Origin
Redmond, WA
Evening in Redmond on Thursday
Local time
8:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
Bothell, WA
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Trip Overview
This short 10.2-mile drive from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 17 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on I-405 and WA-522, with a significant portion of the journey on the interstate. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $2, making it an economical option. The route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a quick commute or a brief excursion within the Pacific Coast region. Given its brevity, an overnight stay isn't necessary, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 17m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed drive route profile with national parks nearby.
Drive Character
Expect a mixed drive on this route, with about 53% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.1 miles on I-405, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition between roads like Redmond Way, I-405, and WA-522, the character of the drive will shift from more local thoroughfares to the faster speeds of the interstate. This blend means you'll experience both quicker travel segments and potentially some slower sections as you enter or exit urban areas.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 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 4.1 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Redmond Way.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 10.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Redmond Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Redmond Way
Turn right onto Redmond Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 405 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 405 North
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
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 23
Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 522 West: Bothell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WA 522 West: Bothell
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Woodinville along the way.
Woodinville
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Redmond Way | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| WA 522 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 101st Avenue Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 164th Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 4.1 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redmond, WA and Bothell, WA.
1
Start on WA 202
30 ft
·
7 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto Redmond Way
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Redmond Way
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on Northeast 85th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 405 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 405
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward WA 522 West: Bothell
9
Turn left onto WA 522
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
WA 522
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto 101st Avenue Northeast
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
101st Avenue Northeast
11
Turn right
100 ft
·
7 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.13 one way
$4.27 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Bothell, WA
Evening in Bothell on Thursday
Local time
8:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
64°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
6 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
17m 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 Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA covers 10.2 miles and takes about 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, Redmond Way, WA 522. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 5.1 miles from Redmond, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $2.13 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 short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 10.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Redmond Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Woodinville along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
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