Origin
Bellevue, WA
Late night in Bellevue on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellevue, WA to Esperance, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19.5 mi
31 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Esperance, WA
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Trip Overview
Bellevue to Esperance is 19.5 miles and takes about 29 minutes via I 5, with a fuel budget near $4 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This short hop stays within Washington's Pacific Coast region, offering a quick transition between two points. Given its brief duration, it's ideal for a quick errand, a visit, or an easy commute. You'll primarily be on well-traveled highways, making for a straightforward journey with minimal fuss. This route is best suited for those needing to cover a small distance efficiently.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| WA 520 | 4 mi | 5m |
| Edmonds Way | 1.2 mi | 2m |
| 92nd Avenue Northeast | 1.1 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Washington Boulevard Northeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 24th Street | 0.5 mi | <1m |
| North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 9.1 mi, about 11m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, WA and Esperance, WA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Main Street
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
Main Street
3
Continue on Lake Washington Boulevard Northeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Washington Boulevard Northeast
4
Turn right onto 92nd Avenue Northeast
1.1 mi
·
2 min
·
92nd Avenue Northeast
5
Turn left onto Northeast 24th Street
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
·
Northeast 24th Street
6
Turn right onto 84th Avenue Northeast
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
·
84th Avenue Northeast
Use the right lane.
7
Enter roundabout
251 ft
·
4 sec
Toward WA 520 West Toll
8
Continue
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward WA 520 West Toll
9
Merge onto WA 520
4.0 mi
·
5 min
·
WA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
323 ft
·
5 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Roanoke Street
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight left at fork
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Merge onto I 5
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Exit 177
Toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest Park
Use the right lane.
14
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
27 sec
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds
Use the slight left lane.
15
Keep slight right at fork
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston Ferry
Use the straight / right lanes.
16
Turn right onto WA 104
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
17
Continue on WA 104
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
·
North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way
18
Keep slight right at fork onto WA 104
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
Edmonds Way
19
Arrive at destination
WA 104
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 7.2 and 17.1 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.2 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, Roanoke Street
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia, R...
8
7.3 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
8
16.5 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Take the exit toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest Park
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the right lane.
Exit 177
Toward WA 104: Edmonds, Lake Forest Park
8
16.8 mi into trip
|
~24m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 104 West: Edmonds
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds
9
17.1 mi into trip
|
~25m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston Ferry
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / right lanes.
Toward WA 104 West: Edmonds, Kingston Ferry
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.08 one way
$8.16 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $4.28 | $8.56 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.43 | $8.86 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.31 | $8.61 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 71% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.9 | 0 | $2.05 | $0.94 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.71 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.73 | $1.25 |
Gas CO2
7 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (71% 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
Esperance, WA
Late night in Esperance on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
47°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
20 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
29m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
This is a highway-focused drive, with 67% of the 19.5 miles spent on major roadways like I 5 and WA 520. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 9.1 miles on I 5, so expect mostly continuous travel. The character is that of a functional, high-speed commute, designed for moving traffic quickly. You'll experience the efficiency of interstate driving for the majority of this trip.
67% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
19 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 9.1 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 520. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.2 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
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 13 decision points packed into just 19.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Bellevue, WA and Esperance, WA, road signs point toward Lake Forest Park and Kingston Ferry.
Lake Forest Park
16.5 mi in
|
~24m
Kingston Ferry
17.1 mi in
|
~25m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 19.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 9.1 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Esperance, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 16.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Esperance, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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