Origin
Camas, WA
Night in Camas on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Camas, WA to Kirkland, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 40m
Distance
184.1 mi
296 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$39
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 28m
★
6 AM
3h 41m
8 AM
4h 6m
10 AM
3h 49m
12 PM
3h 47m
3 PM
3h 51m
5 PM
4h 4m
8 PM
3h 33m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Camas, WA
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Kirkland, WA
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Trip Overview
This 184.1-mile drive from Camas, WA, to Kirkland, WA, is designed for a single day, estimated to take around 3 hours and 40 minutes. You'll primarily be on major interstates, with a 97% highway share, making it a straightforward journey. The estimated fuel cost is $39, which is quite reasonable for this distance. The route focuses on efficient travel between two points in the Pacific Coast region, both within Washington state. Given the relatively short duration and highway-focused profile, this trip is perfectly suited for a day trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
92.1 miles from Camas, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 49m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 146.2 mi | 2h 47m |
| I 405 | 17.4 mi | 21m |
| I 205 | 9.9 mi | 12m |
| WA 14 Business | 5.9 mi | 7m |
| Northwest 6th Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Northeast 6th Avenue | 0.4 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 146.2 mi, about 2h 47m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Camas, WA and Kirkland, WA.
1
Start on WA 14 Business
135 ft
·
8 sec
·
Northeast 3rd Avenue
2
Turn right onto WA 500
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
Northeast Garfield Street
3
Turn left onto Northeast 6th Avenue
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 6th Avenue
4
Continue on WA 14 Business
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northwest 6th Avenue
5
Enter roundabout onto WA 14 Business
127 ft
·
2 sec
·
WA 14 Business
Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, Alpine Lane
6
Continue on WA 14 Business
5.9 mi
·
7 min
·
WA 14 Business
Toward WA 14 West: Vancouver, Alpine Lane
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
Exit 6
Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 6
Toward I 205 North: Seattle
Use the slight right lane.
9
Merge onto I 205
9.9 mi
·
12 min
·
I 205
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Merge onto I 5
126 mi
·
2 hr 21 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
12
Take the exit
448 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
14
Merge onto I 405
17 mi
·
21 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the slight right lane.
16
Keep slight left at fork
182 ft
·
6 sec
17
Turn straight onto Northeast 85th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Turn right onto 6th Street
449 ft
·
17 sec
·
6th Street
19
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
7th Avenue
20
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
50 sec
·
7th Avenue
21
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
7th Avenue
22
Turn right onto 1st Street
399 ft
·
11 sec
·
1st Street
23
Arrive at destination
1st Street
Trip Plan
With a duration of just under 4 hours, this trip offers flexibility. Leaving Camas earlier in the morning, perhaps before the peak rush hour, will allow for a smoother approach into the Kirkland area. You'll have one major stretch of 146.2 miles on I-5, so plan your first stop after that segment to refuel or stretch your legs. The total fuel cost is estimated at $39, so factor that into your budget. Given the highway-heavy nature, ensure your vehicle is in good condition for sustained driving.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 92.1 miles from Camas, WA, or about 1h 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 146.2 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 41 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 92.1 miles or 1h 49m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 56m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Kirkland, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Camas, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
+
Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Camas, WA
This is one driving day of about 184.1 miles and 3h 40m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 41 miles from Camas, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 146.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
92 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 41 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 92.1 miles from Camas, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 146.2 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 205 decision points cluster between mile 7.4 and 182.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
7.4 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Take the exit toward I 205: Salem, Seattle
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 6
Toward I 205: Salem, Seattle
8
7.6 mi into trip
|
~11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 205 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 6
Toward I 205 North: Seattle
8
164.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
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 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
9
164.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 13m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
8
182.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 36m in
Take the exit toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
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 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$38.53 one way
$77.06 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
64 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $40.41 | $80.82 |
| premium | $5.77 | $41.81 | $83.61 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $40.65 | $81.29 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$39
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$64–$89
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 64.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $19 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 55.2 | 0 | $19.33 | $8.84 |
| Efficient EV | 46 | 0 | $16.11 | $7.36 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 73.6 | 0 | $25.77 | $11.78 |
Gas CO2
64 kg
EV CO2
22 kg (66% 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
Kirkland, WA
Night in Kirkland on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Sunny
SSW 5 mph
2% chance
Live forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 6:46AM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 6:46AM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
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
8 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
3h 40m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive, with 97% of the route utilizing major interstates like I-5, I-405, and I-205. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 146.2 miles on I-5, so be prepared for sustained periods of consistent speed. This means less time navigating local roads and more time covering ground efficiently. While the highway profile suggests a focus on speed, keep an eye on the transitions between these major arteries as you approach your destination.
97% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
23 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 146.2 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 7.4 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 20 significant decision points across 184.1 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.4 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.
On the drive from Camas, WA to Kirkland, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.
Bellevue
164.4 mi in
|
~3h 13m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 40m. Total distance: 184.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 40m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (97%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 146.2 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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 Kirkland, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
The main spots that need attention: at 7.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 7.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 164.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Possible but tiring. At 3.7 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.4 hours — manageable with a long break at Kirkland, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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