Origin
Connell, WA
Night in Connell on Thursday
Local time
11:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
75°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Connell, WA to Seattle, WA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
4h 11m
Distance
205.4 mi
331 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$43
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 58m
★
6 AM
4h 11m
8 AM
4h 38m
10 AM
4h 21m
12 PM
4h 18m
3 PM
4h 22m
5 PM
4h 36m
8 PM
4h 4m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connell, WA
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Seattle, WA
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Trip Overview
This 205.4-mile journey from Connell, WA, to Seattle, WA, is designed as a straightforward, single-day trip, taking approximately 4 hours and 11 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-90, with a section of WA 26 and the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway contributing to 94% of the drive being on main roads. With an estimated fuel cost of $43, this highway-focused route offers an efficient way to travel across Washington state. It's a practical choice for those looking to cover ground without extensive detours, making it ideal for a quick transition between regions.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
102.7 miles from Connell, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 15m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 11m. Total distance: 205.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 11m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a largely highway-focused experience on this 205.4-mile route, with 94% of your travel occurring on main roads like I-90. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 135.4 miles on I-90, meaning you can settle in for extended periods of driving. While the majority of the drive is on high-speed highways, the inclusion of WA 26 and the Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway might introduce some variation in the driving experience before you merge back onto the interstate. This route prioritizes efficiency over winding scenic byways.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 135.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and WA 26. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near North Columbia Avenue.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 205.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Columbia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 204 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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North Columbia Avenue
Turn right onto North Columbia Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
204 mi into trip
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~4h 8m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, James Street, Madison Street
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 2C
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, J...
6
204.8 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Madison Street, Convention Center
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, M...
8
204.9 mi into trip
|
~4h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Madison Street, Convention Place
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Madison Street, Convention Place
6
205.3 mi into trip
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~4h 10m in
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Madison Street
Turn left onto Madison Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 135.4 mi | 2h 30m |
| WA 26 | 57.4 mi | 1h 19m |
| Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| South Roxboro Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Lind-Hatton Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Columbia Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Muse Road | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bronson Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 135.4 mi, about 2h 30m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connell, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on East Clark Street
46 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Clark Street
2
Turn right onto North Columbia Avenue
259 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Columbia Avenue
3
Continue on North Columbia Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
4
Continue on Lind Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
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Lind Road
5
Turn left onto US 395
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
6
Turn left onto Muse Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Muse Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto South Roxboro Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Roxboro Road
8
Continue on Lind-Hatton Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lind-Hatton Road
9
Continue on 1st Avenue
386 ft
·
7 sec
·
1st Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto Bronson Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bronson Street
11
Continue on Lind-Hatton Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lind-Hatton Road
12
Turn left onto WA 26
57 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
WA 26
13
Continue on this road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
14
Merge onto I 90
135 mi
·
2 hr 30 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.7 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2C
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, James Street, Madison Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
21 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Madison Street, Convention Center
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
54 sec
Toward Madison Street, Convention Place
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn left onto Madison Street
0.1 mi
·
35 sec
·
Madison Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
19
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
20
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the 4-hour, 11-minute duration, this trip is comfortably manageable in a single day. You'll want to factor in the $43 fuel cost and plan for at least one stop, perhaps during the 135.4-mile stretch on I-90 where services are readily available. Starting your drive in the morning will give you ample daylight and allow you to arrive in Seattle with time to spare. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially when transitioning between WA 26 and I-90, to ensure smooth progress.
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 102.7 miles from Connell, WA, or about 2h 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 135.4 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 45 miles or 1h 4m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 102.7 miles or 2h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 28m
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 Connell, 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 Connell, WA
This is one driving day of about 205.4 miles and 4h 11m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 45 miles from Connell, 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 90 for about 135.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 102.7 mi from Connell, WA · 2h 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
103 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 45 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 102.7 miles from Connell, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 135.4 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.99 one way
$85.98 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
72 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $45.08 | $90.17 |
| premium | $5.77 | $46.64 | $93.29 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $45.35 | $90.70 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$43
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$68–$93
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 71.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $22 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 61.6 | 0 | $21.57 | $9.86 |
| Efficient EV | 51.4 | 0 | $17.97 | $8.22 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 82.2 | 1 | $28.76 | $13.15 |
Gas CO2
72 kg
EV CO2
24 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
Seattle, WA
Night in Seattle on Thursday
Local time
11:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
26 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
4h 11m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Connell, WA to Seattle, WA covers 205.4 miles and takes about 4h 11m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, WA 26, Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 102.7 miles from Connell, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $42.99 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 205.4 miles you will encounter 10 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: near the start (North Columbia Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 204 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 204.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Connell, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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