Origin
Seattle, WA
Late night in Seattle on Sunday
Local time
3:21 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seattle, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
16.8 mi
27 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 22m
★
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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Alderwood Manor, WA
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Trip Overview
If you are looking to travel from Seattle to Alderwood Manor, you are looking at a quick 16.8-mile trip that typically takes about 23 minutes. Because this is such a short journey, it is perfectly suited for a single-day trip, meaning you won’t need to worry about overnight logistics. You can expect to spend approximately $4 on fuel for the entire drive, making it a very budget-friendly transit. The route primarily utilizes I-5 to connect these two Pacific Coast locations. Since you will spend 91 percent of your time on highways, this is a straightforward commute rather than a leisurely road trip. It is an ideal option if you need a practical, efficient way to move between these points without any necessary stops.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 15.2 mi | 19m |
| 196th Street Southwest | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Poplar Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| University Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 36th Avenue West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Madison Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 15.2 mi, about 19m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Alderwood Manor, 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
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
4th Avenue
Use the straight lane.
4
Turn right onto University Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
University Street
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
Toward I 5 North
6
Merge onto I 5
15 mi
·
19 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 181B
Toward WA 524: 196th Street Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn left onto Poplar Way
0.1 mi
·
28 sec
·
Poplar Way
Use the left lane.
9
At end of road, turn left onto WA 524
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
·
196th Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
10
Turn right onto 36th Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
36th Avenue West
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right
153 ft
·
12 sec
12
At end of road, turn right
59 ft
·
4 sec
13
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 16.6 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
4th Avenue
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
7
15.8 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Take the exit toward WA 524: 196th Street Southwest
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 181B
Toward WA 524: 196th Street Southwest
6
16.2 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
Poplar Way
Turn left onto Poplar Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
16.4 mi into trip
|
~22m in
|
WA 524 / 196th Street Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto WA 524 / 196th Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
7
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
36th Avenue West
Turn right onto 36th Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.52 one way
$7.03 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $3.69 | $7.37 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.82 | $7.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.71 | $7.42 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5 | 0 | $1.76 | $0.81 |
| Efficient EV | 4.2 | 0 | $1.47 | $0.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.7 | 0 | $2.35 | $1.08 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Alderwood Manor, WA
Late night in Alderwood Manor on Sunday
Local time
3:21 AM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
13 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
23m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This drive is defined by its reliance on major infrastructure, as it is almost entirely highway-focused. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for your longest uninterrupted stretch of 15.2 miles. Because 91 percent of the route consists of highway driving, you should be prepared for a consistent, high-speed pace rather than a scenic, winding backroad experience. As you transition off the interstate, you will navigate via 196th Street Southwest and 4th Avenue to reach your final destination. Expect a functional, no-frills experience behind the wheel that prioritizes speed and directness over exploration.
91% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 15.2 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and 196th Street Southwest. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near 4th Avenue.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 16.8 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: near the start (4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (Poplar Way): Lane positioning matters here.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 16.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (91%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 15.2 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 Alderwood Manor, 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: near the start (4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 15.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.2 miles (Poplar Way): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Alderwood Manor, 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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