Origin
Ocean Shores, WA
Late night in Ocean Shores on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
PDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Ocean Shores, WA to Newton, WA
Data updated 3 hours ago
Drive Time
26m
Distance
15.1 mi
24 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
None
0 DC fast
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 24m
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6 AM
0h 27m
8 AM
0h 31m
10 AM
0h 28m
12 PM
0h 28m
3 PM
0h 28m
5 PM
0h 31m
8 PM
0h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Ocean Shores, WA
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Newton, WA
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Trip Overview
This brief 15.1-mile drive from Ocean Shores to Newton, WA, will take you about 26 minutes, making it a perfect addition to a day trip or a short exploration. You'll primarily travel on State Route 109, Point Brown Avenue Northeast, and Powell Road, with a 54% highway share. Given its short distance and duration, this route is easily manageable as a single-day excursion with no need for an overnight stay. Expect a fuel cost of around $3 for this journey. Both your starting point and destination are nestled along the Pacific Coast in Washington, offering a consistent coastal feel throughout your travels.
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
7.6 miles from Ocean Shores, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 15m into the drive .
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Drive Character
The drive offers a mixed experience, blending highway speeds with more local road segments. With 54% of the journey on highways, you'll encounter some faster-paced driving. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll navigate is 6.3 miles along State Route 109. This route is not a monotonous interstate grind; expect the road to shift character as you transition between these main thoroughfares. The overall profile suggests a drive that keeps you engaged without being overly demanding.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 109 is the longest continuous segment at about 6.3 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.3 miles in near Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 15.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.5 miles (Point Brown Avenue Northeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.2 miles (WA 115 / Damon Road): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 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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~1m in
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Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast
At end of road, turn left onto Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
4
2.5 mi into trip
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~6m in
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Point Brown Avenue Northeast
Enter roundabout onto Point Brown Avenue Northeast
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
3.2 mi into trip
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~8m in
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WA 115 / Damon Road
At end of road, turn right onto WA 115 / Damon Road
Navigation decision point
4
5.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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WA 109 / State Route 109
Turn right onto WA 109 / State Route 109
Navigation decision point
4
11.8 mi into trip
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~21m in
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Powell Road
Turn left onto Powell Road
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 109 | 6.3 mi | 8m |
| Point Brown Avenue Northeast | 2.3 mi | 4m |
| Powell Road | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| State Route 115 | 1.9 mi | 3m |
| Ocean Beach Road | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Canal Drive Southeast | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| Damon Road | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Ocean Lake Way Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 109
— 6.3 mi, about 8m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Ocean Shores, WA and Newton, WA.
1
Start on Canal Drive Southeast
0.3 mi
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1 min
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Canal Drive Southeast
2
At end of road, turn left onto Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast
282 ft
·
12 sec
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Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast
3
Turn straight onto Canal Drive Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
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Canal Drive Southeast
4
Turn left onto Ocean Lake Way Northeast
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Ocean Lake Way Northeast
5
Turn right onto Point Brown Avenue Northeast
1.6 mi
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3 min
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Point Brown Avenue Northeast
6
Enter roundabout onto Point Brown Avenue Northeast
136 ft
·
3 sec
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Point Brown Avenue Northeast
7
Continue on Point Brown Avenue Northeast
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Point Brown Avenue Northeast
8
At end of road, turn right onto WA 115
0.3 mi
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52 sec
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Damon Road
9
Continue on WA 115
1.9 mi
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3 min
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State Route 115
10
Turn right onto WA 109
6.3 mi
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8 min
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State Route 109
11
Turn left onto Powell Road
1.8 mi
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2 min
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Powell Road
12
Keep slight left at fork onto Powell Road
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
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Powell Road
13
Turn straight onto Ocean Beach Road
1.4 mi
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2 min
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Ocean Beach Road
14
Arrive at destination
Ocean Beach Road
Trip Plan
For this short 26-minute trip covering 15.1 miles, flexibility is your best friend. You can easily depart at any time of day without needing to plan for extensive stops. The estimated fuel cost is a minimal $3, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Keep an eye on your navigation as you transition between State Route 109, Point Brown Avenue Northeast, and Powell Road, as these are the primary roads guiding your way. Since the longest stretch is just 6.3 miles, you can comfortably complete this journey in one go.
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 7.6 miles from Ocean Shores, WA, or about 15m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6.3 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 15.1 miles or 26m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 7.6 miles or 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Newton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Ocean Shores, 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 Ocean Shores, WA
This is one driving day of about 15.1 miles and 26m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Ocean Shores, 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 Route 109 for about 6.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 7.6 mi from Ocean Shores, WA · 15m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
8 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 15.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 7.6 miles from Ocean Shores, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Newton, WA
The final approach into Newton, 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 Newton, 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
$3.16 one way
$6.32 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $3.31 | $6.63 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.43 | $6.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.33 | $6.67 |
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: 5.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.5 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.72 |
| Efficient EV | 3.8 | 0 | $1.32 | $0.60 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6 | 0 | $2.11 | $0.97 |
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
Newton, WA
Late night in Newton on Wednesday
Local time
5:04 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
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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
2 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
26m 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 Ocean Shores, WA to Newton, WA covers 15.1 miles and takes about 26m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 109, Point Brown Avenue Northeast, Powell Road. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 7.6 miles from Ocean Shores, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.16 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 15.1 miles you will encounter 8 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 (Mount Olympus Avenue Southeast): Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 2.5 miles (Point Brown Avenue Northeast): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 3.2 miles (WA 115 / Damon Road): Navigation decision point.
The route from Ocean Shores, WA to Newton, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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