Origin
Normandy Park, WA
Evening in Normandy Park on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
22m
Distance
13.8 mi
22 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 21m
★
6 AM
0h 23m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 24m
12 PM
0h 24m
3 PM
0h 24m
5 PM
0h 26m
8 PM
0h 21m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Normandy Park, WA
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Seattle, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA covers 13.8 miles and takes about 22m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on Southwest Normandy Road, 1st Avenue South, South 160th Street for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is turn-heavy local drive. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.89 one way before food or hotel costs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
6.9 miles from Normandy Park, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 11m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a 22m drive with frequent turns across 13.8 miles of local and secondary roads.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 21 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Southwest Normandy Road is one of the defining roads on this drive.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. Navigation is very simple - set it and forget it for most of the drive.
Route Complexity
1/10
Very easy - short and simple to drive
The drive from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
Where does it get tricky?
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Southwest Normandy Road | — | — |
| 1st Avenue South | — | — |
| South 160th Street | — | — |
| WA 509 North | — | — |
| 1st Avenue South Bridge | — | — |
| Michigan Street | — | — |
| South Michigan Street | — | — |
| South Bailey Street | — | — |
Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
Southwest Normandy Road
— detailed segment metrics are refreshing.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Normandy Park, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on 4th Avenue Southwest
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
·
4th Avenue Southwest
2
Turn slight right onto Southwest Normandy Road
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
Southwest Normandy Road
3
Turn left onto 1st Avenue South
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
1st Avenue South
4
Turn right onto South 160th Street
0.2 mi
·
18 sec
·
South 160th Street
5
Continue on South 160th Street
0.2 mi
·
17 sec
·
South 160th Street
6
Enter the roundabout and take exit 1 toward WA 509 North: Seattle
23 ft
·
WA 509 North: Seattle
7
Exit the roundabout onto WA 509 North: Seattle
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
WA 509 North: Seattle
8
Merge slight left
5.5 mi
·
7 min
9
Continue on 1st Avenue South Bridge
0.4 mi
·
42 sec
·
1st Avenue South Bridge
10
Take the exit slight right toward Michigan Street
0.2 mi
·
35 sec
·
Michigan Street
11
Keep slight left to continue on South Michigan Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
South Michigan Street
12
Turn slight right onto South Bailey Street
279 ft
·
10 sec
·
South Bailey Street
13
Turn left onto I 5, I 90
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
I 5, I 90
14
Keep slight left to continue on I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
15
Merge slight left
3.8 mi
·
4 min
16
Take the exit slight left toward Seneca Street
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
Seneca Street
17
Turn left onto Seneca Street
322 ft
·
18 sec
·
Seneca Street
18
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
5th Avenue
19
Turn right onto Madison Street
112 ft
·
9 sec
·
Madison Street
20
Turn left
30 ft
·
2 sec
21
Arrive at your destination
Trip Plan
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 6.9 miles from Normandy Park, WA, or about 11m into the drive.
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 13.8 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 6.9 miles or 11m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 19m
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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Have your navigation ready before leaving Normandy Park, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Normandy Park, WA
This is one driving day of about 13.8 miles and 22m.
At 13.8 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 6.9 mi from Normandy Park, WA · 11m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 13.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 6.9 miles from Normandy Park, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Seattle, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Seattle, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.89 one way
$5.78 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $3.03 | $6.06 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.13 | $6.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.05 | $6.09 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$3
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$28–$53
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.45 | $0.66 |
| Efficient EV | 3.5 | 0 | $1.21 | $0.55 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.93 | $0.88 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Evening in Seattle on Wednesday
Local time
8:38 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
10 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
22m 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 Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA covers 13.8 miles and takes about 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Southwest Normandy Road, 1st Avenue South, South 160th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.9 miles from Normandy Park, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.89 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.
The drive from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA is easy. At 22m with 0% highway, most drivers will find it relaxed and low-stress.
This route does not have any notably tricky sections. Most of the drive from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA is straightforward, with well-signed roads and simple exits.
The route from Normandy Park, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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