Origin
Port Orchard, WA
Evening in Port Orchard on Sunday
Local time
7:43 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Port Orchard, WA to Seattle, WA
Drive Time
1h 8m
Distance
22.6 mi
36 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
1h 3m
★
6 AM
1h 9m
8 AM
1h 19m
10 AM
1h 12m
12 PM
1h 11m
3 PM
1h 13m
5 PM
1h 19m
8 PM
1h 5m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Orchard, WA
William Jacobs
Seattle, WA
Josh Hild
Trip Overview
Traveling from Port Orchard to Seattle covers a short 22.6-mile distance that is perfect for a quick, single-day excursion. Expect the journey to take about 1 hour and 8 minutes, largely due to the time spent on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. This route serves as a straightforward connection between these two Pacific Coast locations in Washington state. With fuel costs estimated at around $5, it is an economical trip that doesn't require an overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via Southeast Southworth Drive and Fauntleroy Way Southwest to reach your destination. It is a practical, no-fuss transit option if you are looking to move between these areas efficiently.
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
11.3 miles from Port Orchard, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 35m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip features a unique personality defined by a turn-heavy local drive rather than a typical high-speed interstate haul. Highway miles account for only 10% of the total journey, meaning you will spend most of your time navigating local roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is the 4.8-mile segment while crossing on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. Because the route relies so heavily on local transitions and ferry transit, you should prepare for a slower, more deliberate pace behind the wheel. Expect constant adjustments and turns as you navigate off the water and into the city streets.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 24 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry is the longest continuous segment at about 4.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near WA 166 / Bay Street.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 22.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (WA 166 / Bay Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles (Fauntleroy Way Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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WA 166 / Bay Street
Turn right onto WA 166 / Bay Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
6
13.4 mi into trip
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~48m in
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Fauntleroy Way Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
19.6 mi into trip
|
~1h 3m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
7
22.1 mi into trip
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~1h 7m 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
22.4 mi into trip
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~1h 7m in
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5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left / none lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| Southeast Southworth Drive | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Southeast Mile Hill Drive | 2.8 mi | 5m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 2.4 mi | 4m |
| I 5 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Mile Hill Drive | 0.8 mi | 1m |
| Bethel Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
— 4.8 mi, about 29m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Port Orchard, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on Sidney Avenue
490 ft
·
16 sec
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Sidney Avenue
2
Turn right onto WA 166
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bay Street
Use the none lane.
3
Enter roundabout onto WA 166
62 ft
·
1 sec
·
Bethel Avenue
4
Continue on WA 166
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Bethel Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto WA 166
190 ft
·
4 sec
·
Mile Hill Drive
6
Continue on WA 166
196 ft
·
4 sec
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Mile Hill Drive
7
Continue on WA 166
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
Southeast Mile Hill Drive
Use the none lane.
8
Continue on WA 166
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Mile Hill Drive
Use the none lane.
9
Continue on Southeast Mile Hill Drive
2.4 mi
·
4 min
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Southeast Mile Hill Drive
Use the left / none lanes.
10
Continue on Southeast Southworth Drive
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Southeast Southworth Drive
Use the none lane.
11
Continue on Southeast Southworth Drive
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Southworth Drive
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
·
Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
15
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
16
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.4 mi
·
4 min
·
West Seattle Bridge
Use the none lane.
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 none / 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
·
Seneca Street
21
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
5th Avenue
Use the straight / left / none 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
Since this is a short, flexible drive, you have the advantage of planning your departure around the ferry schedule rather than highway traffic patterns. Check the ferry departure times in advance to ensure your 1 hour and 8 minute transit remains on track. Because there are no planned stops on this 22.6-mile path, make sure you are fueled up before you head out, keeping your $5 fuel budget in mind. Use the ferry crossing as your primary opportunity to rest, as the rest of the drive requires your full attention on local roads. Being mindful of the ferry boarding process is the best way to ensure this quick trip stays stress-free.
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 11.3 miles from Port Orchard, WA, or about 35m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.8 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 22.6 miles or 1h 8m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 11.3 miles or 35m 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 2m
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 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 Port Orchard, WA
This is one driving day of about 22.6 miles and 1h 8m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from 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 Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry for about 4.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 11.3 mi from Port Orchard, WA · 35m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
11 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 22.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 11.3 miles from Port Orchard, 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
$4.74 one way
$9.49 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $4.95 | $9.91 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.13 | $10.27 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.02 | $10.04 |
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: 7.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| Efficient EV | 5.7 | 0 | $1.98 | $0.90 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9 | 0 | $3.16 | $1.45 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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 Sunday
Local time
7:43 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
1h 8m 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 Port Orchard, WA to Seattle, WA covers 22.6 miles and takes about 1h 8m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, Fauntleroy Way Southwest, Southeast Southworth Drive. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 11.3 miles from 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 $4.74 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 22.6 miles you will encounter 11 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 0.1 miles (WA 166 / Bay Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 13.4 miles (Fauntleroy Way Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 19.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Port Orchard, WA to Seattle, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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