How far is Yakima, WA from West Pasco, WA?
The driving distance from Yakima, WA to West Pasco, WA is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km), with a travel time of about 01h 33m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 07m 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 01h 33m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.
Halfway Point
A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.
City in Washington, United States
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 West Pasco.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yakima and West Pasco.
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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
64.1 mi · 1 hr 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco
10 mi · 11 min
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Take the exit slight right toward Road 68
1689 ft · 41 sec
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Keep slight right to continue on Road 68
759 ft · 19 sec
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Turn straight onto Road 68
1 mi · 2 min · Road 68
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Turn right onto West Wernett Road
1336 ft · 51 sec · West Wernett Road
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Turn left onto Road 72
1312 ft · 50 sec · Road 72
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Turn left onto Pearl Street
668 ft · 49 sec · Pearl Street
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Pearl Street
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Yakima and West Pasco.
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
64.1 mi · 01h 09m
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 Slight Chance Light Rain near West Pasco.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Yakima to West Pasco?
The road trip is about 81.5 miles (131.2 km) and usually takes 01h 33m 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?
Grandview is a useful midpoint, sitting about 40.7 miles from Yakima and 40.8 miles from West Pasco.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 67.7 miles (108.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 13.8 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 3:22 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $15.07 one way or $30.14 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 25.6 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Slight Chance Light Rain then Partly Sunny around Yakima and Slight Chance Light Rain near West Pasco.
Stop Ideas Near Grandview
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 Grandview.
Pasco Intermodal Train Station
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Yakima and West Pasco. Straight-line distance: 67.66 mi (108.89 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 West Pasco
Census designated place in Franklin County, Washington
| Population | 3,739 |
| Coordinates | 46.2454100, -119.1827900 |
| Altitude | 110 |
| Country | United States |
End: West Pasco (-119.18279, 46.24541)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 131 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 02h 42m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 02m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 01h 37m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 21m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 09m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 01m |
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 | $15.07 | $30.14 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $16.03 | $32.07 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $16.62 | $33.24 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $15.74 | $31.49 |
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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