The drive from Barberton, WA to Seattle, WA covers 163.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m behind the wheel.
This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, I 205, Northeast Padden Parkway for much of the mileage,
and the overall profile is highway-focused drive.
The longest uninterrupted segment is about 157.5 miles on I 5.
At current regular gas prices, budget about $34.30 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
81.9 miles from Barberton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 35m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 13m. Total distance: 163.9 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 13m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 3h 13m highway drive covering 163.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and I 205. The longest continuous stretch is about 157.5 miles on I 5.
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.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 157.5 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
371 ft27 ft
Total Climb
633 ft
Total Descent
704 ft
Highest Point
371 ft
~140.5 mi in
Elevation Range
344 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in.
Driving Effort6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 205): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.4 mi into trip|~2m in
Turn left toward I 205 North: Seattle
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 205 North: Seattle
5
1.8 mi into trip|~4m in|I 205
Merge onto I 205
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
131.5 mi into trip|~2h 31m in|I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
163.4 mi into trip|~3h 11m in
Take the exit toward Seneca Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 165
Toward Seneca Street
7
163.7 mi into trip|~3h 12m in|5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
157.5 mi
3h 1m
I 205
4.2 mi
5m
Northeast Padden Parkway
0.5 mi
1m
Northeast Andresen Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Northeast 72nd Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
5th Avenue
0.1 mi
<1m
Seneca Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Madison Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 157.5 mi, about 3h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Barberton, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on Northeast 99th Street
86 ft·7 sec·Northeast 99th Street
2
Turn left onto Northeast 72nd Avenue
0.3 mi·32 sec·Northeast 72nd Avenue
3
Continue on Northeast Andresen Road
0.5 mi·52 sec·Northeast Andresen Road
4
Turn left onto Northeast Padden Parkway
0.5 mi·1 min·Northeast Padden Parkway
Use the left lane.
5
Turn left
0.4 mi·2 min
Toward I 205 North: SeattleUse the left lane.
6
Merge onto I 205
4.2 mi·5 min·I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 5
126 mi·2 hr 21 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
32 mi·39 min·I 5
Use the slight right lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 165Toward Seneca StreetUse the slight left lane.
10
Turn left onto Seneca Street
323 ft·18 sec·Seneca Street
11
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi·27 sec·5th Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
12
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft·9 sec·Madison Street
13
Turn left
31 ft·2 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 81.9 miles from Barberton, WA, or about 1h 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 157.5 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 36 miles or 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 81.9 miles or 1h 35m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 35m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seattle, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Barberton, 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 Barberton, WA
This is one driving day of about 163.9 miles and 3h 13m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Barberton, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 157.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 81.9 mi from Barberton, WA
· 1h 35m into the drive
The midpoint is around 81.9 miles from Barberton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel check
Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 157.5 miles.
Arriving in Seattle, WA
The final approach into Seattle, 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 Seattle, WA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
0 mi from route
~1 min detour
Free
near mile 163.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.30 one way
$68.61 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg57 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$35.97
$71.95
premium
$5.77
$37.22
$74.44
diesel
$5.61
$36.19
$72.37
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$34
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$59–$84
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
49.2
0
$17.21
$7.87
Efficient EV
41
0
$14.34
$6.56
EV Truck/SUV
65.6
0
$22.95
$10.49
Gas CO2
57 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Forecast as of Apr 13, 2026
Origin
Barberton, WA
Morning
in Barberton on Friday
Local time
10:00 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Seattle, WA
Morning
in Seattle on Friday
Local time
10:00 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°F
Light Rain Likely
S 7 mph69% chanceLive 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
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
3h 13m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Barberton, WA to Seattle, WA covers 163.9 miles and takes about 3h 13m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 205, Northeast Padden Parkway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 81.9 miles from Barberton, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.30 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 163.9 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.4 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 1.8 miles (I 205): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 131.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Barberton, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 27 ft to 371 ft elevation with about 633 ft of total climbing.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
