Origin
Auburn, WA
Evening in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, WA to Artondale, WA
Drive Time
36m
Distance
25 mi
40 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
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6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 42m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, WA
nicholas hatherly
Artondale, WA
Kelly
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition from Auburn to Artondale, this 25-mile trek is a straightforward commute that takes about 36 minutes. Because the distance is so short, it is easily completed as a simple day trip, requiring no overnight stays. You will primarily navigate via I-5, WA-16, and State Route 18, keeping you within the Pacific Coast region for the duration of the journey. Budgeting around $5 for fuel should be sufficient to cover your travel costs. This route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure, making it a functional choice for travelers who prioritize speed and direct access between these two Washington locations.
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
12.5 miles from Auburn, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 17m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused drive, as 75% of this journey is spent on major thoroughfares. You will face a consistent pace, with your longest uninterrupted stretch covering 8.5 miles on I-5. The road feel is distinctly utilitarian, shifting between the heavy traffic flow of the interstate and the transition onto WA-16. While you won't encounter technical mountain passes or winding backroads, the infrastructure demands your focus as you merge between these major arterial routes. It is a predictable, high-speed experience that gets you from point A to point B with minimal deviation.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 8.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near C Street Southwest.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 25 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 0.2 miles (C Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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C Street Southwest
Turn left onto C Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
3.4 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
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.
Toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
8
4 mi into trip
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~6m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight lane.
Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway Sou...
7
4.5 mi into trip
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~7m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 South: Tacoma
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 5 South: Tacoma
8
13.3 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
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 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Towns Along This Route
Between Auburn, WA and Artondale, WA, road signs point toward Tacoma and Bremerton.
Tacoma
3.4 mi in
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~5m
Bremerton
13.3 mi in
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~18m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 8.5 mi | 10m |
| WA 16 | 7.5 mi | 9m |
| State Route 18 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| 56th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Olympic Drive | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Wollochet Drive Northwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Fillmore Drive Northwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 8.5 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, WA and Artondale, WA.
1
Start on East Main Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
East Main Street
2
Turn left onto C Street Southwest
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
·
C Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
3
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward WA 18 West
Use the right lane.
4
Merge onto WA 18
2.7 mi
·
3 min
·
State Route 18
Use the none lane.
5
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5: Seattle, Tacoma
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 5 South, WA 161: Enchanted Parkway South, Tacoma
Use the straight lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
Toward I 5 South: Tacoma
Use the none lane.
8
Merge onto I 5
7.2 mi
·
9 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto WA 16
7.5 mi
·
9 min
·
WA 16
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
Exit 10
Toward Olympic Drive
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn left onto Olympic Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Olympic Drive
Use the left / straight lanes.
15
Continue on 56th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
56th Street
Use the straight lane.
16
Continue on Fillmore Drive Northwest
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Fillmore Drive Northwest
17
At end of road, turn left onto Wollochet Drive Northwest
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Wollochet Drive Northwest
18
Turn right onto Artondale Drive Northwest
503 ft
·
12 sec
·
Artondale Drive Northwest
19
Arrive at destination
Artondale Drive Northwest
Trip Plan
Since this is a brief, 25-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours on I-5 is always a smart move. Because the drive is short, you likely won't need to plan for any formal stops, allowing you to reach Artondale in under 40 minutes. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge before you leave Auburn to ensure you don't need to worry about refueling mid-trip. Use the short duration to your advantage by planning your arrival to sync with local traffic patterns, as the high percentage of highway driving means your pace will be largely dictated by the flow of other commuters.
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 12.5 miles from Auburn, WA, or about 17m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.5 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 25 miles or 36m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.5 miles or 17m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Artondale, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Auburn, 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 Auburn, WA
This is one driving day of about 25 miles and 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Auburn, 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 8.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.5 mi from Auburn, WA · 17m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
13 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 25 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.5 miles from Auburn, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Artondale, WA
The final approach into Artondale, 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 Artondale, 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
$5.25 one way
$10.49 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $5.48 | $10.96 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.68 | $11.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.55 | $11.11 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.5 | 0 | $2.63 | $1.20 |
| Efficient EV | 6.3 | 0 | $2.19 | $1.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10 | 0 | $3.50 | $1.60 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (67% 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
Artondale, WA
Evening in Artondale on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
38°F
Algona, WA
13 mi in
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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
Road read
36m 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 Auburn, WA to Artondale, WA covers 25 miles and takes about 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 16, State Route 18. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.5 miles from Auburn, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.25 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 15 significant decision points across 25 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 0.2 miles (C Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 3.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Auburn, WA and Artondale, WA, road signs point toward Tacoma and Bremerton.
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