Origin
Maltby, WA
Night in Maltby on Sunday
Local time
10:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Maltby, WA to Seattle, WA
Drive Time
34m
Distance
24.3 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 40m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 36m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 40m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seattle, WA
Josh Hild
Trip Overview
If you are planning to head from Maltby to Seattle, you are looking at a straightforward 24.3-mile journey that typically takes about 34 minutes. This drive is best tackled as a quick day trip, as it is easily completed in a single stint without needing an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via State Route 522, I-405, and WA-520 to reach the city. With a fuel budget of approximately $5, it is a highly economical route within the Pacific Coast region. The trip is strictly highway-focused, making it a practical choice for commuters or travelers looking for a direct path between these two Washington locations.
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
12.1 miles from Maltby, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a high-speed experience, as 90% of this route consists of highway driving. You will spend much of your time on major corridors, including a longest uninterrupted stretch of 8.3 miles on I-405. The road maintains a consistent, fast-paced rhythm that leaves little room for technical local maneuvers. Because this is a highway-focused drive, you should prepare for the steady flow of traffic typical of these major thoroughfares. It is a functional, efficient connection that prioritizes speed and directness over winding, scenic detours.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 405 is the longest continuous segment at about 8.3 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and WA 520. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 14.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
10/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 24.3 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 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (WA 520): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 18 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
14.6 mi into trip
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~19m in
Take the exit toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seattle
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seatt...
8
14.7 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
7
21.4 mi into trip
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~28m in
|
WA 520
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 520 toward I 5 South: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Portland
7
23.6 mi into trip
|
~31m 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
24 mi into trip
|
~32m in
|
5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| WA 520 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| State Route 522 | 5 mi | 6m |
| I 5 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| 5th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Maltby Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Yew Way | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 8.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Maltby, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on Broadway Avenue
127 ft
·
7 sec
·
Broadway Avenue
2
Turn slight right onto WA 524
397 ft
·
11 sec
·
Maltby Road
3
Turn right onto 87th Avenue Southeast
46 ft
·
3 sec
·
87th Avenue Southeast
4
Turn right
124 ft
·
13 sec
5
Turn left onto WA 524
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
Maltby Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto WA 524
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Yew Way
7
Turn left onto WA 524
282 ft
·
8 sec
·
Paradise Lake Road
8
Turn right onto WA 522
5.0 mi
·
6 min
·
State Route 522
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn slight left onto I 405
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the none lane.
11
Take the exit
457 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
13
Merge onto WA 520
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
WA 520
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 520
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
WA 520
Toward I 5 South: Portland
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 5
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
16
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 165B
Toward Union Street
Use the slight right lane.
17
Continue on Union Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
18
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
5th Avenue
Use the left lane.
19
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft
·
9 sec
·
Madison Street
20
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
21
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Since this is a short, 34-minute drive, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time. You will not need to plan for any stops along the way, as the distance is short enough to drive in one go. Keep in mind that your fuel costs will be minimal, requiring only about $5 to cover the trip. To ensure the smoothest experience, keep a close eye on traffic patterns along I-405, as that is where you will encounter the longest stretch of your journey. Being prepared for high-speed merging will make your transition onto the larger highways much more manageable.
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 12.1 miles from Maltby, WA, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 8.3 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 24.3 miles or 34m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12.1 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
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 Maltby, 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 Maltby, WA
This is one driving day of about 24.3 miles and 34m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Maltby, 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 I 405 for about 8.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12.1 mi from Maltby, WA · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12.1 miles from Maltby, 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
$5.10 one way
$10.20 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
9 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $5.33 | $10.65 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.52 | $11.04 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.40 | $10.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.17 |
| Efficient EV | 6.1 | 0 | $2.13 | $0.97 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.7 | 0 | $3.40 | $1.56 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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 Sunday
Local time
10:25 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
34m 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 Maltby, WA to Seattle, WA covers 24.3 miles and takes about 34m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, WA 520, State Route 522. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12.1 miles from Maltby, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.10 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 18 significant decision points across 24.3 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 14.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 21.4 miles (WA 520): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Maltby, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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