Yakima to Yosemite: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Yakima from Yosemite?

The distance from Yakima to Yosemite is 605.7 miles (974.7 km) as the crow flies. Yosemite is located S of Yakima. By car, the driving distance is approximately 726.8 miles, taking about 14h 37min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 43min. Both are located in United States — Yakima in Washington and Yosemite in California.

This is a serious multi-day road trip! We strongly recommend breaking this journey up with an overnight stay to ensure you arrive safely and refreshed. As you head South, expect warmer temperatures. Make sure your car's AC is working well before embarking on this journey.

Coordinates come from public place data for Yakima and Yosemite. 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.