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Trip from Kirkland, WA to Sunnyslope, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 57m

Distance

145.1 mi

233 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$30

one way

EV Charging

Good

8 stations

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 34 min
4 AM
2h 46m ★
6 AM
2h 57m
8 AM
3h 20m
10 AM
3h 5m
12 PM
3h 3m
3 PM
3h 6m
5 PM
3h 19m
8 PM
2h 51m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Kirkland, WA

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Downtown Sunnyslope, WA, WA

Sunnyslope, WA

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Trip Overview

This 145.1-mile drive from Kirkland, WA to Sunnyslope, WA is a straightforward, highway-focused journey that can easily be completed in a single day. Expect to spend about 2 hours and 57 minutes on the road, with a fuel cost estimated around $30. The route primarily utilizes I-90, US-97, and US-2, making it a 98% highway experience. Given its manageable distance and duration, this trip is ideal as a day trip, offering a convenient way to travel between points within Washington state. The overall feel of the drive is efficient and direct, prioritizing getting you to your destination with minimal fuss.

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

72.5 miles from Kirkland, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 25m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 75.8 mi 1h 25m
US 97 35.2 mi 44m
US 2 14.8 mi 19m
WA 970 9.9 mi 12m
I 405 6 mi 7m
7th Avenue 0.5 mi 1m
Northeast 85th Street 0.5 mi 1m
Sunset Highway 0.4 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 75.8 mi, about 1h 25m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Kirkland, WA and Sunnyslope, 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

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast 85th Street
7

Take the ramp

0.4 mi · 49 sec
Toward I 405 South: Renton Use the right lane.
8

Merge onto I 405

6.0 mi · 7 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle Use the slight right lane.
10

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward I 90 East: Spokane Use the slight left lane.
11

Merge onto I 90

76 mi · 1 hr 25 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 32 sec
Toward Cle Elum, Leavenworth
13

Turn left onto WA 970

0.4 mi · 33 sec · Sunset Highway
14

At end of road, turn right onto WA 970

0.1 mi · 10 sec · WA 970
15

Take the exit onto WA 970

9.8 mi · 12 min · WA 970
16

Continue on US 97

35 mi · 44 min · US 97
17

Take the exit onto US 97

15 mi · 19 min · US 2
18

Enter roundabout onto Easy Street

225 ft · 9 sec · Easy Street
19

Continue on Easy Street

0.2 mi · 33 sec · Easy Street
20

Arrive at destination

Easy Street

Trip Plan

With a total duration of under 3 hours, this trip offers flexibility; you can leave whenever suits your schedule. Consider an early morning departure to take advantage of lighter traffic, especially on I-90. You'll want to plan for one main stop to break up the drive and refuel, as the longest stretch without a significant change in road is over 75 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, particularly as you transition onto US-97 and US-2, where services might be less frequent than on the interstate. Your estimated fuel cost is around $30, so budget accordingly.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 72.5 miles from Kirkland, WA, or about 1h 25m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 75.8 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 32 miles or 40m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 72.5 miles or 1h 25m 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 22m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Sunnyslope, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Kirkland, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

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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 Kirkland, WA

This is one driving day of about 145.1 miles and 2h 57m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 32 miles from Kirkland, 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 90 for about 75.8 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Downtown Cle Elum, WA, WA

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Cle Elum, WA

73 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

Redmond, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 32 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

South Cle Elum, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 72.5 miles from Kirkland, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 75.8 miles.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Nearby Places

Restaurants, cafes, gas stations and more along your route.

Top Restaurant

SOI Thai Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kirkland, Washington

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14252027465

Visit website

Due' Cucina Italian Restaurant - Totem Lake

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Kirkland, Washington

2.6 mi

SOI Thai Restaurant & Bar

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, right off the route

0.5 mi from route ~1 min detour $20 to $30

Kirkland, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14252027465

Visit website

Due' Cucina Italian Restaurant - Totem Lake

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour $10 to $20

Kirkland, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+14257777725

Visit website

Garlini's Napoletana

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $20 to $30 mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 11 am–9 pm

+15098841707

Visit website

The Paradise Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 8 am–8 pm

+15094709595

Visit website

Atlas Fare

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour $50 to $10 mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 4:30–9 pm

+15093000303

Visit website

Pybus Public Market

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 8 am–9 pm

+15098883900

Visit website

Mela Coffee Roasting Co.

