A town built at the crossroads.
Reardan sits right on U.S. Highway 2, halfway between Spokane and the county seat at Davenport, with State Route 231 crossing through the middle of town. That location is the whole story. Whether you drive, catch the shuttle, hop a train from Spokane, or fly out of GEG, here is how to get where you are going, and how to sort out the paperwork once you land.
From Reardan, in every direction.
Two highways meet in town: U.S. 2 running east and west, and State Route 231 running north and south. Point the car down any of them and here is what you will find.
- Long Lake / Spokane River~20 mi
- Springdale~28 mi
- Davenport~13 mi
- Wilbur~40 mi
- Grand Coulee Dam~60 mi
- Fairchild AFB~11 mi
- Airway Heights~15 mi
- Spokane~23 mi
- Fishtrap Lake~30 mi
- Sprague / I-90~35 mi
How far is everything?
Approximate driving distances and times from downtown Reardan in normal conditions. Winter weather and traffic can add to the clock.
Distances and times are approximate and provided for general planning only; they vary with your exact starting point, route, traffic, and weather.
Yes, there is public transit.
Unlike many towns its size, Reardan is an actual scheduled stop on rural transit connecting the US-2 corridor to Spokane and Davenport. If you do not drive, or would rather not, these are your options. All run on weekdays; schedules and stops change, so always confirm before you travel.
SMS Community Shuttle
The one to know. Special Mobility Services runs a weekday intercity shuttle that stops right in Reardan, at the Health Clinic and the Post Office, linking town to Spokane in one direction and Davenport in the other. Roughly three round trips a day. Buses have wheelchair lifts and bike racks (up to two bikes), and it is open to everyone. In Spokane it reaches North Town Mall, major hospitals, and the airport by request.
Lincoln County Community Connector
A completely fare-free fixed route along US-2 through western Lincoln County, running weekdays from the Coulee Dam area east through Grand Coulee, Wilbur, and Creston to Davenport. At Davenport’s Pioneer Plaza it connects with the SMS shuttle for onward travel to Reardan and Spokane, so from the west it is a free way to reach the whole corridor.
Train, bus & the city network.
For longer trips without a car, nearly everything runs through Spokane, about a half hour east. Take the SMS shuttle in, then connect to the train, an intercity bus, or the city transit system.
Amtrak Empire Builder
Amtrak’s Empire Builder stops in Spokane (221 W 1st Ave), running east toward Chicago and west toward both Seattle and Portland. Departures are overnight, so it is a true car-free option for cross-state and cross-country trips.
Intercity Buses
Long-distance bus lines including Greyhound, FlixBus, and Northwestern Trailways serve Spokane, most from the same downtown Intermodal Center as the train. A budget-friendly way to reach Seattle, the Tri-Cities, and beyond.
Spokane Transit (STA)
Once you are in the city, Spokane Transit’s buses reach downtown, the airport, Airway Heights, and Cheney, including the West Plains Transit Center. STA does not come out to Reardan, but it is how you get around town without a car.
Flying in and out.
One major airport does it all for this corner of the state, and it is refreshingly close, about 25 minutes east on US-2.
Spokane International (GEG)
Nonstop flights across the country, all the major rental-car companies on site, and long and short-term parking. For nearly any trip by air, this is your airport. Driving and parking is simplest from Reardan; without a car, SMS can request an airport drop, STA’s airport route runs from downtown, and rideshare serves the terminal.
Felts Field
For private pilots and general aviation, historic Felts Field sits on Spokane’s east side along the river. Most travelers, though, will simply use GEG for everything from a quick hop to a connecting flight.
Other Airports
For more fare options it can pay to compare Pullman-Moscow (PUW) to the south or the larger Seattle-Tacoma (SEA) across the state, but for convenience nothing beats GEG on your doorstep.
Fuel, charging & the open road.
For most people here, a car is the way to get around. A few practical notes for keeping it moving through the wheat country.
Fuel in Town
Reardan has fuel right on Broadway (US-2), the handiest fill-up between Spokane and Davenport. Top off here before heading west into open country, where stations get sparse and far between.
EV Charging
Public charging is limited in the immediate area, so map your route first. There is a charger at the Lincoln County Museum in Davenport, and far more options around Spokane and Airway Heights. A charging app is the reliable way to plan.
US-2 & SR-231
US-2 (Broadway) is the main east-west artery to Spokane and Davenport. State Route 231 crosses it north to south toward Springdale and the Spokane River country. Simple to navigate, and hard to get lost.
Tabs, titles & your license.
New to town, or just due for renewal? Two different agencies handle two different things, and the closest counter for one of them is right in Davenport.
Lincoln County Auditor
The nearest place to register a vehicle, transfer a title, or pick up tabs is the county auditor’s auto-licensing counter in Davenport, about fifteen minutes west. You can also renew tabs online anytime through the state.
WA Dept. of Licensing
For a driver license or state ID, including the federal REAL ID, you will visit a Department of Licensing office; the nearest are in Spokane. Book an appointment online first through License eXpress to skip the wait.
Newcomer Basics
New residents generally have 30 days to transfer their out-of-state license and register their vehicles. One bit of good news: Washington ended vehicle emissions testing in 2020, so there is no smog check to worry about here.
Winter on US-2 is the real thing.
Eastern Washington winters bring snow, ice, blowing and drifting snow across open wheat country, and sudden fog. US-2 is well traveled and plowed, but conditions change fast and the stretches between towns are exposed. Before a winter drive, check the state’s real-time travel map and cameras, carry an emergency kit with blankets, water, and a charged phone, and keep the tank above half. When the weather turns, the safest choice is often to wait it out.
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About This Page
This page is part of Discover Reardan, an independent community guide to Reardan, Washington, operated by Steinwood Investments, LLC. It is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to any transit provider, airport, airline, railroad, bus line, government agency, or business named or linked here, including Special Mobility Services, People For People, Spokane Transit Authority, Amtrak, Greyhound, FlixBus, Northwestern Trailways, Spokane International Airport, the Washington State Department of Licensing, the Washington State Department of Transportation, the Lincoln County Auditor, or the Town of Reardan. All names, logos, and trademarks are the property of their respective owners and are used for identification and informational purposes only. Distances and drive times are approximate and provided for general planning only; actual mileage and travel time vary with your starting point, route, traffic, and weather. Transit routes, schedules, stops, fares, eligibility, office hours, and agency requirements change frequently and are set by the providers and agencies themselves, so always confirm directly with the provider before you travel or visit, and never rely on this page for time-sensitive trips. Links to outside sites are provided as a convenience, and Discover Reardan does not control their content. In any emergency, call 911.