How far is Seattle, WA from Gold Bar, WA?
The driving distance from Seattle, WA to Gold Bar, WA is about 46 miles (74 km), with a travel time of about 01h 07m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 15m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Drive time stays fixed at 01h 07m.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Seattle and Gold Bar.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Seattle and Gold Bar.
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Start on the route
9 m · 8 sec
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Turn left onto Madison Street
62 m · 11 sec · Madison Street
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Turn right onto 4th Avenue
916 ft · 39 sec · 4th Avenue
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Turn right onto University Street
653 ft · 26 sec · University Street
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Take the ramp straight toward I 5 North
1631 ft · 42 sec
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Merge slight right
1.8 mi · 2 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 520: Bellevue, Kirkland
6.8 mi · 9 min
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Take the exit slight right toward I 405: Everett, Renton
858 ft · 21 sec
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Keep slight left to continue on I 405 North: Everett
1.5 km · 2 min
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Merge slight left
4.1 mi · 5 min
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Keep slight right
3 mi · 4 min
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Take the exit slight right toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
1 mi · 1 min
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Keep slight right to continue on WA 522 East: Woodinville
1440 ft · 25 sec
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Merge slight left
13 mi · 17 min
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Take the exit slight right toward US 2 East: Wenatchee
2396 ft · 58 sec
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Merge slight left
9.7 mi · 16 min
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Enter the roundabout and take exit 2 toward the route
35 m · 2 sec
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Exit the roundabout
3.9 mi · 7 min
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Turn left onto 4th Street
595 ft · 28 sec · 4th Street
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At the end of the road, turn right onto Lewis Avenue West
47 m · 7 sec · Lewis Avenue West
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec · Lewis Avenue West
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Seattle and Gold Bar.
Turn-heavy local drive
The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.
WA 522 East
Merge slight left
13 mi · 00h 17m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Chance Light Rain leaving Seattle and Chance Light Rain near Gold Bar.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Seattle to Gold Bar?
The road trip is about 46 miles (74 km) and usually takes 01h 07m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Maltby is a useful midpoint, sitting about 22.9 miles from Seattle and 23.1 miles from Gold Bar.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 34.2 miles (55.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 11.8 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:14 PM PDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $8.48 one way or $16.95 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 14.4 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Chance Light Rain around Seattle and Chance Light Rain near Gold Bar.
Stop Ideas Near Maltby
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Maltby.
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Everett Station
Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Seattle and Gold Bar. Straight-line distance: 34.21 mi (55.06 km).
#1 Seattle
The eighteenth most populous city in the United States and the center of the Seattle metropolitan area.
| Population | 769,714 |
| Coordinates | 47.6062100, -122.3320700 |
| Altitude | 56 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Gold Bar
City in Snohomish County, Washington, United States
| Population | 2,385 |
| Coordinates | 47.8567700, -121.6970600 |
| Altitude | 63 |
| Country | United States |
End: Gold Bar (-121.69706, 47.85677)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 74 km by road
| Speed | Time |
|---|---|
| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 01h 31m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 01h 08m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 00h 55m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 00h 45m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 00h 39m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 00h 34m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $5.23 | $8.48 | $16.95 |
| Mid-grade | $5.57 | $9.02 | $18.04 |
| Premium | $5.77 | $9.35 | $18.70 |
| Diesel | $5.47 | $8.86 | $17.71 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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