Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 52m
Distance
52.1 mi
84 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$11
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Seattle, WA
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Kingston, WA
Harrison Reilly
The drive from Seattle, WA to Kingston, WA covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 52m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Highway 3 Northwest, Southeast Sedgwick Road, Bond Road Northeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.8 miles on State Highway 3 Northwest. At current regular gas prices, budget about $10.90 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.
Midpoint
26.1 miles from Seattle, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 14m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 52.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (52%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
The drive from Seattle, WA to Kingston, WA covers 52.1 miles and takes about 1h 52m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
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 0.9 miles in.
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.1 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 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.8 miles (West Seattle Bridge): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Take the exit toward WA 99 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto West Seattle Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the ramp toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward WA 305 South: Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Seattle, WA to Kingston, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bainbridge Island along the way.
Bainbridge Island
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Highway 3 Northwest | 15.8 mi | 19m |
| Southeast Sedgwick Road | 7.2 mi | 13m |
| Bond Road Northeast | 5.2 mi | 8m |
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Northeast State Highway 104 | 3.8 mi | 7m |
| State Highway 16 Southwest | 3.7 mi | 5m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| State Highway 3 West | 2 mi | 3m |
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Kingston, WA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Madison Street
Turn left onto Alaskan Way
Take the exit
Merge onto WA 99
Take the exit
Merge onto West Seattle Bridge
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
Turn straight onto WA 160
Continue on WA 160
Continue on WA 160
Take the ramp
Merge onto WA 16
Continue on WA 16
Continue on WA 3
Take the exit
Keep slight right at fork
Turn straight onto WA 305
Turn left onto WA 307
Continue on WA 104
Arrive at destination
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.
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 11 miles or 38m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.1 miles or 1h 14m 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 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kingston, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Seattle, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Seattle, WA
This is one driving day of about 52.1 miles and 1h 52m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 26.1 mi from Seattle, WA · 1h 14m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
26 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.
A short stop after about 11 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 26.1 miles from Seattle, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Kingston, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$10.90 one way
$21.81 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $11.44 | $22.87 |
| premium | $5.77 | $11.83 | $23.66 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $11.50 | $23.01 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 15.6 | 0 | $5.47 | $2.50 |
| Efficient EV | 13 | 0 | $4.56 | $2.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 20.8 | 0 | $7.29 | $3.33 |
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Night in Seattle on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Mostly Sunny
Destination
Night in Kingston on Thursday
Local time
10:37 PM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
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