Port Townsend WA to I5 Tacoma

CA Traveler wrote:
Thanks for all the input.

Is Tacoma a destination or are you headed south on I5? If that is the case even with the curves and a couple narrow bridges, the drive south on 101 to Hwy 12 east to Olympia and I5 south is far more scenic and relaxing drive.

Thanks for all the input.

Just try and avoid the commute times and you should be fine, I have taken that route numerous times towing a 30’ 14,000lb gooseneck trailer to the racetrack.

You can examine the whole route on Google streetview. WSDOT also has many webcams along the route, but no traffic maps until you get close to Tacoma.

I suspect WA3 from the Hood Canal bridge to Poulsbo will feel heaviest, especially in the morning, since it is 2 lane. South of there it is mostly divided highway. Rush hour traffic into Tacoma is bound to be heavy, though I haven't experienced it myself.

101 to Olympia is a long way around, with a long stretch of waterfront driving (scenic, but curvy). And then there's the I5 drive back to Tacoma.

the roads are fine but not all the drivers. everybody seems in a big hurry in that area

No problem with that route

We have pulled this route with a 36' fifth wheel. The roads are fine. There's a chance of getting stuck at the Hood Canal Bridge for a while if they open it for a submarine... but you have your restroom with you!

Rob