How far is Sunnyside, WA from Pasco, WA?
The driving distance from Sunnyside, WA to Pasco, WA is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km), with a travel time of about 00h 53m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 43.7 miles (70.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 46m 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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Halfway Point
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City in Benton County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Chance Light Rain
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Sunnyside and Pasco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Sunnyside and Pasco.
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Start on South 9th Street
143 m · 26 sec · South 9th Street
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Continue on South 9th Street
542 ft · 36 sec · South 9th Street
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Turn sharp right onto East Edison Avenue
1.2 km · 2 min · East Edison Avenue
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Turn right onto Yakima Valley Highway
1.1 mi · 2 min · Yakima Valley Highway
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Turn right onto Waneta Road
2669 ft · 59 sec · Waneta Road
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Take the ramp left
1943 ft · 47 sec
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Merge slight left
32.3 mi · 35 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
14.5 mi · 16 min
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Take the exit slight right toward North 4th Avenue: Pasco City Center
1011 ft · 25 sec
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Turn straight onto North 4th Avenue
3107 ft · 1 min · North 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto Court Street
1439 ft · 43 sec · Court Street
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Turn left onto North 8th Avenue
640 ft · 28 sec · North 8th Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · North 8th Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Sunnyside and Pasco.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
Waneta Road
Merge slight left
32.3 mi · 00h 35m
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.
Chance Light Rain leaving Sunnyside and Rain Likely near Pasco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Sunnyside to Pasco?
The road trip is about 51.1 miles (82.2 km) and usually takes 00h 53m 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?
Benton City is a useful midpoint, sitting about 25.4 miles from Sunnyside and 25.7 miles from Pasco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 43.7 miles (70.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 7.4 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 4:44 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.42 one way or $18.84 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Sunnyside and Rain Likely near Pasco.
Stop Ideas Near Benton City
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 Benton City.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Sunnyside and Pasco. Straight-line distance: 43.75 mi (70.41 km).
#1 Sunnyside
City in Washington, United States
| Population | 16,325 |
| Coordinates | 46.3237400, -120.0086500 |
| Altitude | 227 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Pasco
The third most populous city in Franklin County, Washington.
| Population | 77,095 |
| Coordinates | 46.2395800, -119.1005700 |
| Altitude | 118 |
| Country | United States |
End: North 8th Avenue (-119.100625, 46.239581)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 82 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 16m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 01m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 51m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 43m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 38m |
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 | $9.42 | $18.84 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $10.02 | $20.04 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $10.39 | $20.78 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $9.84 | $19.68 |
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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