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Trip from Vancouver, WA to Bunk Foss, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

3h 53m

Distance

192.7 mi

310 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$40

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 38 min
4 AM
3h 41m ★
6 AM
3h 54m
8 AM
4h 19m
10 AM
4h 3m
12 PM
4h 0m
3 PM
4h 4m
5 PM
4h 18m
8 PM
3h 46m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Bunk Foss, WA, WA

Bunk Foss, WA

Ketut Subiyanto

Trip Overview

This 192.7-mile journey from Vancouver, WA to Bunk Foss, WA is designed for a single day, taking approximately 3 hours and 53 minutes of driving time. Primarily utilizing I-5, I-405, and State Route 9, the route is almost entirely highway, making it a straightforward drive. With a projected fuel cost of around $40, it's an accessible option for a quick trip. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, keeping the scenery consistent. This drive is well-suited for a day trip, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.

Midpoint

96.4 miles from Vancouver, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 152.4 mi 2h 55m
I 405 22.3 mi 27m
State Route 9 12.4 mi 19m
WA 522 2.4 mi 2m
103rd Avenue Southeast 0.6 mi 2m
Bunk Foss Road 0.4 mi <1m
38th Place Southeast <0.1 mi <1m
East Fourth Plain Boulevard <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 152.4 mi, about 2h 55m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Vancouver, WA and Bunk Foss, WA.

1

Start on East Fourth Plain Boulevard

100 ft · 9 sec · East Fourth Plain Boulevard
2

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 23 sec
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
3

Merge onto I 5

132 mi · 2 hr 29 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

21 mi · 25 min · I 5
Use the slight right lane.
5

Take the exit

448 ft · 10 sec
Exit 154A-B Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Exit 154B Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.
7

Merge onto I 405

19 mi · 24 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

3.0 mi · 3 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

1.0 mi · 1 min
Exit 23 Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork

0.3 mi · 25 sec
Toward WA 522 East: Woodinville
11

Merge onto WA 522

2.4 mi · 2 min · WA 522
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 42 sec
Toward WA 9 North: Snohomish, Arlington Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn left onto WA 9

5.7 mi · 9 min · State Route 9
Use the left lane.
14

Continue on WA 9

5.3 mi · 7 min · State Route 9
15

Enter roundabout onto WA 9

83 ft · 1 sec · State Route 9
16

Continue on WA 9

1.3 mi · 2 min · State Route 9
Use the straight lane.
17

Turn right onto Bunk Foss Road

0.4 mi · 55 sec · Bunk Foss Road
Use the right lane.
18

Turn left onto 103rd Avenue Southeast

0.6 mi · 2 min · 103rd Avenue Southeast
19

Turn left onto 38th Place Southeast

272 ft · 12 sec · 38th Place Southeast
20

Arrive at destination

38th Place Southeast

Trip Plan

To make the most of this 3-hour and 53-minute drive, consider an early morning departure to minimize traffic, especially around the I-405 corridor. With only one recommended stop and a longest stretch of 152.4 miles on I-5, plan your refueling and rest breaks accordingly. The $40 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge. Since this is a manageable day trip, you have the flexibility to depart when it's most convenient for you. A specific tip: be aware of potential lane changes on I-405 as it merges and splits, as this section can be busy.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 96.4 miles from Vancouver, WA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 152.4 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 42 miles or 48m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 96.4 miles or 1h 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 3h 3m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bunk Foss, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Vancouver, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Vancouver, WA

This is one driving day of about 192.7 miles and 3h 53m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Vancouver, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 152.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Tacoma, WA

96 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.

Pacing Suggestions

Longview Heights, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 42 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tumwater, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 96.4 miles from Vancouver, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 152.4 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

DEDIKO

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Vancouver, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13603144370

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bellevue, Washington

1.2 mi

Country Cousin Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Centralia, Washington

1.2 mi

Top Coffee Stop

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kent, Washington

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 151.4

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

Candor Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Renton, Washington

2.2 mi

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bellevue, Washington

2.4 mi

DEDIKO

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour Moderately

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5–9 pm

+13603144370

Visit website

Seastar Restaurant & Raw Bar

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $100 or ab mile 165.2

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+14254560010

Visit website

Country Cousin Restaurant

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.6

Centralia, Washington

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13607362200

Visit website

Hometown Restaurant

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour $10 to $20 mile 82.6

Centralia, Washington

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13607360359

Visit website

Russell's Restaurant & Loft

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.8 mi from route ~4 min detour $50 to $10 mile 179

Bothell, Washington

Hours: 5–9 pm

+14258928492

Visit website

Castilla Restaurant and Tapas Bar

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour Moderately mile 165.2

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 11:30 am–10 pm

+14256252931

Visit website

The Plainsman

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–2:30 pm

+13606939723

Visit website

Black Bear Diner Lakewood

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2 mi from route ~5 min detour $10 to $20 mile 123.9

