Origin
Bothell, WA
Late night in Bothell on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bothell, WA to Seattle, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
19.4 mi
31 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 29m
8 AM
0h 34m
10 AM
0h 31m
12 PM
0h 30m
3 PM
0h 31m
5 PM
0h 34m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bothell, WA
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Seattle, WA
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Trip Overview
Traveling from Bothell to Seattle is a quick, 19.4-mile journey that typically takes about 29 minutes. Because this trip is entirely within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, it serves as a straightforward commute rather than a multi-day expedition. You can easily manage this drive in a single day, making it ideal for those needing to get between these two points efficiently. With a fuel budget of approximately $4, it is an economical trip that relies on major thoroughfares. You will find that the convenience of this route makes it a simple task, whether you are heading into the city for work or leisure.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 8.3 mi | 10m |
| WA 520 | 6.9 mi | 9m |
| I 5 | 1.8 mi | 2m |
| Woodinville Drive | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 5th Avenue | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Northeast 185th Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Union Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Kaysner Way | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 8.3 mi, about 10m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bothell, WA and Seattle, WA.
1
Start on this road
100 ft
·
12 sec
·
this road
2
Turn left onto 101st Avenue Northeast
156 ft
·
14 sec
·
101st Avenue Northeast
3
Turn left onto Northeast 185th Street
0.2 mi
·
39 sec
·
Northeast 185th Street
4
Turn right onto 104th Avenue Northeast
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
·
104th Avenue Northeast
5
Continue on Kaysner Way
0.1 mi
·
13 sec
·
Kaysner Way
6
Turn left onto WA 522
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Woodinville Drive
7
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 405: Bellevue, Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Turn slight left onto I 405
8.3 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
457 ft
·
11 sec
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto WA 520
6.4 mi
·
8 min
·
WA 520
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 520
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
·
WA 520
Toward I 5 South: Portland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Merge onto I 5
1.8 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Exit 165B
Toward Union Street
Use the slight right lane.
15
Continue on Union Street
0.2 mi
·
41 sec
·
Union Street
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
16
Turn left onto 5th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
55 sec
·
5th Avenue
Use the left lane.
17
Turn right onto Madison Street
113 ft
·
9 sec
·
Madison Street
18
Turn left
31 ft
·
2 sec
19
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 165 decision points cluster between mile 1.1 and 18.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
1.1 mi into trip
|
~3m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Bellevue, Renton, Everett
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.
Toward I 405: Bellevue, Renton, Everett
8
9.7 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seattle
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 14
Toward WA 520 East, WA 520 West: Redmond, Seatt...
8
9.8 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 520 West: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 14
Toward WA 520 West: Seattle
7
16.6 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
WA 520
Keep slight left at fork onto WA 520 toward I 5 South: Portland
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 South: Portland
7
18.8 mi into trip
|
~27m in
Take the exit toward Union Street
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 165B
Toward Union Street
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$4.06 one way
$8.12 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
7 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $4.26 | $8.52 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.41 | $8.81 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.28 | $8.57 |
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 | 5.8 | 0 | $2.04 | $0.93 |
| Efficient EV | 4.9 | 0 | $1.70 | $0.78 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.8 | 0 | $2.72 | $1.24 |
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
Seattle, WA
Late night in Seattle on Sunday
Local time
12:33 AM
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
15 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 highway-focused drive keeps you on the move, with 87% of your time spent on major roads like I-405, WA-520, and I-5. You will experience a steady, fast-paced rhythm as you navigate these primary arteries. The longest uninterrupted stretch you will encounter is 8.3 miles on I-405, which sets the tone for the majority of the trip. Do not expect winding backroads or technical maneuvers; instead, anticipate a direct, functional experience behind the wheel. The road transitions seamlessly between these interstates, providing a consistent driving environment from start to finish.
87% 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: 8.3 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
10/10
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 1.1 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 16 decision points packed into just 19.4 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Bothell, WA and Seattle, WA, road signs point toward Renton and Everett.
Renton
1.1 mi in
|
~3m
Everett
1.1 mi in
|
~3m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 19.4 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 (87%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 8.3 miles on I 405. 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 Seattle, 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 1.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 9.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Seattle, 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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