How far is Yakima, WA from Cottage Lake, WA?
The driving distance from Yakima, WA to Cottage Lake, WA is about 145.7 miles (234.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 56m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 05h 52m 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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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 56m.
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
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City in Kittitas County, Washington, USA
Route Weather Snapshot
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Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yakima and Cottage Lake.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima and Cottage Lake.
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Start on South 1st Street
1.6 mi · 4 min · South 1st Street
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Continue on Selah Road
711 ft · 12 sec · Selah Road
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Take the ramp slight right
34 m · 3 sec
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Keep slight left
1297 ft · 32 sec
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Merge slight right
30.3 mi · 33 min
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Keep slight left to continue on I 90 West
99.3 mi · 1 hr 51 min
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Take the exit slight right toward 148th Avenue Southeast, 150th Avenue Southeast
1398 ft · 34 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 148th Avenue Southeast, 150th Avenue Southeast
1821 ft · 44 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on 148th Avenue Southeast, Easgate Way
892 ft · 31 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on 156th Avenue Southeast, 148th Avenue Southeast, Bellevue College
51 m · 13 sec
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Turn left onto Southeast Eastgate Way
1011 ft · 31 sec · Southeast Eastgate Way
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Turn right onto 150th Avenue Southeast
146 m · 14 sec · 150th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on 148th Avenue Southeast
904 ft · 26 sec · 148th Avenue Southeast
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Keep slight right to continue on 148th Avenue Southeast
1.8 mi · 4 min · 148th Avenue Southeast
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Continue on 148th Avenue Northeast
1.6 mi · 3 min · 148th Avenue Northeast
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Take the ramp slight right toward WA 520 East: Redmond
2454 ft · 1 min
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Merge slight left
3.7 mi · 5 min
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Continue on Avondale Road
5 mi · 10 min · Avondale Road
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Turn right onto Northeast 159th Street
1078 ft · 1 min · Northeast 159th Street
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Turn sharp left onto 195th Place Northeast
127 m · 18 sec · 195th Place Northeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · 195th Place Northeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yakima and Cottage Lake.
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 to continue on I 90 West
99.3 mi · 01h 51m
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.
Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny leaving Yakima and Chance Light Rain near Cottage Lake.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yakima to Cottage Lake?
The road trip is about 145.7 miles (234.5 km) and usually takes 02h 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?
Roslyn is a useful midpoint, sitting about 72.8 miles from Yakima and 72.9 miles from Cottage Lake.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 108.1 miles (173.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 37.6 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 12:38 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $26.90 one way or $53.80 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 45.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny around Yakima and Chance Light Rain near Cottage Lake.
Stop Ideas Near Roslyn
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yakima and Cottage Lake. Straight-line distance: 108.05 mi (173.89 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 Cottage Lake
Census designated place
| Population | 22,494 |
| Coordinates | 47.7442700, -122.0773500 |
| Altitude | 72 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cottage Lake (-122.07735, 47.74427)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 234 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 04h 51m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 03h 38m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 54m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 02h 25m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 02h 04m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 49m |
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 | $26.90 | $53.80 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $28.61 | $57.23 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $29.66 | $59.33 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $28.10 | $56.20 |
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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