Origin
Mill Creek, WA
Evening in Mill Creek on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Mill Creek, WA to Redmond, WA
Drive Time
33m
Distance
18.3 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
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 33m
8 AM
0h 39m
10 AM
0h 35m
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.
Mill Creek, WA
Ken Cheatham
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
Spanning 18.3 miles, this quick trip between Mill Creek and Redmond is a straightforward commute across the Pacific Coast region of Washington. You can expect to spend about 33 minutes on the road, making this an ideal day trip that requires no overnight stops. Budgeting approximately $4 for fuel will cover your transit, which relies on a mix of the Bothell-Everett Highway, I-405, and Redmond Way. Because the route is short and efficient, it offers plenty of flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are heading to Redmond for business or leisure, this drive provides a practical connection between these two hubs without the need for extensive travel planning.
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
9.2 miles from Mill Creek, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 18m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a mixed driving experience that transitions from local thoroughfares to busier interstate segments. With 43% of your journey spent on highways, you will quickly find yourself merging onto I-405 for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 7.8 miles. The character of the road shifts as you navigate off the Bothell-Everett Highway and eventually arrive via Redmond Way. This route is not a quiet backroad cruise, but rather a functional, high-traffic path that requires your full attention behind the wheel. You will notice the pace pick up significantly once you hit the interstate, contrasting with the more moderate speeds of the local sections.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 14 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 7.8 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 8 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near Mill Creek Boulevard.
Route Complexity
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 18.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles (Mill Creek Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (WA 527 / Bothell-Everett Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 405): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
0.6 mi into trip
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~2m in
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Mill Creek Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto Mill Creek Boulevard
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~4m in
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WA 527 / Bothell-Everett Highway
Turn left onto WA 527 / Bothell-Everett Highway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
6.8 mi into trip
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~15m in
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I 405
Merge onto I 405
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
8
14.6 mi into trip
|
~25m 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
6
18.3 mi into trip
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~33m in
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WA 202 / 164th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto WA 202 / 164th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Mill Creek, WA to Redmond, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Kirkland along the way.
Kirkland
14.6 mi in
|
~25m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 7.8 mi | 9m |
| Bothell-Everett Highway | 5.2 mi | 9m |
| Redmond Way | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Mill Creek Boulevard | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 16th Avenue Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 151st Street Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 153rd Street Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 7.8 mi, about 9m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mill Creek, WA and Redmond, WA.
1
Start on 151st Street Southeast
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
151st Street Southeast
2
Continue on 16th Avenue Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
16th Avenue Southeast
3
At end of road, turn left onto Mill Creek Boulevard
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Mill Creek Boulevard
Use the none lane.
4
Turn right onto 153rd Street Southeast
0.2 mi
·
49 sec
·
153rd Street Southeast
5
Turn left onto WA 527
1.6 mi
·
2 min
·
Bothell-Everett Highway
Use the none lane.
6
Continue on WA 527
3.4 mi
·
6 min
·
Bothell-Everett Highway
Use the none lane.
7
Continue on Bothell-Everett Highway
0.3 mi
·
46 sec
·
Bothell-Everett Highway
Use the none lane.
8
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue
9
Merge onto I 405
7.8 mi
·
9 min
·
I 405
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
10
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Turn straight onto Northeast 85th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the straight lane.
12
Continue on Redmond Way
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Redmond Way
Use the none lane.
13
Turn left onto WA 202
30 ft
·
0 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
14
Arrive at destination
WA 202
Trip Plan
Since this is a short 33-minute excursion, you have the advantage of being able to depart whenever it suits your personal itinerary. No mid-trip rest stops are necessary, allowing you to drive straight through from Mill Creek to Redmond without needing to fuel up or stretch your legs. Keep in mind that the 7.8-mile stretch on I-405 is the heart of the journey, so check traffic conditions before you leave to ensure the smoothest transit. By planning your departure outside of peak congestion hours, you can make the most of this quick drive. Keep your $4 fuel budget in mind as a baseline for your travel costs, and enjoy the convenience of such a direct route.
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 9.2 miles from Mill Creek, WA, or about 18m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 7.8 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 18.3 miles or 33m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 9.2 miles or 18m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 27m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redmond, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Mill Creek, 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 Mill Creek, WA
This is one driving day of about 18.3 miles and 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Mill Creek, 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 7.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 9.2 mi from Mill Creek, WA · 18m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
9 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 18.3 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 9.2 miles from Mill Creek, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Redmond, WA
The final approach into Redmond, 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 Redmond, 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
$3.84 one way
$7.68 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $4.01 | $8.02 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.16 | $8.32 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $4.07 | $8.13 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$4
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$29–$54
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.92 | $0.88 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.60 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.56 | $1.17 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 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
Redmond, WA
Evening in Redmond on Sunday
Local time
8:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°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
14 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
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 Mill Creek, WA to Redmond, WA covers 18.3 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, Bothell-Everett Highway, Redmond Way. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.2 miles from Mill Creek, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.84 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 18.3 miles you will encounter 8 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 0.6 miles (Mill Creek Boulevard): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.2 miles (WA 527 / Bothell-Everett Highway): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.8 miles (I 405): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Mill Creek, WA to Redmond, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Kirkland along the way.
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