Origin
Oak Harbor, WA
Night in Oak Harbor on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Oak Harbor, WA to Redmond, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 58m
Distance
65.8 mi
106 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$14
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 50m
★
6 AM
1h 59m
8 AM
2h 16m
10 AM
2h 5m
12 PM
2h 3m
3 PM
2h 6m
5 PM
2h 15m
8 PM
1h 54m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oak Harbor, WA
William Jacobs
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
Trip Overview
This 65.8-mile drive from Oak Harbor, WA to Redmond, WA will take you about 1 hour and 58 minutes, making it a perfect one-day trip. Primarily using State Route 525, WA 20, and I-405, this journey is focused on efficient travel, with 75% of the route on highways. With an estimated fuel cost of $14, it's an economical option for exploring the Pacific Coast region. The route is designed for straightforward progress, allowing you to reach your destination without needing an overnight stay. It's a practical choice for getting from point A to point B efficiently within Washington state.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
32.9 miles from Oak Harbor, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 50m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 525 | 22 mi | 32m |
| WA 20 | 15 mi | 22m |
| I 405 | 11.7 mi | 14m |
| Mukilteo Speedway | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry | 3 mi | 20m |
| Redmond Way | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 1 mi | 2m |
| Paine Field Boulevard | 0.8 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 525
— 22 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Oak Harbor, WA and Redmond, WA.
1
Start on Southeast Midway Boulevard
513 ft
·
16 sec
·
Southeast Midway Boulevard
2
Turn right onto Southeast 8th Avenue
0.1 mi
·
25 sec
·
Southeast 8th Avenue
3
Turn left onto Southeast Ireland Street
296 ft
·
8 sec
·
Southeast Ireland Street
4
Turn right onto Southeast Barrington Drive
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Southeast Barrington Drive
5
Turn left onto WA 20
512 ft
·
16 sec
·
State Route 20
6
Turn right onto WA 20
15 mi
·
22 min
·
WA 20
7
Continue on WA 525
22 mi
·
32 min
·
State Route 525
Use the straight lane.
8
Continue on 2
409 ft
·
9 sec
·
2
9
Turn right onto WA 525
200 ft
·
11 sec
·
Ferry Dock
10
Continue on WA 525
3.0 mi
·
20 min
·
Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry
11
Continue on WA 525
0.4 mi
·
2 min
·
WA 525
Use the right lane.
12
At end of road, turn left onto WA 525
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the left / right lanes.
13
Turn left onto WA 526
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
14
Turn right onto WA 525 Spur
0.8 mi
·
58 sec
·
Paine Field Boulevard
15
Turn slight left onto WA 525
5.8 mi
·
9 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the left / straight lanes.
16
Continue on I 405
1.4 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
17
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
10 mi
·
12 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Turn straight onto Northeast 85th Street
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
Use the straight lane.
20
Continue on Redmond Way
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Redmond Way
Use the straight lane.
21
Turn left onto WA 202
30 ft
·
0 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
Use the left lane.
22
Arrive at destination
WA 202
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 1 hour and 58-minute duration, this trip offers flexibility. You can depart Oak Harbor at your leisure, but consider leaving earlier in the day to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Seattle metro area. With no designated stops, you have the freedom to pull over as needed, perhaps for a quick break after the 22-mile stretch on State Route 525. The estimated $14 fuel cost is quite low, so you likely won't need to worry about frequent refueling stops. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before leaving Oak Harbor to ensure you start with plenty.
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.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 32.9 miles from Oak Harbor, WA, or about 50m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22 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 14 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 32.9 miles or 50m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 42m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Redmond, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Oak Harbor, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Oak Harbor, WA
This is one driving day of about 65.8 miles and 1h 58m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 14 miles from Oak Harbor, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on State Route 525 for about 22 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
33 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 32.9 miles from Oak Harbor, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 145 decision points cluster between mile 0.2 and 65.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Southeast Ireland Street
Turn left onto Southeast Ireland Street
Navigation decision point
6
41.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 20m in
|
WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
At end of road, turn left onto WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
6
51.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 37m 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.
8
62.1 mi into trip
|
~1h 50m 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 straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 18
Toward Northeast 85th Street, Kirkland
6
65.8 mi into trip
|
~1h 58m in
|
WA 202 / 164th Avenue Northeast
Turn left onto WA 202 / 164th Avenue Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.77 one way
$27.54 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
23 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $14.44 | $28.88 |
| premium | $5.77 | $14.94 | $29.88 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.53 | $29.06 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$14
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$39–$64
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 23 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.7 | 0 | $6.91 | $3.16 |
| Efficient EV | 16.5 | 0 | $5.76 | $2.63 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 26.3 | 0 | $9.21 | $4.21 |
Gas CO2
23 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (65% 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
Redmond, WA
Night in Redmond on Saturday
Local time
9:25 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°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
12 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
1h 58m 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 drive for most of this 65.8-mile trip, with 75% of the journey on faster roads. You'll encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch of 22 miles on State Route 525, offering a good period of consistent travel. As you transition to WA 20 and then I-405, the character shifts towards more typical interstate conditions. While not a winding scenic byway, this route prioritizes smooth, direct progress, allowing for a steady pace behind the wheel.
75% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
22 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22 mi on State Route 525.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 525 and WA 20. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.2 miles in near Southeast Ireland Street.
Driving Effort
7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 65.8 miles you will encounter 14 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 0.2 miles (Southeast Ireland Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.5 miles (WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (I 405): 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.
On the drive from Oak Harbor, WA to Redmond, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Kirkland along the way.
Kirkland
62.1 mi in
|
~1h 50m
About the Cities
Arriving in Redmond, WA
Full guide →Redmond is a city in King County, Washington, on the Eastside of Lake Washington. It is a suburb of Seattle, 15 miles (24 km) away. Redmond is home to Microsoft Corporation, which has a large presence in the area. It is also home to Nintendo of America and numerous other companies. It is the self-proclaimed Bicycle Capital of the Northwest.
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 1h 58m. Total distance: 65.8 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 58m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (75%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22 miles on State Route 525. 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 Redmond, 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 0.2 miles (Southeast Ireland Street): Navigation decision point; at 41.5 miles (WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway): Lane positioning matters here; at 51.8 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Redmond, 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, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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