Elko to Kennewick: Road Trip Guide & Distance

408.2 miles 656.9 km · straight line
489.8 miles estimated 788.3 km · driving distance
9h 51min estimated drive time
$47 - $58 estimated fuel cost
~1h 19min flight time
337° NNW bearing direction

How far is Elko from Kennewick?

The distance from Elko to Kennewick is 408.2 miles (656.9 km) as the crow flies. Kennewick is located NNW of Elko. By car, the driving distance is approximately 489.8 miles, taking about 9h 51min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 19min. Both are located in United States — Elko in Nevada and Kennewick in Washington.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. 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 Elko and Kennewick. 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 Elko to Kennewick

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 9h 51min $47 - $58 Flexible stops
Fly ~1h 19min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~11h 49min $39–$73* Budget
Train ~9h 21min $59–$171* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Elko & Kennewick

Quick Facts

Elko
40.83°N, 115.76°W
America/Los_Angeles
1544m elevation
Kennewick
46.21°N, 119.14°W
America/Los_Angeles
124m elevation
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Did You Know?

  • At walking speed (3 mph), it would take about 136 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 34 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 61 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients