How far is Yakima, WA from Snoqualmie, WA?
The driving distance from Yakima, WA to Snoqualmie, WA is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km), with a travel time of about 02h 16m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 33m 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 16m.
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.
City in Kittitas County, Washington, United States
Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Yakima and Snoqualmie.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima and Snoqualmie.
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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
80.8 mi · 1 hr 30 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 202 West: North Bend, Snoqualmie
1546 ft · 39 sec
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Turn right onto Bendigo Boulevard South
2.8 mi · 6 min · Bendigo Boulevard South
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Continue on Railroad Avenue Southeast
1.4 km · 2 min · Railroad Avenue Southeast
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Railroad Avenue Southeast
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yakima and Snoqualmie.
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
80.8 mi · 01h 30m
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.
Sunny leaving Yakima and Mostly Sunny near Snoqualmie.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yakima to Snoqualmie?
The road trip is about 117.1 miles (188.5 km) and usually takes 02h 16m 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?
Cle Elum is a useful midpoint, sitting about 58.5 miles from Yakima and 58.7 miles from Snoqualmie.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 89.2 miles (143.5 km), while the road route adds roughly 27.9 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 1:56 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $21.61 one way or $43.22 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 36.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Sunny around Yakima and Mostly Sunny near Snoqualmie.
Stop Ideas Near Cle Elum
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 Cle Elum.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yakima and Snoqualmie. Straight-line distance: 89.19 mi (143.54 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 Snoqualmie
Town
| Population | 13,555 |
| Coordinates | 47.5287100, -121.8253900 |
| Altitude | 129 |
| Country | United States |
End: Snoqualmie (-121.82539, 47.52871)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 189 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 54m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 55m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 20m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 57m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 40m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 27m |
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 | $21.61 | $43.22 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $22.99 | $45.98 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $23.83 | $47.67 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $22.58 | $45.16 |
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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