Origin
Redmond, WA
Late night in Redmond on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
17m
Distance
10.2 mi
16 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 16m
★
6 AM
0h 18m
8 AM
0h 21m
10 AM
0h 19m
12 PM
0h 19m
3 PM
0h 19m
5 PM
0h 21m
8 PM
0h 17m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Redmond, WA
Harrison Reilly
Bothell, WA
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Trip Overview
This short 10.2-mile drive from Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA is easily manageable within a single day, taking approximately 17 minutes. You'll primarily navigate on I-405 and WA-522, with a significant portion of the journey on the interstate. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $2, making it an economical option. The route offers a mixed driving experience, suitable for a quick commute or a brief excursion within the Pacific Coast region. Given its brevity, an overnight stay isn't necessary, allowing for flexibility in your schedule.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 4.1 mi | 5m |
| Redmond Way | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| WA 522 | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| Northeast 85th Street | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 101st Avenue Northeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 164th Avenue Northeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 4.1 mi, about 5m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Redmond, WA and Bothell, WA.
1
Start on WA 202
30 ft
·
7 sec
·
164th Avenue Northeast
2
Turn right onto Redmond Way
2.1 mi
·
4 min
·
Redmond Way
Use the right lane.
3
Continue on Northeast 85th Street
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast 85th Street
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
51 sec
Toward I 405 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 405
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
3.0 mi
·
3 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
1.0 mi
·
1 min
Exit 23
Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight left at fork
0.1 mi
·
11 sec
Toward WA 522 West: Bothell
9
Turn left onto WA 522
1.3 mi
·
2 min
·
WA 522
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Turn right onto 101st Avenue Northeast
0.2 mi
·
52 sec
·
101st Avenue Northeast
11
Turn right
100 ft
·
7 sec
12
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 95 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 8.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
Redmond Way
Turn right onto Redmond Way
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
3 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Take the ramp toward I 405 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Toward I 405 North
6
4.4 mi into trip
|
~8m 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
7.5 mi into trip
|
~12m in
Take the exit toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
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 23
Toward WA 522: Bothell, Woodinville
5
8.5 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 522 West: Bothell
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Toward WA 522 West: Bothell
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$2.13 one way
$4.27 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
4 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $2.24 | $4.48 |
| premium | $5.77 | $2.32 | $4.63 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $2.25 | $4.50 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$2
Estimated CO2 emission: 3.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 75% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 3.1 | 0 | $1.07 | $0.49 |
| Efficient EV | 2.6 | 0 | $0.89 | $0.41 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 4.1 | 0 | $1.43 | $0.65 |
Gas CO2
4 kg
EV CO2
1 kg (75% 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
Bothell, WA
Late night in Bothell on Sunday
Local time
12:42 AM
PDT
Current temp
64°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
6 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
17m 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 mixed drive on this route, with about 53% of the journey on highways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 4.1 miles on I-405, offering a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition between roads like Redmond Way, I-405, and WA-522, the character of the drive will shift from more local thoroughfares to the faster speeds of the interstate. This blend means you'll experience both quicker travel segments and potentially some slower sections as you enter or exit urban areas.
53% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
12 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 4.1 mi on I 405.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Redmond Way.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 9 decision points packed into just 10.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 17m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Redmond Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 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 Redmond, WA to Bothell, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Woodinville along the way.
Woodinville
7.5 mi in
|
~12m
About the Cities
Starting 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 17m. Total distance: 10.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (53%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 4.1 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 Bothell, 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: near the start (Redmond Way): Lane positioning matters here; at 3 miles: Lane positioning matters here; at 4.4 miles (I 405): 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 Bothell, 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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