Kilometers
176.74 km
Drive Time
02h 02m

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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 02m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Connell
Thu, Apr 23, 7:30 AM PDT
Return by in Spokane Valley
Thu, Apr 23, 9:33 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Spokane Valley
2026-04-23T05:28
Arrive Connell
Thu, Apr 23, 7:30 AM PDT
Route Timing
02h 02m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
10:02 AM to 12:02 PM PDT

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

Leave by
2:26 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Spokane Valley
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
Sprague
WA

City in Lincoln County, Washington, United States

From Spokane Valley
54.8 mi
01h 01m
To Connell
55 mi
01h 01m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
58°F
Thursday

Chance Light Rain

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 mph NW
Destination
64°F
Thursday

Slight Chance Light Rain then Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
10 mph NW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Spokane Valley and Connell.

  1. 1

    Start on North Pines Road

    820 ft · 27 sec · North Pines Road

  2. 2

    Turn left onto East Montgomery Avenue

    47 m · 6 sec · East Montgomery Avenue

  3. 3

    Take the ramp slight left

    1753 ft · 43 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left onto Spokane Valley Freeway

    11.3 mi · 14 min · Spokane Valley Freeway

  5. 5

    Keep slight left

    56.6 mi · 1 hr 1 min

  6. 6

    Keep slight right to continue on Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway

    40.3 mi · 43 min · Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway

  7. 7

    Turn right onto Lind Road

    590 ft · 16 sec · Lind Road

  8. 8

    Continue on North Columbia Avenue

    1.5 km · 2 min · North Columbia Avenue

  9. 9

    At the end of the road, turn left onto North Columbia Avenue

    95 m · 16 sec · North Columbia Avenue

  10. 10

    Turn left onto East Clark Street

    14 m · 2 sec · East Clark Street

  11. 11

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · East Clark Street

Car Route Details

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

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
11 steps
4 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
2
1 merges, 1 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
10 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Spokane Valley Freeway
67.9 mi · 62%
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
40.3 mi · 37%
North Columbia Avenue
0.96 mi · 1%
East Montgomery Avenue
0.36 mi
North Pines Road
0.16 mi
Lind Road
0.11 mi
Longest Stretch

Spokane Valley Freeway

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
02h 02m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
04h 04m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.5 mi
103.3 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Sprague
01h 01m from Spokane Valley
Leave By
2:26 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

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

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Spokane Valley to Connell?

The road trip is about 109.8 miles (176.7 km) and usually takes 02h 02m 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?

Sprague is a useful midpoint, sitting about 54.8 miles from Spokane Valley and 55 miles from Connell.

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

The direct path is about 103.3 miles (166.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.5 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 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:26 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $20.30 one way or $40.61 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 34.5 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Sprague

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 Sprague and the surrounding midpoint area.
City of Ritzville Park
Scenic stop 12.9 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 12.9 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 13.1 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 Sprague.

BUS

Ritzville, Washington

36 mi away
1503 South Smittys Blvd.
RAIL

Spokane Intermodal Center

58 mi away
221 W. 1st Avenue
BUS

Colfax, Washington

66 mi away
610 South Main St.
BUS

Deer Park, WA

81 mi away
822 South Main Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Spokane Valley and Connell. Straight-line distance: 103.3 mi (166.24 km).

Spokane Valley

#1 Spokane Valley

The most populous city in Spokane County, Washington.

Population102,893
Coordinates47.6732300, -117.2393700
Altitude615
CountryUnited States
Connell

#2 Connell

City in Franklin County, Washington, United States

Population5,503
Coordinates46.6634700, -118.8611100
Altitude258
CountryUnited States
Start: Spokane Valley (-117.23937, 47.67323)
End: Connell (-118.86111, 46.66347)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 177 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)03h 39m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)02h 44m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)02h 11m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 49m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 34m
80 mph (129 km/h)01h 22m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
3.88 gal
14.67 L · about $20.30
Round trip
$40.61
7.76 gal · 29.34 L
Estimated CO2
34.5 kg one way
Round trip: 69 kg / 152 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $20.30 $40.61
Mid-grade $5.57 $21.60 $43.20
Premium $5.77 $22.39 $44.78
Diesel $5.47 $21.21 $42.42

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 Valley and Connell. The current time is 05:28:20.

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.