Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
57m
Distance
41.8 mi
67 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$9
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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Sisco Heights, WA
Harrison Reilly
This straightforward 41.8-mile drive from Seattle to Sisco Heights, Washington, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 57 minutes to complete. You'll primarily travel on I-5 and State Routes 9 and 204, with a 94% highway share, making it a swift journey. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $9, reflecting its relatively short distance. Given the manageable duration and distance, this route is perfectly suited as a day trip without the need for an overnight stay. It's a practical option for getting between two points within the Pacific Coast region of Washington.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 27.6 mi | 34m |
| State Route 9 | 7.8 mi | 11m |
| State Route 204 | 2 mi | 3m |
| US 2 | 1.9 mi | 2m |
| 132nd Street Northeast | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| University Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| SR 204 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Sisco Heights, WA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Madison Street
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
Turn right onto University Street
Take the ramp
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Merge onto US 2
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Continue on WA 204
Continue on WA 204
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
Continue on WA 9
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
Continue on WA 9
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
Continue on WA 9
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
Continue on WA 9
Turn right onto 132nd Street Northeast
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
21 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 41.8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.9 miles from Seattle, 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.
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 30.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
Turn left onto Madison Street
Navigation decision point
Turn right onto 4th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Turn right onto University Street
Navigation decision point
Take the exit toward US 2 East: Snohomish, Wenatchee
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 204 East: Lake Stevens
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Regular Gas
$8.75 one way
$17.50 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $9.17 | $18.35 |
| premium | $5.77 | $9.49 | $18.98 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $9.23 | $18.46 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$9
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.5 | 0 | $4.39 | $2.01 |
| Efficient EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.66 | $1.67 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.7 | 0 | $5.85 | $2.68 |
Gas CO2
15 kg
EV CO2
5 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
Late night in Seattle on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Sisco Heights on Sunday
Local time
1:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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.
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 41.8-mile journey, with 94% of the route utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 27.6 miles on I-5, offering a consistent, high-speed travel segment. As you transition from I-5 to State Route 9 and then State Route 204, you might notice a slight shift in the road's character, but the overall feel remains predominantly that of a highway drive. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and State Route 9. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Madison Street.
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 15 decision points packed into just 41.8 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 57m.
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.
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Seattle, WA and Sisco Heights, WA, road signs point toward Wenatchee and 20Th Street Southeast.
Wenatchee
20Th Street Southeast
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 57m. Total distance: 41.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
57m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
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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