Origin
Bothell West, WA
Late night in Bothell West on Friday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bothell West, WA to Kirkland, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
19m
Distance
12.1 mi
19 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 18m
★
6 AM
0h 20m
8 AM
0h 23m
10 AM
0h 21m
12 PM
0h 21m
3 PM
0h 21m
5 PM
0h 23m
8 PM
0h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bothell West, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Kirkland, WA
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Trip Overview
This short 12.1-mile drive from Bothell West to Kirkland, Washington, is easily manageable in about 19 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. The route primarily utilizes I-405, accounting for 64% of the journey, with sections on 228th Street Southwest and 4th Avenue West. With a modest fuel cost estimated at $3, this is a very budget-friendly option. Given the minimal distance and time commitment, there's no need to split this into an overnight stay. The drive is focused on efficient travel between two points within the Pacific Coast region of Washington.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 19m. Total distance: 12.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
19m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (64%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for most of this 12.1-mile trip, with 64% of the route on major roadways like I-405. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.8 miles on I-405, offering a chance to maintain a steady speed. The remainder of the drive will involve navigating local roads such as 228th Street Southwest and 4th Avenue West, which will likely require more attention to traffic signals and local conditions. This blend means you'll experience both efficient highway travel and more typical suburban driving.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 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 7.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and 228th Street Southwest. You will hit about 11 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 1.1 miles in near 228th Street Southwest.
Driving Effort
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (228th Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 405): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 11 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
1.1 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
228th Street Southwest
At end of road, turn left onto 228th Street Southwest
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
2.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
|
I 405
Merge onto I 405
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
10.5 mi into trip
|
~15m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
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 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
5
11.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
|
7th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
11.9 mi into trip
|
~19m in
|
7th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| 228th Street Southwest | 1 mi | 1m |
| 4th Avenue West | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Bothell-Everett Highway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 214th Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 7.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bothell West, WA and Kirkland, WA.
1
Start on 213th Street Southwest
270 ft
·
16 sec
·
213th Street Southwest
2
Turn left onto Damson Road
267 ft
·
7 sec
·
Damson Road
3
Continue on Damson Road
144 ft
·
3 sec
·
Damson Road
4
Continue on 214th Street Southwest
504 ft
·
13 sec
·
214th Street Southwest
5
Turn right onto 4th Avenue West
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
4th Avenue West
6
At end of road, turn left onto 228th Street Southwest
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
228th Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
7
Turn left onto Bothell-Everett Highway
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
·
Bothell-Everett Highway
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue
9
Merge onto I 405
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
58 sec
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn right onto Northeast 85th Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Turn right onto 6th Street
449 ft
·
17 sec
·
6th Street
13
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
7th Avenue
14
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
7th Avenue
15
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
7th Avenue
16
Turn right onto 1st Street
399 ft
·
11 sec
·
1st Street
17
Arrive at destination
1st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.53 one way
$5.06 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.66 | $5.31 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.75 | $5.50 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.67 | $5.34 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.6 | 0 | $1.27 | $0.58 |
| Efficient EV | 3 | 0 | $1.06 | $0.48 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.8 | 0 | $1.69 | $0.77 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Kirkland, WA
Late night in Kirkland on Friday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°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 cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
19m 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 Bothell West, WA to Kirkland, WA covers 12.1 miles and takes about 19m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, 228th Street Southwest, 4th 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 6.1 miles from Bothell West, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.53 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 12.1 miles you will encounter 11 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.1 miles (228th Street Southwest): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.7 miles (I 405): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 10.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Bothell West, WA to Kirkland, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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