How far is Yakima, WA from Connell, WA?
The driving distance from Yakima, WA to Connell, WA is about 95.3 miles (153.3 km), with a travel time of about 02h 04m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 08m 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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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 04m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Census-designated place in Grant County, Washington (state), USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yakima and Connell.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima and Connell.
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Start on South 1st Street
1.2 mi · 3 min · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Nob Hill Boulevard
1.2 mi · 3 min · East Nob Hill Boulevard
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Continue on State Route 24
38.4 mi · 46 min · State Route 24
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Vantage Highway
5.4 mi · 7 min · Vantage Highway
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Turn right onto State Route 24
25.3 mi · 30 min · State Route 24
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Turn right onto Hendricks Road
16.9 mi · 23 min · Hendricks Road
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Continue on SR 260
5.8 mi · 10 min · SR 260
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Turn left onto West Clark Street
1.1 mi · 3 min · West Clark Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · East Clark Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yakima and Connell.
Highway-focused drive
Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.
State Route 24
Continue on State Route 24
38.4 mi · 00h 46m
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 Yakima and Chance Light Rain near Connell.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yakima to Connell?
The road trip is about 95.3 miles (153.3 km) and usually takes 02h 04m 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?
Desert Aire is a useful midpoint, sitting about 47.5 miles from Yakima and 47.7 miles from Connell.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 78.2 miles (125.8 km), while the road route adds roughly 17.1 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 2:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $17.58 one way or $35.17 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 29.9 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Yakima and Chance Light Rain near Connell.
Stop Ideas Near Desert Aire
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 Desert Aire.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yakima and Connell. Straight-line distance: 78.15 mi (125.77 km).
#1 Yakima
The second most populous city in Yakima County, Washington.
| Population | 94,322 |
| Coordinates | 46.6020700, -120.5059000 |
| Altitude | 326 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Connell
City in Franklin County, Washington, United States
| Population | 5,503 |
| Coordinates | 46.6634700, -118.8611100 |
| Altitude | 258 |
| Country | United States |
End: Connell (-118.86111, 46.66347)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 153 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 10m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 22m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 35m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 11m |
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 | $17.58 | $35.17 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $18.71 | $37.41 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $19.39 | $38.78 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $18.37 | $36.74 |
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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