Origin
Kirkland, WA
Night in Kirkland on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
49°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Kirkland, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
23m
Distance
15.4 mi
25 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 22m
★
6 AM
0h 24m
8 AM
0h 28m
10 AM
0h 25m
12 PM
0h 25m
3 PM
0h 25m
5 PM
0h 28m
8 PM
0h 23m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Kirkland, WA
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Alderwood Manor, WA
Jan Simpson
Trip Overview
If you are planning a quick excursion from Kirkland to Alderwood Manor, you will find this 15.4-mile trip to be a highly efficient connection within the Pacific Coast region. The drive typically takes about 23 minutes, making it a perfect candidate for a single-day journey that requires no overnight stay. You can expect to spend roughly $3 on fuel for the entire trip, keeping costs minimal. Since this is a short, straightforward route, it offers great flexibility for your schedule. Whether you are commuting or just crossing between these two Washington locations, the path is simple enough to navigate without complex planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 7th Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 36th Avenue West | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 6th Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 196th Street Southwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 1st Street | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 11.7 mi, about 14m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Kirkland, WA and Alderwood Manor, WA.
1
Start on 1st Street
399 ft
·
16 sec
·
1st Street
2
Turn left onto 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
7th Avenue
3
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.3 mi
·
52 sec
·
7th Avenue
4
Continue on 7th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
20 sec
·
7th Avenue
5
Turn right onto 6th Street
449 ft
·
14 sec
·
6th Street
6
Turn left onto Northeast 85th Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
54 sec
8
Merge onto I 405
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
9
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
2.3 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
2 min
Toward I 5 South: Seattle, Lynnwood
Use the slight right lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
44 sec
Toward WA 524 East, WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork
0.3 mi
·
42 sec
Toward WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
Use the slight right lane.
14
Turn straight onto WA 524
424 ft
·
14 sec
·
196th Street Southwest
15
Turn right onto 36th Avenue West
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
36th Avenue West
Use the right lane.
16
Turn right
153 ft
·
12 sec
17
At end of road, turn right
59 ft
·
4 sec
18
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 135 decision points cluster between mile 2.8 and 15.2 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
2.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
|
I 405
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
13.5 mi into trip
|
~19m in
Take the exit toward I 5 South: Seattle, Lynnwood
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 5 South: Seattle, Lynnwood
8
14.5 mi into trip
|
~21m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 524 East, WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight left / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 524 East, WA 524 West: 196th Street S...
7
14.8 mi into trip
|
~22m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward WA 524 West: 196th Street Southwest
7
15.2 mi into trip
|
~23m in
|
36th Avenue West
Turn right onto 36th Avenue West
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.22 one way
$6.45 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
5 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $3.38 | $6.76 |
| premium | $5.77 | $3.50 | $6.99 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $3.40 | $6.80 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$3
Estimated CO2 emission: 5.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 60% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.62 | $0.74 |
| Efficient EV | 3.9 | 0 | $1.35 | $0.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 6.2 | 0 | $2.16 | $0.99 |
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
Alderwood Manor, WA
Night in Alderwood Manor on Saturday
Local time
9:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
62°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
13 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
23m 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 highway-focused experience, as 76% of this route is spent on major thoroughfares. You will spend the bulk of your time on I-405, which accounts for the longest uninterrupted stretch of 11.7 miles. The transition involves navigating Northeast 85th Street and 7th Avenue to bridge the gap between suburban areas. While the driving is functional rather than scenic, the steady pace of the interstate allows for a consistent flow of traffic. You will find that the personality of the road is strictly utilitarian, prioritizing speed and connectivity over winding backroads.
76% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 11.7 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and Northeast 85th Street. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 2.8 miles in near I 405.
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 13 decision points packed into just 15.4 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 23m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 2.8 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Kirkland, WA to Alderwood Manor, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Lynnwood along the way.
Lynnwood
13.5 mi in
|
~19m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 23m. Total distance: 15.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
23m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (76%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 11.7 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 Alderwood Manor, 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 2.8 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 13.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 14.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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 Alderwood Manor, 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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