Seattle, WA to Salt Lake City, UT
830-mile freight corridor via I-90 E to I-82 S to I-84 E through Oregon and Idaho, then I-86 W to I-15 S into Salt Lake City. 2 days transit. Challenging difficulty.
Distance
830 mi
Transit Time
2 days
Difficulty
Toll Cost
$0
Average Rates Per Mile
| Equipment | Rate/Mile | Est. Total |
|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $2.20 | $1,826 |
| Reefer | $2.65 | $2,199.5 |
| Flatbed | $2.85 | $2,365.5 |
Rates are approximate averages and vary by season, demand, and broker. Always verify current spot rates on DAT or Truckstop.
Route Details
Recommended Route
I-90 E to I-82 S to I-84 E through Oregon and Idaho, then I-86 W to I-15 S into Salt Lake City
Fuel Stops
5 recommended
Tolls
$0
Common Freight Types
Backhaul Information
Limited Backhaul Availability
Average backhaul rate: $1.70/mi
Common return cargo: E-commerce from SLC distribution hubs, mining equipment, salt products
Key Stops Along the Route
Seattle, WA
Origin
Ellensburg, WA
Kennewick, WA
Pendleton, OR
Boise, ID
Twin Falls, ID
Pocatello, ID
Salt Lake City, UT
Destination
Seasonal Trends
Seattle port imports drive consistent outbound freight. Idaho potato harvest August-October adds seasonal loads. Snoqualmie Pass and Blue Mountain Pass can require chains November-April. Summer wildfire smoke in eastern Washington/Oregon reduces visibility. SLC inland port growth is increasing inbound demand.
Trucker Tips for This Lane
Snoqualmie Pass on I-90 (3,022 ft) is the first mountain challenge eastbound from Seattle. Chain requirements are common in winter.
The Boise-to-Twin Falls stretch on I-84 is high desert with extreme temperature swings and crosswinds.
Idaho fuel is generally cheaper than Washington. Fill up after crossing the state line.
Kennewick/Richland/Pasco (Tri-Cities) area has Hanford Nuclear Reservation freight. Specialty DOE loads pay premium.
Salt Lake City's inland port is creating increasing demand. Good reload options to Denver, LA, or back to the Pacific Northwest.