Origin
Seattle, WA
Late night in Seattle on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Seattle, WA to Bothell West, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
28m
Distance
18.5 mi
30 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 26m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m
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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Bothell West, WA
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Trip Overview
This short 18.5-mile drive from Seattle to Bothell West in Washington is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 28 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes major highways, with about 77% of the journey on interstate roads, making it a straightforward commute. You'll primarily be on I-5, 204th Street Southwest, and Larch Way. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, this is a very budget-friendly option for a quick journey within the Pacific Coast region. Given its brevity and focus on highway travel, no overnight stops are necessary.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 14.4 mi | 17m |
| 204th Street Southwest | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Larch Way | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Logan Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Damson Road | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 28th Avenue West | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| University Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 14.4 mi, about 17m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Bothell West, 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
14 mi
·
17 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
49 sec
Exit 181A
Toward Lynnwood, 44th Avenue West
Use the slight right lane.
8
Continue on 204th Street Southwest
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
204th Street Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
9
Turn right onto 28th Avenue West
0.2 mi
·
36 sec
·
28th Avenue West
10
Turn left onto Larch Way
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Larch Way
11
Enter roundabout onto Logan Road
130 ft
·
2 sec
·
Logan Road
12
Continue on Logan Road
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Logan Road
13
Turn right onto Damson Road
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Damson Road
14
Turn left onto 213th Street Southwest
270 ft
·
12 sec
·
213th Street Southwest
15
Arrive at destination
213th Street Southwest
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 15 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Madison Street
Turn left onto Madison Street
Navigation decision point
7
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
4th Avenue
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight lane.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
University Street
Turn right onto University Street
Navigation decision point
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
15 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward Lynnwood, 44th Avenue West
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 181A
Toward Lynnwood, 44th Avenue West
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.87 one way
$7.74 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $4.06 | $8.12 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.20 | $8.40 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.08 | $8.17 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.5 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 | 5.6 | 0 | $1.94 | $0.89 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.4 | 0 | $2.59 | $1.18 |
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
Bothell West, WA
Late night in Bothell West on Sunday
Local time
12:28 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°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
7 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
28m 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?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 77% of the drive on interstates and major roads. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 14.4 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace for a significant portion of your travel. While much of the drive involves higher speeds on main arteries like I-5, you'll transition to roads like 204th Street Southwest and Larch Way as you approach your destination, which may involve slightly more varied traffic conditions. This route is designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration.
77% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 14.4 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and 204th 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 Madison Street.
Driving Effort
5/10
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 18.5 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 (Madison Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (University Street): Navigation decision point.
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.
Between Seattle, WA and Bothell West, WA, road signs point toward Lynnwood and 44Th Avenue West.
Lynnwood
15 mi in
|
~20m
44Th Avenue West
15 mi in
|
~20m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 18.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (77%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 14.4 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 (Madison Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (4th Avenue): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.2 miles (University Street): Navigation decision point.
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 Bothell West, 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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