Origin
Bellingham, WA
Evening in Bellingham on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellingham, WA to Fircrest, WA
Drive Time
2h 36m
Distance
125.1 mi
201 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$26
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
2h 26m
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6 AM
2h 37m
8 AM
2h 58m
10 AM
2h 44m
12 PM
2h 42m
3 PM
2h 45m
5 PM
2h 57m
8 PM
2h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellingham, WA
William Jacobs
Fircrest, WA
Alex Stone
Trip Overview
Traveling from Bellingham to Fircrest covers 125.1 miles of Pacific Coast territory, typically taking about 2 hours and 36 minutes to complete. Because this is a highway-focused drive, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day excursion. You should budget approximately $26 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, you can expect a direct journey without needing an overnight stay. It is a straightforward transit between these two Washington locations, offering a practical way to navigate the region efficiently.
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
62.6 miles from Bellingham, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a trip dominated by high-speed transit, as 97% of your travel occurs on highways. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 119.9-mile stretch of the journey. The experience is essentially an interstate grind that eventually transitions onto WA-16 and Regents Boulevard as you approach your final destination. Because the route is so heavily focused on major roads, it maintains a consistent, fast-paced character throughout the drive. Be prepared for a functional commute that prioritizes speed and efficiency over secondary roads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 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 119.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 125.1 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 1.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 120.4 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 South: Seattle
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
6
120.4 mi into trip
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~2h 28m in
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I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
8
121.7 mi into trip
|
~2h 29m in
Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
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 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
7
122.3 mi into trip
|
~2h 31m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
8
123.8 mi into trip
|
~2h 33m in
Take the exit toward Fircrest, Center Street
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 1C
Toward Fircrest, Center Street
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 119.9 mi | 2h 24m |
| WA 16 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Regents Boulevard | 0.7 mi | 2m |
| West Magnolia Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dupont Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lakeway Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Prospect Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Center Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 119.9 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellingham, WA and Fircrest, WA.
1
Start on Dupont Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dupont Street
2
Continue on Prospect Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto West Champion Street
352 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Champion Street
4
Continue on West Magnolia Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Magnolia Street
5
Turn right onto Ellis Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Ellis Street
6
Turn left onto Lakeway Drive
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Lakeway Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 5
119 mi
·
2 hr 22 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
I 5
Use the none lane.
10
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Exit 132B
Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
45 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto WA 16
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
WA 16
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
Exit 1C
Toward Fircrest, Center Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Keep slight left at fork
511 ft
·
25 sec
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
15
Turn right onto Center Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Center Street
16
Continue on Regents Boulevard
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Regents Boulevard
Use the straight lane.
17
Continue on Regents Boulevard
369 ft
·
24 sec
·
Regents Boulevard
18
Turn left onto Alameda Avenue
16 ft
·
0 sec
·
Alameda Avenue
19
Arrive at destination
Alameda Avenue
Trip Plan
Given the 2 hour and 36 minute duration, this drive offers plenty of flexibility for your departure time. Plan for at least one stop along the way to break up the long interstate segment. Since nearly the entire trip is spent on I-5, keep an eye on traffic patterns, as congestion can impact your travel time on this specific corridor. Having your fuel budget of $26 ready is a smart way to stay organized before you hit the road. Use the final stretch onto Regents Boulevard to transition from the high-speed highway environment into the local Fircrest area.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 62.6 miles from Bellingham, WA, or about 1h 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 119.9 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 80 miles or 1h 39m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 62.6 miles or 1h 18m 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 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Fircrest, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Bellingham, 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 Bellingham, WA
This is one driving day of about 125.1 miles and 2h 36m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Bellingham, 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 119.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 62.6 mi from Bellingham, WA · 1h 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
63 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 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 62.6 miles from Bellingham, 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 119.9 miles.
Arriving in Fircrest, WA
The final approach into Fircrest, 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 Fircrest, 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
$26.26 one way
$52.51 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
44 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $27.42 | $54.84 |
| premium | $5.77 | $28.42 | $56.85 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $27.79 | $55.59 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$26
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$51–$76
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 43.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $13 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 37.5 | 0 | $13.14 | $6.00 |
| Efficient EV | 31.3 | 0 | $10.95 | $5.00 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 50 | 0 | $17.51 | $8.01 |
Gas CO2
44 kg
EV CO2
15 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.
Destination
Fircrest, WA
Evening in Fircrest on Sunday
Local time
7:47 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
2 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
2h 36m 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 Bellingham, WA to Fircrest, WA covers 125.1 miles and takes about 2h 36m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, WA 16, Regents Boulevard. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 62.6 miles from Bellingham, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $26.26 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.
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 13 significant decision points across 125.1 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 1.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch; at 120.4 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 121.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bellingham, WA to Fircrest, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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