Washington road trips
Best Road Trips in Washington
20 popular Washington drives with distance, driving time, EV-friendliness and gas cost at the state's estimated $4.20/gal.
Editor's picks
Top Washington Drives Right Now
Curated short-distance Washington routes — the most popular, lowest-cost picks.
Our Washington road trip ranking method
Routes are ranked by traveler popularity between Washington metros and major destinations, with distance, driving time and current $4.20/gal fuel cost calculated for every drive.
- Distance: city-center to city-center with a 1.18× road-curvature factor.
- Fuel cost: 28 MPG baseline × $4.20/gal Washington regular.
- Popularity: traveler-intent signals between major Washington origins and destinations.
- EV practicality: regional DC fast-charging coverage flagged per route.
Denver → Bellingham
The headline Washington road trip — 1254 miles, about 20.2 hours of driving and roughly $188 in gas at $4.20/gal.
More top Washington drives (19)
Denver → Seattle
1203 mi · ~19.4 h · ~$180 gas
Open tripDenver → Tacoma
1196 mi · ~19.3 h · ~$179 gas
Open tripLos Angeles → Seattle
1134 mi · ~18.3 h · ~$170 gas
Open tripLas Vegas → Bellingham
1116 mi · ~18.0 h · ~$167 gas
Open tripLos Angeles → Spokane
1111 mi · ~17.9 h · ~$167 gas
Open tripLos Angeles → Tacoma
1107 mi · ~17.9 h · ~$166 gas
Open tripLas Vegas → Seattle
1029 mi · ~16.6 h · ~$154 gas
Open tripLas Vegas → Tacoma
1006 mi · ~16.2 h · ~$151 gas
Open tripDenver → Spokane
975 mi · ~15.7 h · ~$146 gas
Open tripLas Vegas → Spokane
947 mi · ~15.3 h · ~$142 gas
Open tripProvo → Spokane
694 mi · ~11.2 h · ~$104 gas
Open tripReno → Spokane
677 mi · ~10.9 h · ~$102 gas
Open tripReno → Seattle
675 mi · ~10.9 h · ~$101 gas
Open tripSalt Lake City → Spokane
649 mi · ~10.5 h · ~$97 gas
Open tripReno → Tacoma
648 mi · ~10.5 h · ~$97 gas
Open tripBoise → Bellingham
548 mi · ~8.8 h · ~$82 gas
Open tripBoise → Seattle
477 mi · ~7.7 h · ~$72 gas
Open tripBoise → Tacoma
463 mi · ~7.5 h · ~$69 gas
Open tripBoise → Spokane
337 mi · ~5.4 h · ~$51 gas
Open tripBest driving cost routes in Washington
Top Washington road trips with gas, distance and driving time at the state's estimated $4.20/gal.
Cheapest Washington road trips
Short, low-fuel-cost drives — great for a weekend trip from Washington.
Long-distance road trips from Washington
500+ mile drives for cross-country and multi-day road trip planning.
Drives in neighboring states
Cross-state routes near Washington — Oregon, Idaho, Montana.
Gas prices in Washington
Estimated regular at $4.20/gal · premium $4.75 · diesel $4.10.
Best vehicles for Washington drivers
- Best hybridToyota Prius57 MPG
- Best EVLucid Air134 MPGe
- Best SUVNissan Rogue33 MPG
- Best truckFord Maverick26 MPG
Commute cost in Washington
Daily driving cost estimates for major Washington-area cities.
EV vs gas in Washington
Compare driving cost of an EV vs a gas car for Washington trips and commutes.
Neighboring state road trip hubs
FAQ
What's the best time of year for a Washington road trip?
Spring and fall typically offer the most comfortable driving weather across most of Washington. Coastal and southern routes are pleasant year-round; mountain routes are best between late spring and early fall.
How much does a Washington road trip cost in fuel?
At Washington's estimated $4.20/gal and 28 MPG, expect roughly $15.00 per 100 miles. Each route below includes a detailed estimate.
Is Washington EV-friendly for road trips?
Yes — most popular Washington routes have solid DC fast-charging coverage. Check our EV-friendly routes collection for the strongest picks.
How accurate are these distances?
Distances are calculated from city centers using a road-curvature factor of about 1.18 over straight-line distance. Real-world mileage varies by route choice and traffic.