Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
51m
Distance
13.1 mi
21 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
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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Southworth, WA
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This short 13.1-mile journey from Seattle to Southworth, WA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking about 51 minutes to complete. The drive involves a significant portion on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch at 4.8 miles. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this route is an easy addition to any Pacific Coast trip. The main roads you'll navigate include Fauntleroy Way Southwest and the West Seattle Bridge, interspersed with the ferry experience. Given its brevity and lack of recommended stops, this trip offers a straightforward and quick transit between two points within Washington.
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| State Route 99 | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Alaskan Way | 0.5 mi | 2m |
| Madison Street | 0.3 mi | 1m |
| Southworth Ferry | 0.3 mi | 2m |
| Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle, WA and Southworth, WA.
Start on this road
Turn left onto Madison Street
Turn left onto Alaskan Way
Take the exit
Merge onto WA 99
Take the exit
Merge onto West Seattle Bridge
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
Turn straight onto WA 160
Continue on WA 160
Turn left
Arrive at destination
5 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 13.1 — 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
Take the exit toward WA 99 South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Merge onto West Seattle Bridge
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Turn left
Navigation decision point
Regular Gas
$2.74 one way
$5.48 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.88 | $5.75 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.97 | $5.95 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.89 | $5.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.38 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.2 | 0 | $1.83 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
12:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Cloudy
Destination
Late night in Southworth on Sunday
Local time
12:30 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°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 'turn-heavy local drive' with only about 10% of the route on highways. The majority of your time will be spent on local roads and the unique experience of the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. The longest continuous segment you'll cover is 4.8 miles on the ferry itself. This profile suggests a drive where you'll be frequently adjusting your speed and direction, rather than settling into a long, high-speed cruise. The transition from urban Seattle to the ferry crossing will define the changing character of the drive.
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. You will hit about 7 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Madison Street.
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 13.1 miles you will encounter 7 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; at 0.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 51m. Total distance: 13.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
51m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
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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