Origin
Seattle, WA
Evening in Seattle on Wednesday
Local time
7:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seattle, WA to Norwood Village, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
15m
Distance
9.7 mi
16 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 14m
★
6 AM
0h 16m
8 AM
0h 18m
10 AM
0h 17m
12 PM
0h 16m
3 PM
0h 17m
5 PM
0h 18m
8 PM
0h 15m
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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Norwood Village, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This short 9.7-mile drive from Seattle to Norwood Village in Washington is a quick 15-minute journey that makes for a simple day trip. You'll primarily navigate on I-5 and I-90, with a notable stretch on the Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel. With a modest fuel cost of around $2, this route is very accessible for a quick excursion. Given its brevity and the Pacific Coast region connecting both points, it's an easy addition to any Seattle-area exploration, requiring no overnight stays.
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
4.9 miles from Seattle, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for this 9.7-mile trip. While 17% of the route involves highway driving on I-5 and I-90, the overall character is more about navigating local roads, punctuated by the significant 6-mile stretch through the Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel. The drive's personality shifts from potentially faster highway segments to more intricate local maneuvering as you approach your destination. It's not a monotonous interstate grind, but rather a varied experience designed for efficient local travel.
This route has more turning and local-road decision points than a simple highway run.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel is the longest continuous segment at about 6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near Spring Street.
Route Complexity
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 9.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 15m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Spring Street
Turn right onto Spring Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 5
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5 toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
6
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
6
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 90 / Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90 / Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
8.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward Factoria Boulevard
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 10B
Toward Factoria Boulevard
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Seattle, WA and Norwood Village, WA, road signs point toward Portland and Spokane.
Portland
1 mi in
|
~2m
|
via I 5
Spokane
1.1 mi in
|
~2m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel | 6 mi | 7m |
| I 90 | 1 mi | 1m |
| I 5 | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 128th Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Spring Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Factoria Boulevard Southeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 32nd Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Richards Road | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
— 6 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Norwood Village, WA.
1
Start on this road
31 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto Madison Street
204 ft
·
11 sec
·
Madison Street
3
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
308 ft
·
14 sec
·
4th Avenue
4
Turn right onto Spring Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Spring Street
Use the right lane.
5
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
Toward I 5 South: Portland
6
Continue on I 5
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Use the left lane.
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
147 ft
·
2 sec
·
I 5
Toward I 90 East, I 5 South: Bellevue, Portland
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
Toward I 90 East: Bellevue, Spokane
9
Merge onto I 90
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
6.0 mi
·
7 min
·
Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 10B
Toward Factoria Boulevard
Use the slight right lane.
12
Turn left onto Factoria Boulevard Southeast
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Factoria Boulevard Southeast
Use the left / straight lanes.
13
Continue on Richards Road
395 ft
·
18 sec
·
Richards Road
14
Turn sharp left onto Southeast 32nd Street
400 ft
·
12 sec
·
Southeast 32nd Street
15
Turn right onto 128th Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
128th Avenue Southeast
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto Southeast 25th Street
295 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southeast 25th Street
17
Turn right
46 ft
·
3 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given this is a short 15-minute drive covering just 9.7 miles, you have a lot of flexibility. There are no designated stops, so you can depart Seattle at any time that suits your schedule. The estimated fuel cost is a low $2, so you won't need to worry about frequent refueling. Keep an eye out for the Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 6 miles; ensure you're prepared for its length. This route is best enjoyed without the pressure of long distances, allowing you to focus on the immediate transition from your starting point.
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 4.9 miles from Seattle, WA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 6 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 9.7 miles or 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.9 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwood Village, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Seattle, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Seattle, WA
This is one driving day of about 9.7 miles and 15m.
At 9.7 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel for about 6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.9 mi from Seattle, WA · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 9.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.9 miles from Seattle, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norwood Village, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Norwood Village, 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
$2.03 one way
$4.06 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.13 | $4.26 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.20 | $4.41 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.14 | $4.28 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.9 | 0 | $1.02 | $0.47 |
| Efficient EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.36 | $0.62 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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
Norwood Village, WA
Evening in Norwood Village on Wednesday
Local time
7:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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
15m 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 Seattle, WA to Norwood Village, WA covers 9.7 miles and takes about 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are Mount Baker Ridge Tunnel, I 90, I 5. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.9 miles from Seattle, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.03 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 short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 9.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 15m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (Spring Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 1 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 1.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Seattle, WA and Norwood Village, WA, road signs point toward Portland and Spokane.
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