Origin
Auburn, WA
Evening in Auburn on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Auburn, WA to Bonney Lake, WA
Drive Time
19m
Distance
14 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Auburn, WA
nicholas hatherly
Bonney Lake, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transit between Auburn and Bonney Lake, this 14-mile journey is a straightforward commute that takes about 19 minutes to complete. It is perfectly suited as a simple one-day excursion, meaning you won't need to worry about overnight accommodations. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel, making it a budget-friendly option for your schedule. Since both cities are located within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, you stay within a consistent geographic area throughout the trip. This route is ideal if you prioritize efficiency and a direct path between these two points.
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
7 miles from Auburn, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 9m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as 85% of this 14-mile trip is spent on major roads. You will rely primarily on the Valley Freeway and WA 410 to navigate the distance, with a brief transition onto East Main Street as you approach your destination. The longest uninterrupted stretch occurs during the 7.3 miles you spend on the Valley Freeway, providing a consistent pace behind the wheel. Because of this layout, the drive feels efficient rather than technical, allowing you to move steadily toward your destination without significant interruptions.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Valley Freeway is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on Valley Freeway and WA 410. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 14 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 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.
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.
8
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the exit toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup
9
1.1 mi into trip
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~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley High...
8
1.4 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 167 South: Puyallup
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup
7
8.9 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
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 WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
Towns Along This Route
Between Auburn, WA and Bonney Lake, WA, road signs point toward Puyallup, Valley Highway and Yakima.
Puyallup
0.9 mi in
|
~1m
Valley Highway
1.1 mi in
|
~2m
Yakima
8.9 mi in
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~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Valley Freeway | 7.3 mi | 9m |
| WA 410 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| East Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| C Street Southwest | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| State Route 18 | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Valley Freeway
— 7.3 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Auburn, WA and Bonney Lake, 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
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
·
State Route 18
5
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
Toward WA 167: Renton, Puyallup
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
26 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup, West Valley Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Puyallup
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto WA 167
7.3 mi
·
9 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Continue on WA 410
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
WA 410
Use the none lane.
11
Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive East
280 ft
·
13 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Drive East
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right
46 ft
·
4 sec
13
Turn right
111 ft
·
8 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 19-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility in your departure time, though avoiding peak traffic hours is always a smart move for a smoother experience. Given the total distance of only 14 miles, you don't need to plan for any formal stops along the way. Keep in mind that with a fuel cost of just $3, you can easily fuel up before you leave Auburn to ensure a worry-free trip. Use the efficiency of the highway segments to your advantage, but stay alert as you transition off the main arteries onto East Main Street to reach your final stop in Bonney Lake.
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 7 miles from Auburn, WA, or about 9m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.3 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 14 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7 miles or 9m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bonney Lake, 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 14 miles and 19m.
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 Valley Freeway for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7 mi from Auburn, WA · 9m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
7 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7 miles from Auburn, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bonney Lake, WA
The final approach into Bonney Lake, 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 Bonney Lake, 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
$2.94 one way
$5.88 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $3.07 | $6.14 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.18 | $6.36 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $3.11 | $6.22 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.22 | $0.56 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.6 | 0 | $1.96 | $0.90 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Bonney Lake, WA
Evening in Bonney Lake on Sunday
Local time
7:52 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°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
1 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
19m 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 Bonney Lake, WA covers 14 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Valley Freeway, WA 410, East Main Street. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7 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 $2.94 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 14 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 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Auburn, WA and Bonney Lake, WA, road signs point toward Puyallup, Valley Highway and Yakima.
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