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Trip from Kirkland, WA to Algona, WA

Data updated 1 hour ago

Drive Time

43m

Distance

31.3 mi

50 km

Drive Score

6/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$7

one way

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Best Time to Leave

Save up to 11 min
4 AM
0h 40m ★
6 AM
0h 44m
8 AM
0h 51m
10 AM
0h 46m
12 PM
0h 46m
3 PM
0h 47m
5 PM
0h 51m
8 PM
0h 42m

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

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Kirkland, WA

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Algona, WA

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Trip Overview

The drive from Kirkland, WA to Algona, WA covers 31.3 miles and takes about 43m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.

The route leans on I 405, Valley Freeway, West Valley Highway North for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 14.7 miles on I 405. At current regular gas prices, budget about $6.55 one way before food or hotel costs.

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

15.6 miles from Kirkland, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 21m into the drive .

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Drive Character

This is a 43m highway drive covering 31.3 miles, with most of the trip on I 405 and Valley Freeway. The longest continuous stretch is about 14.7 miles on I 405.

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 14.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and Valley Freeway. 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 7th Avenue.

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 31.3 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 (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 13 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 7th Avenue

Turn left onto 7th Avenue

Navigation decision point

8
16.2 mi into trip | ~22m in

Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South

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 2 Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue Sou...
7
16.7 mi into trip | ~23m in

Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Auburn

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
6
29.3 mi into trip | ~39m in

Take the exit toward 15th Street Southwest

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward 15th Street Southwest
6
29.8 mi into trip | ~40m in | West Valley Highway North

Turn left onto West Valley Highway North

Lane positioning matters here

Use the left lane.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Kirkland, WA and Algona, WA, road signs point toward Rainier Avenue South and 15Th Street Southwest.

Rainier Avenue South

16.2 mi in | ~22m

15Th Street Southwest

29.3 mi in | ~39m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 405 14.7 mi 18m
Valley Freeway 12.1 mi 15m
West Valley Highway North 1.2 mi 2m
7th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Northeast 85th Street 0.5 mi 1m
1st Avenue North 0.3 mi <1m
15th Street Southwest <0.1 mi <1m
6th Street <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 405 — 14.7 mi, about 18m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kirkland, WA and Algona, WA.

1

Start on 1st Street

399 ft · 16 sec · 1st Street
2

Turn left onto 7th Avenue

0.1 mi · 16 sec · 7th Avenue
3

Continue on 7th Avenue

0.3 mi · 52 sec · 7th Avenue
4

Continue on 7th Avenue

0.1 mi · 20 sec · 7th Avenue
5

Turn right onto 6th Street

449 ft · 14 sec · 6th Street
6

Turn left onto Northeast 85th Street

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast 85th Street
7

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 405 South: Renton Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto I 405

15 mi · 18 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 2 Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 57 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Merge onto WA 167

12 mi · 15 min · Valley Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 52 sec
Toward 15th Street Southwest Use the slight right lane.
13

Turn right onto 15th Street Southwest

451 ft · 18 sec · 15th Street Southwest
14

Turn left onto West Valley Highway North

1.2 mi · 2 min · West Valley Highway North
Use the left lane.
15

Turn left onto 1st Avenue North

0.3 mi · 50 sec · 1st Avenue North
Use the left lane.
16

Arrive at destination

1st Avenue North

Trip Plan

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 15.6 miles from Kirkland, WA, or about 21m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 14.7 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 31.3 miles or 43m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 15.6 miles or 21m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 36m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Algona, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kirkland, 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 Kirkland, WA

This is one driving day of about 31.3 miles and 43m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Kirkland, 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 14.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 15.6 mi from Kirkland, WA · 21m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Renton, WA

16 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

Federal Way, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 31.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Renton, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 15.6 miles from Kirkland, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Algona, WA

The final approach into Algona, 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 Algona, 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

$6.55 one way

$13.10 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 11 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $6.87 $13.74
premium $5.77 $7.11 $14.22
diesel $5.61 $6.91 $13.82

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$7

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$32–$57

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 11 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 9.4 0 $3.29 $1.50
Efficient EV 7.8 0 $2.74 $1.25
EV Truck/SUV 12.5 0 $4.38 $2.00

Gas CO2

11 kg

EV CO2

4 kg (64% 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.

Forecast data refreshed 18 hours ago

Origin

Kirkland, WA

Late night in Kirkland on Wednesday

Local time

4:42 AM

PDT

Current temp

50°F

Rain

S 13 to 17 mph 98% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 14 at 9:55AM PDT until April 16 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 9:44AM PDT until April 14 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

Destination

Algona, WA

Late night in Algona on Wednesday

Local time

4:42 AM

PDT

Current temp

51°F

Rain

SSW 9 to 14 mph 98% chance Live forecast

Freeze Watch

Freeze Watch issued April 14 at 9:55AM PDT until April 16 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Wind Advisory

Wind Advisory issued April 14 at 9:44AM PDT until April 14 at 6:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA

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

1 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

43m on the road

The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.

Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.

Frequently Asked Questions

The drive from Kirkland, WA to Algona, WA covers 31.3 miles and takes about 43m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, Valley Freeway, West Valley Highway North. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 15.6 miles from Kirkland, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $6.55 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 31.3 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 (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 16.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 16.7 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Between Kirkland, WA and Algona, WA, road signs point toward Rainier Avenue South and 15Th Street Southwest.

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