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Trip from Bellevue, WA to Larch Way, WA

Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology

Drive Time

28m

Distance

19.7 mi

32 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$4

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 7 min
4 AM
0h 26m ★
6 AM
0h 28m
8 AM
0h 33m
10 AM
0h 30m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 30m
5 PM
0h 33m
8 PM
0h 27m

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

Downtown Larch Way, WA, WA

Larch Way, WA

Petr Ganaj

Trip Overview

This short, 19.7-mile drive from Bellevue, WA to Larch Way, WA is easily managed as a single-day trip, taking approximately 28 minutes. The route is predominantly highway-focused, with 85% of the journey on major interstates, making it a straightforward transit. Expect a fuel cost of around $4 for this short hop within the Pacific Coast region. Given the minimal distance and time commitment, no overnight stops are necessary. It's a practical option for quick travel between these Washington locales, designed for efficient movement rather than leisurely sightseeing.

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 28m. Total distance: 19.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

28m drive, comfortable solo distance.

EV Driver

0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

Get ready for a highway-focused experience, with the vast majority of your 19.7-mile journey unfolding on interstates. You'll spend about 85% of your time on main roads like I-405 and I-5. The longest uninterrupted stretch covers 16.1 miles on I-405, offering a consistent, albeit potentially monotonous, highway pace. The drive is characterized by its directness and speed, designed for efficient travel rather than scenic exploration. Expect a relatively smooth ride with minimal deviations from the fast-paced interstate environment.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 405 is the longest continuous segment at about 16.1 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and I 5. 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 10/10

Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 19.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.

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 6.9 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 17 key points

These 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.
7
0.9 mi into trip | ~2m in

Turn left toward I 405 North: Everett

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane. Toward I 405 North: Everett
6
6.9 mi into trip | ~10m in | I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
17.2 mi into trip | ~23m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia

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 I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...
7
18.4 mi into trip | ~25m in

Take the exit toward 164th Street Southwest

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Exit 183 Toward 164th Street Southwest

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

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

Between Bellevue, WA and Larch Way, WA, road signs point toward Vancouver British Columbia and 164Th Street Southwest.

Vancouver British Columbia

17.2 mi in | ~23m

164Th Street Southwest

18.4 mi in | ~25m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 405 16.1 mi 20m
I 5 0.7 mi <1m
13th Avenue West 0.5 mi 1m
Northeast 4th Street 0.4 mi 1m
Northeast 2nd Street 0.2 mi <1m
164th Street Southwest 0.2 mi <1m
Bellevue Way Northeast 0.1 mi <1m
108th Avenue Northeast 0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 405 — 16.1 mi, about 20m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, WA and Larch Way, 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

0.4 mi · 1 min · Northeast 4th Street
Use the right lane.
7

Turn left

0.2 mi · 31 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett Use the left lane.
8

Merge onto I 405

5.8 mi · 7 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

8.4 mi · 10 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 405
11

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Merge onto I 5

0.7 mi · 49 sec · I 5
13

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 55 sec
Exit 183 Toward 164th Street Southwest Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Keep slight right at fork

245 ft · 7 sec
Toward 164th Street Southwest, Mill Creek
15

Turn straight onto 164th Street Southwest

0.2 mi · 27 sec · 164th Street Southwest
16

Turn right onto 13th Avenue West

0.5 mi · 1 min · 13th Avenue West
17

Turn right onto 172nd Street Southwest

280 ft · 13 sec · 172nd Street Southwest
18

Turn right

64 ft · 8 sec
19

Turn left

157 ft · 11 sec
20

Arrive at destination

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$4.12 one way

$8.25 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 7 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $4.32 $8.65
premium $5.77 $4.47 $8.95
diesel $5.61 $4.35 $8.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Drive Cost (one way)

Fuel

$4

Estimated CO2 emission: 6.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 5.9 0 $2.07 $0.95
Efficient EV 4.9 0 $1.72 $0.79
EV Truck/SUV 7.9 0 $2.76 $1.26

Gas CO2

7 kg

EV CO2

2 kg (71% 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 15, 2026

Origin

Bellevue, WA

Night in Bellevue on Thursday

Local time

10:40 PM

PDT

Current temp

49°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Larch Way, WA

Night in Larch Way on Thursday

Local time

10:40 PM

PDT

Current temp

56°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

7 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

28m 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 Larch Way, WA covers 19.7 miles and takes about 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, I 5, 13th Avenue West. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.8 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 $4.12 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 17 decision points packed into just 19.7 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 28m.
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 6.9 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Bellevue, WA and Larch Way, WA, road signs point toward Vancouver British Columbia and 164Th Street Southwest.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.

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