Origin
Lofall, WA
Late night in Lofall on Wednesday
Local time
1:14 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Lofall, WA to Seattle, WA
Data updated 0 seconds ago
Drive Time
1h 43m
Distance
48.4 mi
78 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 36m
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6 AM
1h 43m
8 AM
1h 59m
10 AM
1h 49m
12 PM
1h 47m
3 PM
1h 50m
5 PM
1h 58m
8 PM
1h 39m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Lofall, WA
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Seattle, WA
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Trip Overview
This 48.4-mile journey from Lofall, WA to Seattle, WA is a straightforward option, taking approximately 1 hour and 43 minutes to complete. Primarily utilizing State Highway 3 Northwest and the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, this drive offers a mixed driving profile. With a modest fuel cost of around $10, it's perfectly suited as a single-day trip. You'll experience a bit of everything on this route, making it a convenient way to get from the Pacific Coast region of Washington to the same region, with Seattle as your destination.
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
24.2 miles from Lofall, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 33m into the drive .
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Drive Character
Expect a varied driving experience on this route, with 56% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 19.3 miles along State Highway 3 Northwest, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. The drive incorporates segments of State Highway 3 Northwest, Southeast Sedgwick Road, and the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, indicating a mix of road types. This blend means you'll transition between faster highway speeds and potentially slower ferry boarding and disembarking procedures.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Highway 3 Northwest is the longest continuous segment at about 19.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.4 miles in near WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 48.4 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 1.4 miles (WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.4 mi into trip
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~2m in
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WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Turn right onto WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
26.4 mi into trip
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~36m 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
26.7 mi into trip
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~37m 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
47.9 mi into trip
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~1h 41m 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
48.3 mi into trip
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~1h 42m in
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5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Lofall, WA to Seattle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Southworth Ferry along the way.
Southworth Ferry
26.4 mi in
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~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 3 Northwest | 19.3 mi | 25m |
| 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 | 2.1 mi | 3m |
Longest stretch:
State Highway 3 Northwest
— 19.3 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Lofall, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on Northwest Lofall Road
0.2 mi
·
38 sec
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Northwest Lofall Road
2
Continue on Lofall Road Northwest
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lofall Road Northwest
3
At end of road, turn left onto Pioneer Way Northwest
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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Pioneer Way Northwest
4
Turn right onto WA 3
19 mi
·
25 min
·
State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Continue on WA 3
2.1 mi
·
3 min
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State Highway 3 West
6
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi
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19 sec
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West State Route 16
7
Continue on WA 16
3.5 mi
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4 min
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State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
Toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth Ferry
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn left onto WA 160
232 ft
·
5 sec
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Southwest Sedgwick Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
10
Continue on WA 160
7.3 mi
·
13 min
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Southeast Sedgwick Road
Use the left lane.
11
At end of road, turn right onto WA 160
171 ft
·
4 sec
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Southeast Sedgwick Road
12
Continue on WA 160
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
Southworth Ferry
13
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi
·
29 min
·
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
14
Continue on Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.2 mi
·
19 sec
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Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
15
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
·
10 min
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Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Use the slight left lane.
18
Merge onto I 5
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Exit 165
Toward Seneca Street
Use the slight left lane.
20
Turn left onto Seneca Street
323 ft
·
18 sec
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Seneca Street
21
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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5th Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
22
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft
·
9 sec
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Madison Street
23
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given its relatively short duration of under two hours, this trip offers flexibility in departure times. Aiming for an earlier start can help you avoid potential traffic congestion, especially as you approach Seattle. While there are no designated stops mentioned, plan for a brief break before or after the ferry crossing to stretch your legs. The fuel cost is estimated at just $10, so keeping your tank topped up shouldn't be a concern. A practical tip for this route is to check the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry schedule in advance to minimize any waiting time at the terminal.
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 24.2 miles from Lofall, WA, or about 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 19.3 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 48.4 miles or 1h 43m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 24.2 miles or 33m 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 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 Lofall, 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 Lofall, WA
This is one driving day of about 48.4 miles and 1h 43m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Lofall, 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 3 Northwest for about 19.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 24.2 mi from Lofall, WA · 33m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
24 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 48.4 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 24.2 miles from Lofall, 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
$10.13 one way
$20.26 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
17 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $10.62 | $21.25 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.99 | $21.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $10.69 | $21.37 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| Efficient EV | 12.1 | 0 | $4.23 | $1.94 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 19.4 | 0 | $6.78 | $3.10 |
Gas CO2
17 kg
EV CO2
6 kg (65% 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
Late night in Seattle on Wednesday
Local time
1:14 AM
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
13 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 43m 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 Lofall, WA to Seattle, WA covers 48.4 miles and takes about 1h 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Highway 3 Northwest, Southeast Sedgwick Road, Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 24.2 miles from Lofall, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $10.13 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 13 significant decision points across 48.4 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 1.4 miles (WA 3 / State Highway 3 Northwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 26.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 26.7 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Lofall, WA to Seattle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Southworth Ferry along the way.
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