Lakewood, Washington

Hours: 6 am–9 pm

+12532670238

Visit website

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

1.6 mi from route ~4 min detour $1 to $10 mile 151.4

Kent, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

Candor Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20 mile 151.4

Renton, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–5 pm

+12532368630

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.4 mi from route ~6 min detour $1 to $10 mile 165.2

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Gravity Coffee

4.4 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~7 min detour Moderately mile 123.9

Lakewood, Washington

Hours: 5 am–8 pm

+12534478740

Visit website

Krays Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13609524877

Visit website

Rainier Valley Coffee Co.

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~10 min detour

4 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 137.7

Puyallup, Washington

Hours: 4 am–6 pm

Visit website

Cafe Seoul

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Later in the drive, ~11 min detour

4.5 mi from route ~11 min detour $10 to $20 mile 137.7

Federal Way, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12064605185

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 165.2

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

Devil-ish Little Things Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

+15038414232

Visit website

Fort Vancouver National Historic Site

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 9 am–4 pm

+13608166230

Visit website

Esther Short Park and Playground

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 5 am–10 pm

+13604878311

Visit website

Port of Kalama

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 27.5

Kalama, Washington

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+13606732325

Visit website

McChord AFB Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.7 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 123.9

McChord AFB, Washington

Hours: 12–4 pm

+12539822485

Lake Lois Habitat Reserve

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.9 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 110.1

Lacey, WA

Hours: 7:30 am–9 pm

+13604910857

Visit website

Billy Frank Jr. Nisqually National Wildlife Refuge

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

2.9 mi from route ~7 min detour mile 110.1

Olympia, Washington

+13607539467

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 17

5 decision points cluster between mile 131.9 and 179 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

6
131.9 mi into trip | ~2h 30m in | I 5

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane.
8
152.6 mi into trip | ~2h 55m in

Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue

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. Exit 154A-B Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
9
152.6 mi into trip | ~2h 56m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 154B Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
8
175.3 mi into trip | ~3h 24m in

Take the exit toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville

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. Exit 23 Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
7
179 mi into trip | ~3h 29m in

Take the exit toward WA 9 North: Snohomish, Arlington

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward WA 9 North: Snohomish, Arlington

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$40.33 one way

$80.66 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 67 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $42.30 $84.59
premium $5.77 $43.76 $87.52
diesel $5.61 $42.55 $85.09

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$40

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$65–$90

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 67.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $20 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 57.8 0 $20.23 $9.25
Efficient EV 48.2 0 $16.86 $7.71
EV Truck/SUV 77.1 0 $26.98 $12.33

Gas CO2

67 kg

EV CO2

23 kg (66% 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 18, 2026

Origin

Vancouver, WA

Late night in Vancouver on Sunday

Local time

1:06 AM

PDT

Current temp

41°F

Mostly Cloudy

NNW 2 mph 1% chance Live forecast

Destination

Bunk Foss, WA

Late night in Bunk Foss on Sunday

Local time

1:06 AM

PDT

Current temp

56°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

15 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

3h 53m on the road

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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

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...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 166.1
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a highway-focused experience for 98% of this 192.7-mile trip. The majority of your time will be spent on interstates, including a significant 152.4-mile stretch on I-5. This means generally smooth sailing with higher speed limits. While the route is predominantly interstate, the transition onto State Route 9 will introduce a slight variation in the driving experience as you approach your destination. The overall feel is one of efficient travel, designed to cover distance quickly.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 152.4 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

9/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 131.9 miles in near I 5.

Driving Effort 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 17 significant decision points across 192.7 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

Where does it get tricky?

The main spots that need attention: at 131.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Vancouver, WA and Bunk Foss, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue, Woodinville and Arlington.

Bellevue

152.6 mi in | ~2h 55m

Woodinville

175.3 mi in | ~3h 24m

Arlington

179 mi in | ~3h 29m

About the Cities

Starting in Vancouver, WA

Full guide →

Vancouver is a city in southwest Washington State, immediately north of the border with Oregon. The city was established around Fort Vancouver, a fur trading outpost dating back to 1824, making this one of the oldest continuously-inhabited European communities in the Pacific Northwest. Two bridges across the Columbia River connect Vancouver to the rest of the Portland Metropolitan Area.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 53m. Total distance: 192.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

3h 53m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 152.4 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.

We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.

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 Bunk Foss, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.

Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 131.9 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 152.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 152.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.

Possible but tiring. At 3.9 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.8 hours — manageable with a long break at Bunk Foss, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.

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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