Origin
Bremerton, WA
Evening in Bremerton on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bremerton, WA to Seattle, WA
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
30.5 mi
49 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
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6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bremerton, WA
Harrison Reilly
Seattle, WA
Josh Hild
Trip Overview
Connecting Bremerton to Seattle is a straightforward 30.5-mile journey that takes approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes to complete. Because this route relies on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, it is best approached as a quick day trip rather than an overnight excursion. You can expect to spend about $6 on fuel for the trek, making it an affordable transit between these two Pacific Coast locales. Your path primarily follows Southeast Sedgwick Road and Fauntleroy Way Southwest to bridge the gap between the two cities. Since the total travel time is quite short, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure around your personal schedule.
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
15.2 miles from Bremerton, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 28m into the drive .
Drive Character
This 30.5-mile trip is characterized by a turn-heavy local feel rather than a high-speed interstate haul. Highway driving accounts for only 27% of your total time behind the wheel, so expect plenty of maneuvering on local surfaces. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is a 7.3-mile segment along Southeast Sedgwick Road. Because the route incorporates a ferry crossing, the pace is dictated by transit schedules rather than continuous highway cruising. You will find that the road demands your full attention due to the frequent turns required to navigate toward your destination.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 25 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southeast Sedgwick Road is the longest continuous segment at about 7.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1 miles in near WA 310 / North Callow Avenue.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 30.5 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 1 miles (WA 310 / North Callow Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1 mi into trip
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~3m in
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WA 310 / North Callow Avenue
Turn left onto WA 310 / North Callow Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
8.5 mi into trip
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~15m in
Take the exit toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth Ferry
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 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth F...
6
8.8 mi into trip
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~16m in
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WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road
Turn left onto WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
7
30 mi into trip
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~1h 21m 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
30.3 mi into trip
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~1h 22m in
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5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Bremerton, WA to Seattle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Southworth Ferry along the way.
Southworth Ferry
8.5 mi in
|
~15m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southeast Sedgwick Road | 7.3 mi | 13m |
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 16 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 5 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| State Highway 3 West | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Charleston Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
Southeast Sedgwick Road
— 7.3 mi, about 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bremerton, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on 6th Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Street
Use the none lane.
2
Turn left onto WA 310
0.3 mi
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47 sec
·
North Callow Avenue
Use the left lane.
3
Continue on WA 304
0.8 mi
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1 min
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Charleston Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Take the exit onto WA 304
0.5 mi
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53 sec
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Charleston Boulevard
5
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 304
0.5 mi
·
56 sec
·
WA 304
Toward WA 3 South: Shelton
6
Merge onto WA 3
1.8 mi
·
2 min
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State Highway 3 West
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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West State Route 16
8
Continue on WA 16
3.5 mi
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4 min
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State Highway 16
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth Ferry
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto WA 160
232 ft
·
5 sec
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Southwest Sedgwick Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
11
Continue on WA 160
7.3 mi
·
13 min
·
Southeast Sedgwick Road
Use the none lane.
12
At end of road, turn right onto WA 160
171 ft
·
4 sec
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Southeast Sedgwick Road
13
Continue on WA 160
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Southworth Ferry
14
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi
·
29 min
·
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
15
Continue on Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
·
Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
16
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
17
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Seattle Bridge
Use the none lane.
18
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Use the slight left lane.
19
Merge onto I 5
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 165
Toward Seneca Street
Use the slight left lane.
21
Turn left onto Seneca Street
323 ft
·
18 sec
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Seneca Street
22
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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5th Avenue
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
23
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft
·
9 sec
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Madison Street
24
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
25
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 1-day trip with zero planned stops, your primary focus should be coordinating your timing with the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry schedule. Keep in mind that the ferry crossing is the core component of this 1-hour and 22-minute transit, so check for potential wait times before you leave Bremerton. With fuel costs estimated at just $6, you don't need to worry about complex refueling stops along the way. Use the inherent flexibility of this short distance to your advantage by traveling during off-peak hours to avoid potential congestion. Always confirm the current ferry departure times to ensure your trip remains as efficient as possible.
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 15.2 miles from Bremerton, WA, or about 28m 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 30.5 miles or 1h 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 15.2 miles or 28m 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 14m
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 Bremerton, 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 Bremerton, WA
This is one driving day of about 30.5 miles and 1h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bremerton, 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 Southeast Sedgwick Road for about 7.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 15.2 mi from Bremerton, WA · 28m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
15 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 30.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 15.2 miles from Bremerton, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$6.40 one way
$12.80 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
11 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $6.68 | $13.37 |
| premium | $5.77 | $6.93 | $13.86 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $6.78 | $13.55 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$6
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$31–$56
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 10.7 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 9.2 | 0 | $3.20 | $1.46 |
| Efficient EV | 7.6 | 0 | $2.67 | $1.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.27 | $1.95 |
Gas CO2
11 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (64% 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
Seattle, WA
Evening in Seattle on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
3 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
1h 22m 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 Bremerton, WA to Seattle, WA covers 30.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southeast Sedgwick Road, Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, Fauntleroy Way Southwest. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.2 miles from Bremerton, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.40 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 16 significant decision points across 30.5 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 1 miles (WA 310 / North Callow Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 8.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 8.8 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Bremerton, WA to Seattle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Southworth Ferry along the way.
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