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 Southworth, 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
1h 4m
Distance
21.8 mi
35 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$5
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 59m
★
6 AM
1h 4m
8 AM
1h 15m
10 AM
1h 8m
12 PM
1h 7m
3 PM
1h 8m
5 PM
1h 14m
8 PM
1h 1m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Southworth, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
This 21.8-mile drive from Bellevue, WA, to Southworth, WA, is designed for a single day, taking about 1 hour and 4 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate using I-90 and the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry, with a portion on Fauntleroy Way Southwest. Given its short distance and manageable duration, it’s an easy day trip without the need for an overnight stay. The estimated fuel cost for this journey is around $5. This route offers a straightforward transition within the Pacific Coast region, connecting two points in Washington State.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 6.3 mi | 7m |
| Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry | 4.8 mi | 29m |
| Fauntleroy Way Southwest | 3.7 mi | 10m |
| West Seattle Bridge | 2.2 mi | 3m |
| Bellevue Way Southeast | 2 mi | 4m |
| Southworth Ferry | 0.3 mi | 2m |
| Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| Southwest Barton Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 6.3 mi, about 7m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue, WA and Southworth, WA.
1
Start on this road
45 ft
·
6 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Main Street
150 ft
·
6 sec
·
Main Street
3
Turn left onto Bellevue Way Southeast
2.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Bellevue Way Southeast
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
292 ft
·
7 sec
Toward I 90 East, I 90 West: Spokane, Seattle
5
Keep slight right at fork
237 ft
·
5 sec
Use the slight right lane.
6
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 90
6.3 mi
·
7 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
1.3 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2B
Toward I 5 South: Portland, Tacoma
Use the slight left lane.
9
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
Exit 163A
Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
11
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.2 mi
·
3 min
·
West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi
·
10 min
·
Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
171 ft
·
2 sec
·
Southwest Barton Street
14
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.1 mi
·
12 sec
·
Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
15
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi
·
29 min
·
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
16
Continue on WA 160
0.3 mi
·
2 min
·
Southworth Ferry
17
Turn left
35 ft
·
2 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 115 decision points cluster between mile 2.1 and 10.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
7
2.1 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 90 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
8
8.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Portland, Tacoma
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 2B
Toward I 5 South: Portland, Tacoma
8
10.1 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
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 163A
Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
6
10.3 mi into trip
|
~16m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.56 one way
$9.13 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
8 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $4.78 | $9.57 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.95 | $9.90 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.81 | $9.63 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$5
Estimated CO2 emission: 7.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 63% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 6.5 | 0 | $2.29 | $1.05 |
| Efficient EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 8.7 | 0 | $3.05 | $1.40 |
Gas CO2
8 kg
EV CO2
3 kg (63% 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
Southworth, WA
Late night in Southworth on Tuesday
Local time
5:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
22 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
1h 4m 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?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive on this route, with only 29% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 6.3 miles on I-90, indicating that much of your time will be spent on more localized roads. This means you'll likely experience frequent changes in speed and direction as you navigate through different urban and suburban areas. The character of the drive will shift from highway speeds to more deliberate local traffic patterns.
Only 29% highway — the rest is turn-by-turn surface driving.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 6.3 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
Expect a hands-on drive with frequent turns and local roads rather than long highway stretches. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.1 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 21.8 miles you will encounter 11 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 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 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 Southworth, WA, road signs point toward Seattle and Tacoma.
Seattle
2 mi in
|
~5m
Tacoma
8.8 mi in
|
~14m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 4m. Total distance: 21.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
Scenic Drive
Mostly surface roads route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 6.3 miles on I 90. 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 Southworth, 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 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 2.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 8.8 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 Southworth, 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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