Origin
Bellevue, WA
Morning in Bellevue on Friday
Local time
10:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
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Live forecast
Trip from Bellevue, WA to Hazel Dell, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 15m
Distance
165.5 mi
266 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 3m
★
6 AM
3h 15m
8 AM
3h 39m
10 AM
3h 24m
12 PM
3h 21m
3 PM
3h 25m
5 PM
3h 38m
8 PM
3h 8m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Hazel Dell, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Bellevue, WA to Hazel Dell, WA is 165.5 miles and takes about 3h 15m via I 5, with a fuel budget near $35 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This drive stays within Washington state, traversing the Pacific Coast region. It's a straightforward, highway-focused trip that makes for a convenient single-day journey. You'll spend most of your time on major interstates, making it an efficient way to get from point A to point B.
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
82.7 miles from Bellevue, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 40m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 15m. Total distance: 165.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 15m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This trip is almost entirely a highway-focused drive, with a 99% highway share. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, with the longest uninterrupted segment being 149.7 miles on I 5. The route primarily utilizes I 5 and I 405, offering a fast-paced experience. Northeast Highway 99 is also part of the journey, though the bulk of the mileage is on the interstate system, suggesting a predominantly smooth and predictable road surface.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 18 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 149.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
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 0.5 miles in near Northeast 4th Street.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 165.5 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 0.5 miles (Northeast 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
Northeast 4th Street
Turn right onto Northeast 4th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
0.9 mi into trip
|
~2m in
Take the ramp toward I 405 South: Renton
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 405 South: Renton
6
14.4 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Portland
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Portland
6
35 mi into trip
|
~46m in
|
I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
164.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 12m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 78th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 4
Toward Northeast 78th Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 149.7 mi | 2h 52m |
| I 405 | 13.2 mi | 16m |
| Northeast Highway 99 | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 4th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 2nd Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bellevue Way Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 108th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 78th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 149.7 mi, about 2h 52m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, WA and Hazel Dell, WA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Main Street
150 ft
·
7 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn right onto Bellevue Way Northeast
0.1 mi
·
22 sec
·
Bellevue Way Northeast
4
Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street
0.2 mi
·
46 sec
·
Northeast 2nd Street
5
Turn left onto 108th Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
17 sec
·
108th Avenue Northeast
6
Turn right onto Northeast 4th Street
0.3 mi
·
58 sec
·
Northeast 4th Street
Use the right lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 405 South: Renton
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
Merge onto I 405
13 mi
·
16 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 South: Portland
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
20 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
126 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto I 5
3.2 mi
·
4 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
47 sec
Exit 4
Toward Northeast 78th Street
Use the slight right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
401 ft
·
11 sec
Use the left / right lanes.
15
Continue on Northeast 78th Street
442 ft
·
15 sec
·
Northeast 78th Street
16
Turn right onto Northeast Highway 99
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Highway 99
Use the right lane.
17
Turn left onto Northeast 68th Street
136 ft
·
3 sec
·
Northeast 68th Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
Northeast 68th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 15 minutes, this route is easily manageable in a single day. Aim to depart in the morning to take advantage of daylight and less traffic. With only one recommended stop and a fuel cost around $35, planning is minimal. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, especially during the 149.7-mile stretch on I 5, to ensure you don't need to detour for gas. The flexibility of a short drive means you can make spontaneous stops if needed.
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 82.7 miles from Bellevue, WA, or about 1h 40m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 149.7 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 36 miles or 47m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 82.7 miles or 1h 40m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazel Dell, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Bellevue, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
+
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 Bellevue, WA
This is one driving day of about 165.5 miles and 3h 15m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 36 miles from Bellevue, 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 149.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 82.7 mi from Bellevue, WA · 1h 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
83 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 36 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 82.7 miles from Bellevue, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 149.7 miles.
Arriving in Hazel Dell, WA
The final approach into Hazel Dell, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Hazel Dell, WA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$34.64 one way
$69.28 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
58 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $36.33 | $72.65 |
| premium | $5.77 | $37.58 | $75.17 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $36.54 | $73.08 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 57.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $17 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 49.7 | 0 | $17.38 | $7.94 |
| Efficient EV | 41.4 | 0 | $14.48 | $6.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 66.2 | 0 | $23.17 | $10.59 |
Gas CO2
58 kg
EV CO2
19 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.
Destination
Hazel Dell, WA
Morning in Hazel Dell on Friday
Local time
10:20 AM
PDT
Current temp
61°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
12 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 15m 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Bellevue, WA to Hazel Dell, WA covers 165.5 miles and takes about 3h 15m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 405, Northeast Highway 99. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 82.7 miles from Bellevue, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $34.64 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 165.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.5 miles (Northeast 4th Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 0.9 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 14.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bellevue, WA to Hazel Dell, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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