Origin
Kirkland, WA
Evening in Kirkland on Wednesday
Local time
6:13 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kirkland, WA to Norwood Village, WA
Last recalculated Apr 16, 2026
Drive Time
14m
Distance
8.1 mi
13 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 13m
★
6 AM
0h 15m
8 AM
0h 17m
10 AM
0h 16m
12 PM
0h 15m
3 PM
0h 16m
5 PM
0h 17m
8 PM
0h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kirkland, WA
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Norwood Village, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
This short 8.1-mile drive from Kirkland to Norwood Village in Washington State is a quick hop, taking only about 14 minutes to complete. With a fuel cost estimate of just $2, it's an economical option for a quick trip. The route primarily utilizes I-405, 7th Avenue, and Northeast 85th Street, making it a straightforward journey. Given its brevity, this route is perfectly suited as a single-day excursion, with no need for an overnight stay. You'll be traveling within the Pacific Coast region throughout your trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
This drive is short enough that no stops are needed.
Midpoint
4.1 miles from Kirkland, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 7m into the drive .
Drive Character
This drive presents a mixed bag of road types, with 59% of the journey on highways. You'll experience a significant stretch of 4.8 miles on I-405, offering a taste of faster-paced driving. As you transition to local roads like 7th Avenue and Northeast 85th Street, the character of the drive will likely change, presenting a different pace and driving experience. Expect a blend of efficient highway travel and more urban or suburban road conditions.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 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 4.8 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 12 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 7th Avenue.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 8.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 12 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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7th Avenue
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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7th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
7th Avenue
Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
7
6.3 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the exit toward Southeast 8th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street
7
6.5 mi into trip
|
~10m in
|
Southeast 8th Street
Turn left onto Southeast 8th Street
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / straight lanes.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 4.8 mi | 5m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 123rd Avenue Southeast | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 121st Avenue Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 128th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 8th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Southeast 20th Place | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 4.8 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kirkland, WA and Norwood Village, 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
4.8 mi
·
5 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn left onto Southeast 8th Street
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
Southeast 8th Street
Use the left / straight lanes.
11
Turn right onto 121st Avenue Southeast
0.3 mi
·
41 sec
·
121st Avenue Southeast
12
Continue on Southeast 12th Street
482 ft
·
13 sec
·
Southeast 12th Street
13
Continue on 123rd Avenue Southeast
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
123rd Avenue Southeast
14
Turn left onto Southeast 20th Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Southeast 20th Street
15
Continue on Southeast 20th Place
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Southeast 20th Place
16
Continue on 128th Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
31 sec
·
128th Avenue Southeast
17
Turn right onto Southeast 25th Street
295 ft
·
15 sec
·
Southeast 25th Street
18
Turn right
46 ft
·
3 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
For this short 14-minute trip covering 8.1 miles, timing is flexible, but leaving during off-peak hours can help you avoid any potential local traffic, especially on 7th Avenue and Northeast 85th Street. Since there are no designated stops, you can easily make this a direct journey. With a low fuel cost of around $2, you won't need to worry much about refueling. A practical tip for this route is to be mindful of the transition from the interstate to local streets, as traffic patterns can shift quickly.
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 4.1 miles from Kirkland, WA, or about 7m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.8 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 8 miles or 14m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 4.1 miles or 7m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 11m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Norwood Village, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Have your navigation ready before leaving Kirkland, WA.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Kirkland, WA
This is one driving day of about 8.1 miles and 14m.
At 8.1 miles this is a quick drive — no planned stops needed.
The longest stretch is on I 405 for about 4.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 4.1 mi from Kirkland, WA · 7m into the drive
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 8 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 4.1 miles from Kirkland, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Norwood Village, WA
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Norwood Village, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$1.70 one way
$3.39 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $1.78 | $3.56 |
| premium | $5.77 | $1.84 | $3.68 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $1.79 | $3.58 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.4 | 0 | $0.85 | $0.39 |
| Efficient EV | 2 | 0 | $0.71 | $0.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3.2 | 0 | $1.13 | $0.52 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (67% 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
Norwood Village, WA
Evening in Norwood Village on Wednesday
Local time
6:13 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
4 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
14m 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 Kirkland, WA to Norwood Village, WA covers 8.1 miles and takes about 14m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, 7th Avenue, Northeast 85th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 4.1 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 $1.70 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 8.1 miles you will encounter 12 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 0.1 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.
The route from Kirkland, WA to Norwood Village, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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