Origin
Fairwood, WA
Evening in Fairwood on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
32°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Fairwood, WA to Bellevue, WA
Drive Time
5h 22m
Distance
282.8 mi
455 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$59
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 9m
★
6 AM
5h 22m
8 AM
5h 49m
10 AM
5h 32m
12 PM
5h 29m
3 PM
5h 33m
5 PM
5h 48m
8 PM
5h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Fairwood, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
If you are planning a trip from Fairwood to Bellevue, prepare for a substantial journey covering 282.8 miles. While both cities reside within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, this route takes about 5 hours and 22 minutes to complete. It is designed as a single-day trip, though the length makes it a full day behind the wheel. You should budget approximately $59 for fuel to cover the distance. Since the route relies heavily on major arteries, it is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that connects these two points efficiently. Whether you are commuting or traveling for leisure, knowing the time commitment helps you decide if a direct push or a more relaxed pace suits your schedule.
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
141.4 miles from Fairwood, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 44m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 96% of this trip consists of highway driving. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-90, which accounts for a significant 267.6-mile stretch of the journey. The experience is dominated by the interstate, supplemented by transitions onto North Division Street and US 2. Because the route is so focused on high-speed roads, you will find it to be a consistent, fast-paced drive rather than a winding exploration of local backroads. It is the type of journey where you can settle into a steady rhythm, provided you are prepared for the endurance required for such a long stretch of highway travel.
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 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 267.6 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and North Division Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 395 / North Division Street.
Route Complexity
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 13 significant decision points across 282.8 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 0.8 miles (US 395 / North Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 279.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 279.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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
0.8 mi into trip
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~2m in
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US 395 / North Division Street
Turn right onto US 395 / North Division Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
279.6 mi into trip
|
~5h 15m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
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 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
279.8 mi into trip
|
~5h 16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
8
281.3 mi into trip
|
~5h 18m in
Take the exit toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast
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 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue South...
8
281.4 mi into trip
|
~5h 18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 267.6 mi | 4h 50m |
| North Division Street | 7.6 mi | 16m |
| US 2 | 3 mi | 3m |
| I 405 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Hastings Road | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| North Browne Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 116th Avenue Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 267.6 mi, about 4h 50m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Fairwood, WA and Bellevue, WA.
1
Start on this road
379 ft
·
29 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto West Bellwood Drive
0.1 mi
·
31 sec
·
West Bellwood Drive
3
Turn right onto West Hastings Road
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
West Hastings Road
4
Turn right onto US 395
7.6 mi
·
16 min
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North Division Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
5
Continue on US 2; US 395
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
North Browne Street
6
Take the ramp onto US 2; US 395
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
US 2; US 395
7
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90; US 395
57 mi
·
1 hr
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I 90; US 395
8
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
211 mi
·
3 hr 50 min
·
I 90
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto 116th Avenue Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
116th Avenue Southeast
Use the none lane.
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right
45 ft
·
3 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
To manage the 5-hour and 22-minute duration effectively, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the 267.6-mile stretch on I-90. Leaving early in the morning is your best strategy to avoid fatigue and navigate the highway segments while traffic is manageable. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge, as the $59 estimate can fluctuate based on your vehicle's efficiency and local market prices. Since this is a highway-focused route, take advantage of the flexibility offered by the 1-day timeframe to adjust your stops based on how you feel behind the wheel. Always prioritize checking for real-time traffic updates on I-90, as this major corridor can experience unexpected delays that impact your arrival time in Bellevue.
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 141.4 miles from Fairwood, WA, or about 2h 44m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 267.6 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 80 miles or 1h 37m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 141.4 miles or 2h 44m 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 23m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellevue, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Fairwood, 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 Fairwood, WA
This is one driving day of about 282.8 miles and 5h 22m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Fairwood, 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 90 for about 267.6 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 141.4 mi from Fairwood, WA · 2h 44m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
141 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 141.4 miles from Fairwood, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 267.6 miles.
Arriving in Bellevue, WA
The final approach into Bellevue, 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 Bellevue, 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
$59.35 one way
$118.71 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
99 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $61.98 | $123.96 |
| premium | $5.77 | $64.25 | $128.51 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $62.83 | $125.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$59
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$84–$109
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 98.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 84.8 | 1 | $29.69 | $13.57 |
| Efficient EV | 70.7 | 0 | $24.75 | $11.31 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 113.1 | 1 | $39.59 | $18.10 |
Gas CO2
99 kg
EV CO2
33 kg (67% less)
Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.
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
Bellevue, WA
Evening in Bellevue on Sunday
Local time
6:36 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°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
8 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
5h 22m 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 Fairwood, WA to Bellevue, WA covers 282.8 miles and takes about 5h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, North Division Street, US 2. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 141.4 miles from Fairwood, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $59.35 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 13 significant decision points across 282.8 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 0.8 miles (US 395 / North Division Street): Lane positioning matters here; at 279.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 279.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
The route from Fairwood, WA to Bellevue, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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