How far is Yakima, WA from Prosser, WA?
The driving distance from Yakima, WA to Prosser, WA is about 49.3 miles (79.4 km), with a travel time of about 00h 58m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 56m 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 00h 58m.
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Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
Human settlement in Yakima County, Washington, United States of America
Route Weather Snapshot
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Mostly Clear
Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yakima and Prosser.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima and Prosser.
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Start on South 1st Street
127 m · 20 sec · South 1st Street
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Turn left onto East Chestnut Avenue
1.4 km · 2 min · East Chestnut Avenue
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Turn left onto South Fair Avenue
109 m · 13 sec · South Fair Avenue
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Take the ramp right
2392 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
3.9 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight left
42 mi · 45 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Prosser
2128 ft · 53 sec
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Turn right onto Gap Road
591 ft · 16 sec · Gap Road
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Continue on Wine Country Road
1.2 mi · 3 min · Wine Country Road
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Turn right onto 7th Street
1127 ft · 36 sec · 7th Street
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Turn left onto Bennett Avenue
22 m · 3 sec · Bennett Avenue
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Bennett Avenue
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yakima and Prosser.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
South Fair Avenue
Keep slight left
42 mi · 00h 45m
Route Summary
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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.
Mostly Clear leaving Yakima and Mostly Clear near Prosser.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yakima to Prosser?
The road trip is about 49.3 miles (79.4 km) and usually takes 00h 58m 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?
Granger is a useful midpoint, sitting about 24.6 miles from Yakima and 24.7 miles from Prosser.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 44.5 miles (71.6 km), while the road route adds roughly 4.8 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 4:34 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.11 one way or $18.21 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 15.5 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Clear around Yakima and Mostly Clear near Prosser.
Stop Ideas Near Granger
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 Granger.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yakima and Prosser. Straight-line distance: 44.48 mi (71.59 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 Prosser
County seat of Benton County, Washington
| Population | 6,398 |
| Coordinates | 46.2068000, -119.7689200 |
| Altitude | 203 |
| Country | United States |
End: Prosser (-119.76892, 46.2068)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 79 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 38m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 13m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 59m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 49m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 42m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 36m |
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 | $9.11 | $18.21 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $9.69 | $19.37 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $10.04 | $20.08 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $9.51 | $19.03 |
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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