Origin
Boulevard Park, WA
Evening in Boulevard Park on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
56°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Boulevard Park, WA to Kirkland, WA
Drive Time
33m
Distance
24 mi
39 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 31m
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6 AM
0h 34m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 36m
12 PM
0h 35m
3 PM
0h 36m
5 PM
0h 39m
8 PM
0h 32m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Boulevard Park, WA
Bhaskar Barman
Kirkland, WA
Spencer Lee Eiseman
Trip Overview
Connecting the Pacific Coast communities of Boulevard Park and Kirkland, this 24-mile drive is a straightforward transit that typically takes about 33 minutes. You can easily complete the entire route in a single day, making it an ideal choice for a quick commute or a simple change of scenery. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $5, the trip is highly economical for solo drivers or small groups. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, you won't need to account for significant shifts in climate or terrain. It is a practical, no-nonsense journey that prioritizes efficiency over leisure, perfect for travelers who want to get from point A to point B without any fuss.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
12 miles from Boulevard Park, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 16m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience, as roughly 85% of your time will be spent on major corridors. You will navigate a transition between Des Moines Memorial Drive South, WA 518, and the primary artery of I-405. The route features a significant 17.6-mile stretch on I-405, which accounts for the bulk of the driving time. Because the vast majority of the mileage is on high-speed roads, you should prepare for a consistent, fast-paced rhythm rather than a slow, winding tour. Once you exit the local roads, the drive settles into a predictable highway flow that carries you directly toward your destination.
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 405 is the longest continuous segment at about 17.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and WA 518. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near South 128th Street.
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 24 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 0.1 miles (South 128th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Des Moines Memorial Drive South): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (WA 518): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.1 mi into trip
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~0m in
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South 128th Street
Turn left onto South 128th Street
Navigation decision point
6
0.2 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Des Moines Memorial Drive South
Turn right onto Des Moines Memorial Drive South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
7
4.3 mi into trip
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~6m in
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WA 518
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 518 toward I 405 North: Renton
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 405 North: Renton
8
22.2 mi into trip
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~29m 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 slight right lane.
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
6
23.3 mi into trip
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~31m in
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6th Street
Turn right onto 6th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 17.6 mi | 21m |
| WA 518 | 2.7 mi | 3m |
| Des Moines Memorial Drive South | 1.4 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South 128th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 17.6 mi, about 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Boulevard Park, WA and Kirkland, WA.
1
Start on 14th Avenue South
266 ft
·
14 sec
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14th Avenue South
2
Turn left onto South 128th Street
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
·
South 128th Street
3
Turn right onto Des Moines Memorial Drive South
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Des Moines Memorial Drive South
Use the none lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Use the left lane.
5
Merge onto WA 518
2.4 mi
·
3 min
·
WA 518
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 518
0.3 mi
·
22 sec
·
WA 518
Toward I 405 North: Renton
Use the slight left lane.
7
Continue on I 405
18 mi
·
21 min
·
I 405
Use the none lane.
8
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
182 ft
·
6 sec
10
Turn straight onto Northeast 85th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the none / straight / right lanes.
11
Turn right onto 6th Street
449 ft
·
17 sec
·
6th Street
Use the none lane.
12
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
7th Avenue
13
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
7th Avenue
14
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
7th Avenue
15
Turn right onto 1st Street
399 ft
·
11 sec
·
1st Street
16
Arrive at destination
1st Street
Trip Plan
Since this is a quick 24-mile trip, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should remain mindful of typical highway traffic patterns on I-405. There are no planned stops required for this short duration, allowing you to drive straight through without needing to build in extra time for breaks. Keep your fuel levels topped off before you head out, as the $5 estimate covers the basic distance but doesn't account for idling in heavy traffic. A helpful tip for this specific route is to familiarize yourself with the I-405 interchanges before you leave, as the transition from WA 518 is the most critical navigation point of the journey.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 12 miles from Boulevard Park, WA, or about 16m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 17.6 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 24 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 12 miles or 16m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 26m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kirkland, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Boulevard Park, 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 Boulevard Park, WA
This is one driving day of about 24 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Boulevard Park, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 405 for about 17.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 12 mi from Boulevard Park, WA · 16m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
12 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 24 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 12 miles from Boulevard Park, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Kirkland, WA
The final approach into Kirkland, 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 Kirkland, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.04 one way
$10.07 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $5.26 | $10.52 |
| premium | $5.77 | $5.45 | $10.91 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $5.33 | $10.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$5
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$30–$55
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 8.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 7.2 | 0 | $2.52 | $1.15 |
| Efficient EV | 6 | 0 | $2.10 | $0.96 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 9.6 | 0 | $3.36 | $1.54 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Evening in Kirkland on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
41°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
15 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
33m 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 Boulevard Park, WA to Kirkland, WA covers 24 miles and takes about 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, WA 518, Des Moines Memorial Drive South. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 12 miles from Boulevard Park, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $5.04 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 demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 24 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 0.1 miles (South 128th Street): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (Des Moines Memorial Drive South): Lane positioning matters here; at 4.3 miles (WA 518): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Boulevard Park, WA to Kirkland, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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