Origin
Aberdeen, WA
Night in Aberdeen on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
89.7 mi
144 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$19
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 58m
8 AM
2h 15m
10 AM
2h 4m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 5m
5 PM
2h 14m
8 PM
1h 53m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Aberdeen, WA
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Auburn, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 89.7-mile drive from Aberdeen to Auburn, Washington, is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 57 minutes. You'll primarily be on I-5 and WA 8, with a portion on Olympic Highway, making it a mostly highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $19, this route offers an economical way to travel between the Pacific Coast regions of Washington. It’s a practical option for a quick journey, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. No overnight stops are recommended, so you can focus on reaching your destination efficiently.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 59m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 37 mi | 46m |
| WA 8 | 21.1 mi | 26m |
| Olympic Highway | 19.1 mi | 25m |
| US 101 | 5.4 mi | 7m |
| State Route 18 | 3.2 mi | 4m |
| East Wishkah Street | 1.5 mi | 3m |
| East Heron Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| C Street Southwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 37 mi, about 46m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Aberdeen, WA and Auburn, WA.
1
Start on US 101
310 ft
·
16 sec
·
East Wishkah Street
2
Turn left onto South I Street
365 ft
·
23 sec
·
South I Street
3
Turn left onto US 101
0.4 mi
·
59 sec
·
East Heron Street
4
Continue on US 12
474 ft
·
13 sec
·
Hornsby Way
5
Turn right onto US 12
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
East Wishkah Street
6
Continue on US 12
19 mi
·
25 min
·
Olympic Highway
7
Continue on WA 8
21 mi
·
26 min
·
WA 8
8
Merge onto US 101
5.4 mi
·
7 min
·
US 101
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
52 sec
10
Merge onto I 5
29 mi
·
36 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
8.2 mi
·
10 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto WA 18
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
State Route 18
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward C Street Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
At end of road, turn left onto C Street Southwest
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
·
C Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right onto West Main Street
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
·
West Main Street
Use the right lane.
17
Arrive at destination
East Main Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of under two hours, this route offers excellent flexibility. You can easily depart at your convenience, perhaps aiming to leave Aberdeen in the morning to arrive in Auburn by midday. With no required overnight stays, you can adjust your departure time based on your schedule. Keep an eye on fuel levels, especially before departing Aberdeen, as the longest stretch without a major change in road type is 37 miles on I-5. This route is straightforward, so focus on enjoying the efficient journey to Auburn.
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 44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA, or about 59m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 37 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 20 miles or 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 44.8 miles or 59m 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 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Auburn, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Aberdeen, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Aberdeen, WA
This is one driving day of about 89.7 miles and 1h 57m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 20 miles from Aberdeen, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 37 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
45 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 20 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 44.8 miles from Aberdeen, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 89.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
South I Street
Turn left onto South I Street
Navigation decision point
6
76.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 40m in
|
I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
8
85.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m in
Take the exit toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservation
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 142A
Toward WA 18 East: Auburn, Muckleshoot Reservat...
6
88.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 55m in
Take the exit toward C Street Southwest
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward C Street Southwest
6
89.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 57m in
|
West Main Street
Turn right onto West Main Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$18.77 one way
$37.55 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
31 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $19.69 | $39.38 |
| premium | $5.77 | $20.37 | $40.74 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $19.80 | $39.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$19
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$44–$69
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 31.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $9 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 26.9 | 0 | $9.42 | $4.31 |
| Efficient EV | 22.4 | 0 | $7.85 | $3.59 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 35.9 | 0 | $12.56 | $5.74 |
Gas CO2
31 kg
EV CO2
10 kg (68% 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
Auburn, WA
Night in Auburn on Saturday
Local time
9:21 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Patchy Frost then Sunny
SSW 5 mph
3% chance
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
1 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 57m on the road
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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
21 mi from route
~52 min detour
Free
near mile 89.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for the majority of this trip, with 74% of the journey on major roadways. You'll encounter a substantial stretch of 37 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. The route incorporates WA 8 and Olympic Highway, providing a mix of driving experiences as you transition between these main arteries. While largely a highway experience, the road does change as you progress, shifting from the broader I-5 corridor to other state highways. This drive is designed for efficient travel rather than extensive scenic detours.
74% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 37 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 8. 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 South I Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 89.7 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 (South I Street): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Aberdeen, WA to Auburn, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Muckleshoot Reservation along the way.
Muckleshoot Reservation
85.1 mi in
|
~1h 50m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 57m. Total distance: 89.7 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 37 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Auburn, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (South I Street): Navigation decision point; at 76.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 85.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Auburn, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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