Lewiston, Idaho to Yakima: Road Trip Guide & Distance

166.3 miles 267.7 km · straight line
207.9 miles estimated 334.6 km · driving distance
4h 11min estimated drive time
$20 - $25 estimated fuel cost
~50min flight time
276° W bearing direction

How far is Lewiston, Idaho from Yakima?

The distance from Lewiston, Idaho to Yakima is 166.3 miles (267.7 km) as the crow flies. Yakima is located W of Lewiston, Idaho. By car, the driving distance is approximately 207.9 miles, taking about 4h 11min. A direct flight would take roughly 50min. Both are located in United States — Lewiston, Idaho 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. 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 Lewiston, Idaho 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 Lewiston, Idaho to Yakima

Method Time Est. Cost Best For
Drive 4h 11min $20 - $25 Flexible stops
Fly ~50min $80–200* Speed
Bus ~5h 1min $17–$31* Budget
Train ~3h 58min $25–$73* Comfort

Suggested Stops Between Lewiston, Idaho & Yakima

Quick Facts

Lewiston, Idaho
46.42°N, 117.02°W
America/Los_Angeles
227m 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 55 hours of non-stop walking
  • By bicycle at 12 mph, the journey would take roughly 14 hours
  • You could travel this distance about 149.7 times to circle the Earth's equator
Data Sources & Estimate Notes GeoNames · OpenStreetMap · Driving distance estimated using road factor coefficients