Origin
Marysville, WA
Night in Marysville on Sunday
Local time
9:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marysville, WA to Sammamish, WA
Drive Time
51m
Distance
35 mi
56 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$7
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 47m
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6 AM
0h 51m
8 AM
1h 0m
10 AM
0h 54m
12 PM
0h 53m
3 PM
0h 55m
5 PM
0h 59m
8 PM
0h 49m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marysville, WA
William Jacobs
Sammamish, WA
nicholas hatherly
Trip Overview
The drive from Marysville, WA to Sammamish, WA covers 35 miles and takes about 51m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, I 405, Redmond Way for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 15.2 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $7.35 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
17.5 miles from Marysville, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 22m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 51m highway drive covering 35 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and I 405. The longest continuous stretch is about 15.2 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 14 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 15.2 miles.
Elevation Profile
Mostly flat terrain
543 ft
1 ft
Total Climb
730 ft
Total Descent
528 ft
Highest Point
543 ft
~14.6 mi in
Elevation Range
542 ft
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.5 miles in near State Route 529.
Route Complexity
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
This is a demanding drive. With 10 significant decision points across 35 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 0.5 miles (State Route 529): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
4
0.5 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
State Route 529
Enter roundabout onto State Route 529
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
0.9 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
16.1 mi into trip
|
~20m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
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 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
6
17.9 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
I 405
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
28.2 mi into trip
|
~36m 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
Towns Along This Route
Between Marysville, WA and Sammamish, WA, road signs point toward Renton and Kirkland.
Renton
16.1 mi in
|
~20m
Kirkland
28.2 mi in
|
~36m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 15.2 mi | 18m |
| I 405 | 11.2 mi | 14m |
| Redmond Way | 3.3 mi | 7m |
| East Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| State Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| State Route 529 | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 15.2 mi, about 18m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marysville, WA and Sammamish, WA.
1
Start on WA 529
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
State Avenue
2
Enter roundabout onto State Route 529
70 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 529
3
Continue on State Route 529
100 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 529
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
37 sec
Toward I 5
5
Merge onto I 5
15 mi
·
18 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 405
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn straight onto Northeast 85th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the straight lane.
11
Continue on Redmond Way
3.3 mi
·
7 min
·
Redmond Way
Use the straight lane.
12
Turn slight right
346 ft
·
14 sec
Use the right lane.
13
Turn straight onto East Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
East Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast
Use the straight / right lanes.
14
Arrive at destination
East Lake Sammamish Parkway Northeast
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 17.5 miles from Marysville, WA, or about 22m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 15.2 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 35 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 17.5 miles or 22m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 39m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sammamish, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marysville, 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 Marysville, WA
This is one driving day of about 35 miles and 51m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marysville, 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 5 for about 15.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 17.5 mi from Marysville, WA · 22m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
18 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 35 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 17.5 miles from Marysville, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sammamish, WA
The final approach into Sammamish, 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 Sammamish, 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
$7.35 one way
$14.69 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
12 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $7.67 | $15.34 |
| premium | $5.77 | $7.95 | $15.90 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $7.78 | $15.55 |
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: 12.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 10.5 | 0 | $3.68 | $1.68 |
| Efficient EV | 8.8 | 0 | $3.06 | $1.40 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 14 | 0 | $4.90 | $2.24 |
Gas CO2
12 kg
EV CO2
4 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
Sammamish, WA
Night in Sammamish on Sunday
Local time
9:01 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
2 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
51m 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 Marysville, WA to Sammamish, WA covers 35 miles and takes about 51m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, I 405, Redmond Way. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 17.5 miles from Marysville, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $7.35 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 10 significant decision points across 35 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 0.5 miles (State Route 529): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.9 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Marysville, WA and Sammamish, WA, road signs point toward Renton and Kirkland.
Mostly flat terrain. The route ranges from 1 ft to 543 ft elevation with about 730 ft of total climbing.
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