Origin
Redmond, WA
Afternoon in Redmond on Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redmond, WA to Newcastle, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
21m
Distance
13.2 mi
21 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$3
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 20m
★
6 AM
0h 22m
8 AM
0h 26m
10 AM
0h 23m
12 PM
0h 23m
3 PM
0h 23m
5 PM
0h 25m
8 PM
0h 21m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
Newcastle, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
The drive from Redmond, WA to Newcastle, WA covers 13.2 miles and takes about 21m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 405, WA 520, Coal Creek Parkway Southeast for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 4.2 miles on I 405. At current regular gas prices, budget about $2.76 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 21m. Total distance: 13.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
21m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (74%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is a 21m highway drive covering 13.2 miles, with most of the trip on I 405 and WA 520. The longest continuous stretch is about 4.2 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 18 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 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and WA 520. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.7 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 14 decision points packed into just 13.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 21m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
1.7 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 40th Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Northeast 40th Street
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
6
5.5 mi into trip
|
~8m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Renton
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward I 405 South: Renton
8
10 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward Coal Creek Parkway, Factoria Boulevard Southeast
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 10
Toward Coal Creek Parkway, Factoria Boulevard S...
6
12.9 mi into trip
|
~20m in
|
Newcastle Golf Club Road
At end of road, turn right onto Newcastle Golf Club Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
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 Newcastle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Factoria Boulevard Southeast along the way.
Factoria Boulevard Southeast
10 mi in
|
~14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 4.2 mi | 5m |
| WA 520 | 3.5 mi | 4m |
| Coal Creek Parkway Southeast | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Newcastle Commons Drive | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Leary Way | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 136th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 76th Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 164th Avenue Northeast | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 4.2 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redmond, WA and Newcastle, WA.
1
Start on WA 202
0.1 mi
·
23 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
2
Enter roundabout onto Northeast 76th Street
5 ft
·
0 sec
·
Northeast 76th Street
3
Continue on Northeast 76th Street
0.1 mi
·
21 sec
·
Northeast 76th Street
Use the left lane.
4
Turn slight left onto Leary Way
0.3 mi
·
57 sec
·
Leary Way
5
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward WA 520 West
Use the straight / left lanes.
6
Merge onto WA 520
0.7 mi
·
53 sec
·
WA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
32 sec
Toward Northeast 40th Street
Use the slight right lane.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.6 mi
·
48 sec
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Merge onto WA 520
2.8 mi
·
3 min
·
WA 520
10
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
35 sec
Toward I 405 South: Renton
Use the straight / right lanes.
11
Merge onto I 405
4.2 mi
·
5 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 10
Toward Coal Creek Parkway, Factoria Boulevard Southeast
Use the slight right lane.
13
Turn left onto Coal Creek Parkway Southeast
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Coal Creek Parkway Southeast
Use the left lane.
14
Turn left onto Newcastle Commons Drive
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Newcastle Commons Drive
15
At end of road, turn right onto Newcastle Golf Club Road
293 ft
·
12 sec
·
Newcastle Golf Club Road
Use the right lane.
16
Turn left onto 136th Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
28 sec
·
136th Avenue Southeast
17
Continue on Southeast 71st Street
476 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southeast 71st Street
18
Arrive at destination
Southeast 71st Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.76 one way
$5.53 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.90 | $5.79 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.00 | $6.00 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.91 | $5.83 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 4.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4 | 0 | $1.39 | $0.63 |
| Efficient EV | 3.3 | 0 | $1.15 | $0.53 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 5.3 | 0 | $1.85 | $0.84 |
Gas CO2
5 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (60% 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
Newcastle, WA
Afternoon in Newcastle on Friday
Local time
1:05 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
9 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
21m 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 Newcastle, WA covers 13.2 miles and takes about 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, WA 520, Coal Creek Parkway Southeast. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 6.6 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 $2.76 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 14 decision points packed into just 13.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 21m.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 5.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here.
On the drive from Redmond, WA to Newcastle, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Factoria Boulevard Southeast along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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