Caldwell to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

275.4 miles 443.2 km · straight line
344.2 miles estimated 554 km · driving distance
6h 56min estimated drive time
$33 - $41 estimated fuel cost
~1h 3min flight time
319° NW bearing direction

How far is Caldwell from Yakima?

The distance from Caldwell to Yakima is 275.4 miles (443.2 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located NW of Caldwell. By car, the driving distance is approximately 344.2 miles, taking about 6h 56min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 3min. Both are located in United States — Caldwell in Idaho and Yakima in Washington.

For a drive of this length, it's recommended to plan at least one quick rest stop to stretch your legs and grab a coffee. Since you'll be heading mostly West, pack a good pair of sunglasses if you plan to drive during the late afternoon to avoid the harsh sun glare.

Coordinates come from public place data for Caldwell and Yakima. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.

How to Get from Caldwell to Yakima

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 6h 56min $33 - $41 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 3min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~8h 19min $28–$52* Budget
Train ~6h 35min $41–$120* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Caldwell & Yakima

Quick Facts

Caldwell
43.66°N, 116.69°W
America/Boise
724m elevation
Yakima
46.60°N, 120.51°W
America/Los_Angeles
326m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 92 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 23 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 90.4 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients