Origin
East Port Orchard, WA
Night in East Port Orchard on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from East Port Orchard, WA to Bremerton, WA
Drive Time
19m
Distance
9.4 mi
15 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 17m
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6 AM
0h 19m
8 AM
0h 22m
10 AM
0h 20m
12 PM
0h 20m
3 PM
0h 20m
5 PM
0h 22m
8 PM
0h 18m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
East Port Orchard, WA
William Jacobs
Bremerton, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between East Port Orchard and Bremerton, this 9.4-mile trip is an incredibly efficient commute. You can easily complete the entire journey in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, it is a very budget-friendly route within the Pacific Coast region. You will spend your time navigating a mix of State Highway 16, State Highway 3 West, and Charleston Boulevard. Because of the short duration, there is no need for an overnight stay, allowing you to focus on your destination immediately. This drive serves as a practical link for those moving between these two Washington hubs.
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
4.7 miles from East Port Orchard, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 8m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a varied experience as you transition from highway speeds to local surface streets. With a 43% highway share, the route balances faster segments with more controlled driving environments. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 2.2-mile section of State Highway 16, which provides the most consistent pace of the drive. The profile is categorized as a mixed drive, meaning you will need to adjust your driving style as you move off the main arterials and onto Charleston Boulevard. It is a straightforward trip that avoids the monotony of a long-haul interstate grind while offering enough variation to keep the short transit engaging.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 16 is the longest continuous segment at about 2.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Southeast Lund Avenue.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.3 miles (Southeast Lund Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Tremont Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.2 miles: 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.
6
0.3 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Southeast Lund Avenue
Turn right onto Southeast Lund Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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Tremont Street West
Enter roundabout onto Tremont Street West
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
8
2.2 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
7
6.5 mi into trip
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~11m in
Take the exit toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
6
8.4 mi into trip
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~16m in
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6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 16 | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| State Highway 3 West | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Charleston Boulevard | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| 6th Street | 1 mi | 3m |
| Southeast Lund Avenue | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| Tremont Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Tremont Street West | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North Callow Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 16
— 2.2 mi, about 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between East Port Orchard, WA and Bremerton, WA.
1
Start on McKinley Place Southeast
81 ft
·
7 sec
·
McKinley Place Southeast
2
Turn left onto Lincoln Avenue Southeast
369 ft
·
13 sec
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Lincoln Avenue Southeast
3
Turn left onto Hoover Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
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Hoover Avenue Southeast
4
Turn right onto Southeast Lund Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Southeast Lund Avenue
Use the none lane.
5
Continue on Tremont Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Tremont Street
Use the none lane.
6
Enter roundabout onto Tremont Street West
140 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tremont Street West
7
Continue on Tremont Street West
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Tremont Street West
8
Enter roundabout onto Tremont Street West
138 ft
·
2 sec
·
Tremont Street West
9
Continue on Tremont Street West
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Tremont Street West
10
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
29 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
Use the right lane.
11
Merge onto WA 16
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
State Highway 16
Use the none lane.
12
Continue on WA 16
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
State Highway 3 West
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Exit 36
Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Continue on WA 304
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Charleston Boulevard
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
15
Continue on WA 304
0.3 mi
·
51 sec
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North Callow Avenue
16
Turn right onto 6th Street
1.0 mi
·
3 min
·
6th Street
Use the none lane.
17
Arrive at destination
6th Street
Trip Plan
Since this drive takes less than 20 minutes, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about planning formal rest stops given the short distance, but keeping your fuel tank topped off for $2 ensures you are ready for any additional local errands upon arrival. Pay close attention to your navigation as you transition from State Highway 16 to State Highway 3 West, as the road character shifts quickly. Because this is a zero-stop route, use the efficiency of the trip to your advantage by planning your arrival in Bremerton exactly when you need to be there. Aim to travel during off-peak hours if you prefer a quieter, more predictable drive along these primary connectors.
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 4.7 miles from East Port Orchard, WA, or about 8m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 2.2 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 9.4 miles or 19m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.7 miles or 8m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 14m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bremerton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving East Port Orchard, 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 East Port Orchard, WA
This is one driving day of about 9.4 miles and 19m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from East Port Orchard, 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 State Highway 16 for about 2.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.7 mi from East Port Orchard, WA · 8m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
5 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 9.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.7 miles from East Port Orchard, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bremerton, WA
The final approach into Bremerton, 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 Bremerton, 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
$1.97 one way
$3.95 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $2.06 | $4.12 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.14 | $4.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $2.09 | $4.18 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.8 | 0 | $0.99 | $0.45 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.82 | $0.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Bremerton, WA
Night in Bremerton on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
Very similar conditions
Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.
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 East Port Orchard, WA to Bremerton, WA covers 9.4 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 16, State Highway 3 West, Charleston Boulevard. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.7 miles from East Port Orchard, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.97 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 9.4 miles you will encounter 9 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 0.3 miles (Southeast Lund Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 2 miles (Tremont Street West): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 2.2 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
The route from East Port Orchard, WA to Bremerton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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