This straightforward 52.4-mile journey from Suquamish, WA to Seattle, WA takes approximately 1 hour and 52 minutes, making it an ideal day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $11, it's an affordable hop across the Pacific Coast region. The drive primarily utilizes State Highway 3 Northwest, Southeast Sedgwick Road, and State Highway 305 Northeast, offering a mixed driving experience. You won't need to break this trip up with an overnight stay, allowing for flexibility in your schedule. It's a practical option for getting from one side of Puget Sound to the other.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
26.2 miles from Suquamish, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 39m into the drive
.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
State Highway 3 Northwest
16.1 mi
20m
Southeast Sedgwick Road
7.3 mi
13m
State Highway 305 Northeast
6.3 mi
11m
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
4.8 mi
29m
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
10m
State Highway 16
3.5 mi
4m
West Seattle Bridge
2.4 mi
4m
I 5
2.2 mi
2m
Longest stretch:
State Highway 3 Northwest
— 16.1 mi, about 20m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Suquamish, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on Augusta Avenue Northeast
497 ft·21 sec·Augusta Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto Suquamish Way Northeast
1.6 mi·3 min·Suquamish Way Northeast
3
Turn right onto WA 305
2.9 mi·4 min·State Highway 305 Northeast
Use the right lane.
4
Enter roundabout onto WA 305
108 ft·1 sec·State Highway 305 Northeast
5
Continue on WA 305
3.4 mi·6 min·State Highway 305 Northeast
Use the straight lane.
6
Take the ramp
0.5 mi·1 min
Toward WA 3 South: BremertonUse the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto WA 3
16 mi·20 min·State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Continue on WA 3
2.1 mi·3 min·State Highway 3 West
9
Continue on WA 16
0.2 mi·19 sec·West State Route 16
10
Continue on WA 16
3.5 mi·4 min·State Highway 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
0.3 mi·50 sec
Toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth FerryUse the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Turn left onto WA 160
232 ft·5 sec·Southwest Sedgwick Road
Use the straight / left lanes.
13
Continue on WA 160
7.3 mi·13 min·Southeast Sedgwick Road
Use the left lane.
14
At end of road, turn right onto WA 160
171 ft·4 sec·Southeast Sedgwick Road
15
Continue on WA 160
0.2 mi·1 min·Southworth Ferry
16
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi·29 min·Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
17
Continue on Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.2 mi·19 sec·Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
18
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi·10 min·Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the left / right lanes.
19
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.4 mi·4 min·West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Take the exit
0.4 mi·46 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British ColumbiaUse the slight left lane.
21
Merge onto I 5
2.2 mi·2 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
Take the exit
0.3 mi·35 sec
Exit 165Toward Seneca StreetUse the slight left lane.
23
Turn left onto Seneca Street
323 ft·18 sec·Seneca Street
24
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.1 mi·27 sec·5th Avenue
Use the straight / left lanes.
25
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft·9 sec·Madison Street
26
Turn left
31 ft·2 sec
27
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of just under two hours, you can easily complete this drive in a single day. Consider departing mid-morning to avoid the earliest rush hour traffic, especially as you approach Seattle. With no required stops indicated, you have the flexibility to pull over as needed or push through to your destination. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge; while the estimated cost is low at $11, it's always wise to start with a full tank, particularly before heading onto State Highway 3 Northwest for that longest stretch.
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 26.2 miles from Suquamish, WA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 16.1 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 12 miles or 20m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 26.2 miles or 39m 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 36m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Seattle, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Suquamish, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Suquamish, WA
This is one driving day of about 52.4 miles and 1h 52m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 12 miles from Suquamish, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Highway 3 Northwest for about 16.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 16
5 decision points cluster between mile 30.4 and 52.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
30.4 mi into trip|~45m in
Take the exit toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth Ferry
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.
Toward WA 160 East: Sedgwick Road, Southworth F...
6
30.8 mi into trip|~46m in|WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road
Turn left onto WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
43.3 mi into trip|~1h 32m in|Fauntleroy Way Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
7
52 mi into trip|~1h 51m in
Take the exit toward Seneca Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 165
Toward Seneca Street
7
52.3 mi into trip|~1h 51m in|5th Avenue
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / left lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$10.97 one way
$21.93 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg18 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$11.50
$23.00
premium
$5.77
$11.90
$23.80
diesel
$5.61
$11.57
$23.14
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$11
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$36–$61
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 18.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
15.7
0
$5.50
$2.52
Efficient EV
13.1
0
$4.59
$2.10
EV Truck/SUV
21
0
$7.34
$3.35
Gas CO2
18 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast as of Apr 20, 2026
Origin
Suquamish, WA
Morning
in Suquamish on Tuesday
Local time
6:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
66°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Seattle, WA
Morning
in Seattle on Tuesday
Local time
6:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
65°F
Unavailable
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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 52m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with 58% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 16.1 miles on State Highway 3 Northwest. This section of the drive offers a good balance of open road and more varied conditions as you navigate between the main highways and local roads. The character of the drive evolves, moving from more direct highway travel to sections that feel more integrated with the local landscape.
58% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
27 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 16.1 mi on State Highway 3 Northwest.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.4 miles in.
Driving Effort8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 52.4 miles you will encounter 16 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 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.8 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.3 miles (Fauntleroy Way Southwest): Lane positioning matters here.
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 Suquamish, WA to Seattle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Southworth Ferry along the way.
Suquamish is a community of 4,100 people (2010) on the Kitsap Peninsula in the Puget Sound of Washington state. It is in the Port Madison Indian Reservation, the home of the Suquamish tribe and Chief Seattle.
Seattle, Washington sits at one of the most beautiful spots in the United States. Occupying a narrow isthmus between the Puget Sound and Lake Washington, it is the biggest city in the Pacific Northwest, with 780,000 people in Seattle and over four million people in the metro area. Seen from above, carpets of evergreen trees, pristine blue waters, and snowy white mountains surround the downtown's metallic skyscrapers, earning the city its nickname The Emerald City.
On the ground, you will find a vibrant and cosmopolitan city. Next to the progressive downtown and the freewheeling feel of Capitol Hill, you can find a laid-back atmosphere in the districts to the north and ethnically diverse neighborhoods to the south.
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 52m. Total distance: 52.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 52m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (58%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 16.1 miles on State Highway 3 Northwest. 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 Seattle, 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 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.8 miles (WA 160 / Southwest Sedgwick Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 43.3 miles (Fauntleroy Way Southwest): 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 Seattle, WA before heading back.
