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Trip from Bellingham, WA to Hazel Dell, WA

Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026

Drive Time

4h 57m

Distance

250.9 mi

404 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$53

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
4h 44m ★
6 AM
4h 57m
8 AM
5h 24m
10 AM
5h 7m
12 PM
5h 4m
3 PM
5h 8m
5 PM
5h 23m
8 PM
4h 49m

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

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city in, and the county seat of, Whatcom County in the State of Washington, United States

Bellingham, WA

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Downtown Hazel Dell, WA, WA

Hazel Dell, WA

Harrison Reilly

Trip Overview

The drive from Bellingham, WA to Hazel Dell, WA covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 5, West Magnolia Street, Northeast Highway 99 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 248 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $52.51 one way before food or hotel costs.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

125.4 miles from Bellingham, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 33m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 57m. Total distance: 250.9 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

4h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a 4h 57m highway drive covering 250.9 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and West Magnolia Street. The longest continuous stretch is about 248 miles on I 5.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 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 248 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and West Magnolia Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.6 miles in.

Driving Effort 7/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 250.9 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 246.6 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 11 key points

These 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 | ~2h 28m 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.
6
246.6 mi into trip | ~4h 50m in | I 5

Keep slight left at fork onto I 5

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
249.8 mi into trip | ~4h 54m 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
6
250.2 mi into trip | ~4h 55m in

Keep slight left at fork

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the left / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 248 mi 4h 49m
West Magnolia Street 0.5 mi 1m
Northeast Highway 99 0.5 mi 1m
Dupont Street 0.5 mi 1m
Lakeway Drive 0.2 mi <1m
Prospect Street 0.2 mi <1m
Ellis Street 0.1 mi <1m
Northeast 78th Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 248 mi, about 4h 49m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bellingham, WA and Hazel Dell, 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 straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

126 mi · 2 hr 22 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Keep slight left at fork onto I 5

3.2 mi · 4 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 47 sec
Exit 4 Toward Northeast 78th Street Use the slight right lane.
12

Keep slight left at fork

401 ft · 11 sec
Use the left / right lanes.
13

Continue on Northeast 78th Street

442 ft · 15 sec · Northeast 78th Street
14

Turn right onto Northeast Highway 99

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast Highway 99
Use the right lane.
15

Turn left onto Northeast 68th Street

136 ft · 3 sec · Northeast 68th Street
Use the left lane.
16

Arrive at destination

Northeast 68th Street

Trip Plan

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 125.4 miles from Bellingham, WA, or about 2h 33m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 248 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 55 miles or 1h 9m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 125.4 miles or 2h 33m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 4m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hazel Dell, 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 250.9 miles and 4h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 55 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 248 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 125.4 mi from Bellingham, WA · 2h 33m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Federal Way, WA

125 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

Shoreline, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 55 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Tacoma, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 125.4 miles from Bellingham, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 248 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.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

Peachtree Restaurant & Pie House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Vancouver, Washington

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 250.9

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13606936736

Bellingham Cider Company Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Bellingham, Washington

0.5 mi

The Loft Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Bellingham, Washington

0.4 mi

Peachtree Restaurant & Pie House

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.1 mi from route $10 to $20 mile 250.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 7 am–9 pm

+13606936736

Bellingham Cider Company Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Bellingham, Washington

Hours: 12–8 pm

+13605108494

Visit website

The Loft Restaurant

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the start, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Bellingham, Washington

Hours: 12–9 pm

+13603065668

Visit website

Arlis's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.7 mi from route ~2 min detour $10 to $20

Bellingham, Washington

Hours: 7:30 am–1:30 pm

+13606471788

Visit website

84 Yesler

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~1 min detour $100 or ab mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 4–9 pm

+12066241111

Visit website

Yi's Traditional Korean Beef Soup Restaurant (이가네 전통 설렁탕)

4.8 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

1 mi from route ~2 min detour $20 to $30 mile 125.4

Lakewood, Washington

Hours: 8:30 am–9 pm

+12533011655

Visit website

Pel'meni Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.9 mi from route ~2 min detour $1 to $10

Bellingham, Washington

Hours: 11 am–2:30 pm

+13607382982

Visit website

Ludi's Restaurant

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour $20 to $30 mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 7 am–2:30 pm

+12062392728

Visit website

Cafe Seoul

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 107.5

Federal Way, Washington

Hours: 7 am–7 pm

+12064605185

Visit website

Krays Coffee

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 250.9

Vancouver, Washington

Hours: 8 am–6 pm

+13609524877

Visit website

Naomi Joe Coffee Roasters

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~10 min detour

4.2 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 125.4

Tacoma, Washington

Hours: 8 am–5 pm

+12532373403

Visit website

Daisy Mae's Café

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, ~12 min detour

4.8 mi from route ~12 min detour $1 to $10 mile 107.5

Kent, Washington

Hours: 4:30 am–5 pm

+12538725580

The Family Room LLC

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.2 mi from route mile 215.1

Kelso, Washington

Hours: 2–7 pm

+13603023214

Visit website

Beneath the Streets

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 10:30 am–4:30 pm

+12066241237

Visit website

Tam O'Shanter Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 215.1

Kelso, Washington

Hours: 8 am–7 pm

+13604231371

Visit website

Spooked In Seattle Ghost Tours

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

+14259547701

Visit website

Cowlitz County Historical Museum

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 215.1

Kelso, Washington

Hours: 10 am–4 pm

+13605773119

Visit website

Jimi Hendrix Statue

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Victor Steinbrueck Park

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.2 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 89.6

Seattle, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+12066844075

Visit website

420 Holiday

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 215.1

Longview, Washington

Hours: 8 am–11:55 pm

+13607033103

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

3 mi from route ~7 min detour Free near mile 86.5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$52.51 one way

$105.02 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 88 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $55.07 $110.14
premium $5.77 $56.98 $113.95
diesel $5.61 $55.40 $110.79

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$53

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$78–$103

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 87.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $26 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 75.3 0 $26.34 $12.04
Efficient EV 62.7 0 $21.95 $10.04
EV Truck/SUV 100.4 1 $35.13 $16.06

Gas CO2

88 kg

EV CO2

29 kg (67% less)

Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.

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

Bellingham, WA

Night in Bellingham on Thursday

Local time

9:00 PM

PDT

Current temp

59°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Hazel Dell, WA

Night in Hazel Dell on Thursday

Local time

9:00 PM

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

2 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

4h 57m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 Hazel Dell, WA covers 250.9 miles and takes about 4h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, West Magnolia Street, 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 125.4 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 $52.51 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. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 11 significant decision points across 250.9 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 246.6 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Bellingham, WA to Hazel Dell, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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