Lake Stevens to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

121.9 miles 196.2 km · straight line
152.4 miles estimated 245.3 km · driving distance
3h 4min estimated drive time
$15 - $18 estimated fuel cost
~45min flight time · usually no direct flights
143° SE bearing direction

How far is Lake Stevens from Yakima?

The distance from Lake Stevens to Yakima is 121.9 miles (196.2 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located SE of Lake Stevens. By car, the driving distance is approximately 152.4 miles, taking about 3h 4min. A direct flight would take roughly 45min. Both are located in United States.

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. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility. Given the short distance, driving or taking a train is often faster and more convenient than dealing with airport security and flight boarding times.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lake Stevens 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 Lake Stevens to Yakima

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 3h 4min $15 - $18 Flexible stops
Bus ~3h 41min $12–$23* Budget
Train ~2h 55min $18–$53* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lake Stevens & Yakima

Quick Facts

Lake Stevens
48.02°N, 122.06°W
America/Los_Angeles
66m 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 41 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 10 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 204.3 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients