Origin
Camano, WA
Afternoon in Camano on Friday
Local time
3:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camano, WA to Seattle, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
63.7 mi
103 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 33m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camano, WA
Townsend Walton
Seattle, WA
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Trip Overview
Camano Island, WA to Seattle, WA is 63.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m via I 5 and State Route 532, with a fuel budget near $13 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive takes you from the Pacific Coast region of Washington to the same region, primarily utilizing major highways for a straightforward journey. Given its relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, this route is well-suited for a single-day trip. You can expect a predictable travel experience, making it a practical option for getting between these two Washington locations efficiently.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 63.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (86%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This route is largely a highway-focused drive, with 86% of the journey on major roads like I 5. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 46.4 miles on I 5, which offers consistent speed and straightforward navigation. The initial part of the drive involves State Route 532 and West Camano Hill Road before merging onto the interstate. Expect a transition from local roads to faster-paced highway driving as you progress towards Seattle.
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 46.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and State Route 532. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 16.7 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort
4/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 16.7 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles (5th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
16.7 mi into trip
|
~29m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
63.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 26m in
Take the exit toward Union Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165B
Toward Union Street
7
63.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 27m in
|
5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
|
Madison Street
Turn right onto Madison Street
Navigation decision point
5
63.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 28m in
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 46.4 mi | 57m |
| State Route 532 | 8.2 mi | 12m |
| West Camano Hill Road | 3.3 mi | 8m |
| North East Camano Drive | 2.5 mi | 4m |
| 268th Street Northwest | 1.8 mi | 3m |
| South West Camano Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 5th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 46.4 mi, about 57m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camano, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on South West Camano Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
South West Camano Drive
2
Turn right onto West Camano Hill Road
3.3 mi
·
8 min
·
West Camano Hill Road
3
At end of road, turn left onto North East Camano Drive
2.5 mi
·
4 min
·
North East Camano Drive
4
Continue on WA 532
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 532
5
Continue on WA 532
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
268th Street Northwest
6
Continue on WA 532
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 532
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
38 sec
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 5
46 mi
·
57 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 165B
Toward Union Street
Use the slight right lane.
10
Continue on Union Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
11
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
5th Avenue
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft
·
9 sec
·
Madison Street
13
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
14
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.9 mi from Camano, WA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 31.9 miles from Camano, 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.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.33 one way
$26.66 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $13.98 | $27.96 |
| premium | $5.77 | $14.47 | $28.93 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.06 | $28.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.57 | $2.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.5 | 0 | $8.92 | $4.08 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 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
Seattle, WA
Afternoon in Seattle on Friday
Local time
3:29 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
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
2 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 28m 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 Camano, WA to Seattle, WA covers 63.7 miles and takes about 1h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, State Route 532, West Camano Hill Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.9 miles from Camano, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.33 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 straightforward 1h 28m drive. You will face about 9 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 16.7 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 63.5 miles (5th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Camano, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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