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.5 mi from route ~9 min detour Moderately mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 6 am–5 pm

+15098880374

Visit website

Tropical Salvadoreño Restaurant

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~9 min detour

3.6 mi from route ~9 min detour $10 to $20 mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 10 am–8 pm

+15096622529

Visit website

Amoré Coffee

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~10 min detour

3.8 mi from route ~10 min detour $1 to $10 mile 10.4

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 5:30 am–6 pm

+14255035792

Visit website

Lupine Market and Café

5.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, ~12 min detour

4.7 mi from route ~12 min detour $10 to $20 mile 124.4

Leavenworth, Washington

Hours: 8 am–4 pm

+15095481875

Visit website

Chevrolet Charging Station

4.0 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.4 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 9 am–5 pm

+18003239935

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.3 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour mile 82.9

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

Visit website

Circle K Electric Vehicle Charging Station

3.3 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, right off the route

0.3 mi from route ~1 min detour mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18335052291

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.1 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Around the midpoint, short detour

1.1 mi from route ~3 min detour mile 82.9

Cle Elum, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Around the midpoint, right off the route

0.6 mi from route ~2 min detour mile 51.8

Snoqualmie Pass, Washington

Visit website

Tesla Supercharger

4.2 ★ ★ ★ ★ ☆

Early in the drive, short detour

2.1 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 31.1

North Bend, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18777983752

Visit website

EVCS Charging Station

3.4 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, short detour

3.3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18663003827

Visit website

ChargePoint Charging Station

3.2 ★ ★ ★ ☆ ☆

Near the end, ~10 min detour

4.1 mi from route ~10 min detour mile 145.1

East Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: Open 24 hours

+18887584389

Visit website

Doris Cooper Houghton Beach Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

1.5 mi from route ~4 min detour

Kirkland, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+14255873300

Visit website

Walla Walla Point Park

4.5 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the end, short detour

2.2 mi from route ~5 min detour mile 145.1

Wenatchee, Washington

Hours: 6 am–10 pm

+15096618006

Visit website

Sandbox VR

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

2.6 mi from route ~6 min detour

Kirkland, Washington

Hours: 10 am–10 pm

+14254037557

Visit website

Wilburton Hill Park

4.6 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3 mi from route ~8 min detour mile 10.4

Bellevue, Washington

Hours: 6:30 am–8:30 pm

+14254526914

Visit website

Conundroom Escape Rooms Willows BP: School of Magic, Crafted, Kids Birthday Parties

4.9 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, short detour

3.1 mi from route ~8 min detour

Redmond, Washington

Hours: 4:30–9:30 pm

+14255521430

Visit website

Woodinville Whiskey Co.

4.7 ★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Near the start, ~11 min detour

4.4 mi from route ~11 min detour

Woodinville, Washington

Hours: 11 am–6 pm

+14255178220

Visit website

Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.

Heads-up: tricky spots

5 of 16

5 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
0.1 mi into trip | ~0m in | 7th Avenue

Turn left onto 7th Avenue

Navigation decision point

5
0.2 mi into trip | ~0m in | 7th Avenue

Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

5
0.5 mi into trip | ~1m in | 7th Avenue

Enter roundabout onto 7th Avenue

Roundabout - know your exit number before entering

8
7.5 mi into trip | ~11m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Spokane, 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 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle
7
8 mi into trip | ~12m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 East: Spokane

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$30.37 one way

$60.74 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 51 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $31.85 $63.70
premium $5.77 $32.95 $65.90
diesel $5.61 $32.04 $64.07

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$30

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$55–$80

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 50.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $15 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 43.5 0 $15.24 $6.96
Efficient EV 36.3 0 $12.70 $5.80
EV Truck/SUV 58 0 $20.31 $9.29

Gas CO2

51 kg

EV CO2

17 kg (67% 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.

Forecast as of Apr 16, 2026

Origin

Kirkland, WA

Morning in Kirkland on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Sunny

SSW 5 mph 2% chance Live forecast

Destination

Sunnyslope, WA

Morning in Sunnyslope on Sunday

Local time

7:57 AM

PDT

Current temp

43°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

14 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

2h 57m 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

7 mi from route ~17 min detour Free near mile 5
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

What kind of drive is this?

For the most part, you'll be on well-maintained highways, with 98% of the drive consisting of high-speed travel. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 75.8 miles on I-90, so be prepared for extended periods of consistent cruising. While the profile is highway-focused, the transition between I-90, US-97, and US-2 means you'll experience a few changes in road character and speed limits as you navigate across Washington. This route prioritizes efficient travel over winding scenic byways.

98% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
20 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 75.8 mi on I 90.

How Hard Is This Drive?

6/10

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and US 97. You will hit about 16 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 7th Avenue.

Driving Effort 6/10

Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 145.1 miles you will encounter 16 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 0.1 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

Between Kirkland, WA and Sunnyslope, WA, road signs point toward Seattle, Cle Elum and Leavenworth.

Seattle

7.5 mi in | ~11m

Cle Elum

84.3 mi in | ~1h 38m

Leavenworth

84.3 mi in | ~1h 38m

About the Cities

Starting in Kirkland, WA

Full guide →

Kirkland is a charming city of 93,000 (2019) in King County, Washington, across from Seattle on the east side of Lake Washington.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 57m. Total distance: 145.1 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 57m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (98%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 75.8 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 Sunnyslope, 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 0.1 miles (7th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 0.5 miles (7th Avenue): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering.

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 Sunnyslope, 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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