Origin
Aberdeen, WA
Late night in Aberdeen on Wednesday
Local time
4:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
89.7 mi
144 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
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6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aberdeen, WA
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Auburn, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 89.7-mile drive from Aberdeen to Auburn, Washington, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-5 and WA 8, with a portion on Olympic Highway, making it a mostly highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this route offers an economical way to travel between the Pacific Coast regions of Washington. It’s a practical option for a quick journey, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. No overnight stops are recommended, so you can focus on reaching your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 74% of the journey on major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial stretch of 37 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. The route incorporates WA 8 and Olympic Highway, providing a mix of driving experiences as you transition between these main arteries. While largely a highway experience, the road does change as you progress, shifting from the broader I-5 corridor to other state highways. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than extensive scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 37 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 8. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South I Street.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 89.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South I Street): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South I Street
Turn left onto South I Street
Navigation decision point
6
76.9 mi into trip
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~1h 40m in
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I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
85.1 mi into trip
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~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...
6
88.8 mi into trip
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~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward C Street Southwest
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward C Street Southwest
6
89.5 mi into trip
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~1h 57m in
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West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Muckleshoot Reservation
85.1 mi in
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~1h 50m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 37 mi | 46m |
| WA 8 | 21.1 mi | 26m |
| Olympic Highway | 19.1 mi | 25m |
| US 101 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| State Route 18 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| East Wishkah Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East Heron Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| C Street Southwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 37 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aberdeen, WA and Auburn, WA.
1
Start on US 101
310 ft
·
16 sec
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East Wishkah Street
2
Turn left onto South I Street
365 ft
·
23 sec
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South I Street
3
Turn left onto US 101
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
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East Heron Street
4
Continue on US 12
474 ft
·
13 sec
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Hornsby Way
5
Turn right onto US 12
1.4 mi
·
2 min
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East Wishkah Street
6
Continue on US 12
19 mi
·
25 min
·
Olympic Highway
7
Continue on WA 8
21 mi
·
26 min
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WA 8
8
Merge onto US 101
5.4 mi
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7 min
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US 101
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
10
Merge onto I 5
29 mi
·
36 min
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I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi
·
10 min
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I 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto WA 18
3.2 mi
·
4 min
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State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward C Street Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto C Street Southwest
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
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C Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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West Main Street
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this route offers excellent flexibility. You can easily depart at your convenience, perhaps aiming to leave Aberdeen in the morning to arrive in Auburn by midday. With no required overnight stays, you can adjust your departure time based on your schedule. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially before departing Aberdeen, as the longest stretch without a major change in road type is 37 miles on I-5. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the efficient journey to Auburn.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 44m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 59m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Aberdeen, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aberdeen, WA
This is one driving day of about 89.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Aberdeen, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 44.8 mi from Aberdeen, WA · 59m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Auburn, WA
The final approach into Auburn, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Auburn, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.77 one way
$37.55 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| premium | $5.77 | $20.37 | $40.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.80 | $39.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Auburn, WA
Late night in Auburn on Wednesday
Local time
4:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 57m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA covers 89.7 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 8, Olympic Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $18.77 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 89.7 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South I Street): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
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