Origin
Riverbend, WA
Morning in Riverbend on Tuesday
Local time
8:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
63°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Riverbend, WA to Bellevue, WA
Pin this tripCompiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 21, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
36m
Distance
27.1 mi
44 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$6
one way
EV Charging
Sparse
1 stations
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 34m
★
6 AM
0h 37m
8 AM
0h 43m
10 AM
0h 39m
12 PM
0h 38m
3 PM
0h 39m
5 PM
0h 43m
8 PM
0h 35m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Riverbend, WA
Ken Cheatham
Trip Overview
Riverbend, WA to Bellevue, WA is 27.1 miles and takes about 36 minutes via I 90, with a fuel budget near $6 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward drive entirely within Washington state, connecting two points in the Pacific Coast region. It's a short trip, perfect for a quick errand, a commute, or an easy addition to a larger Pacific Northwest itinerary. Given its brevity, you won't need to worry about overnight stays or extensive planning.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 22.2 mi | 25m |
| I 405 | 1 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| 436th Avenue Southeast | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| 116th Avenue Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| Southeast 149th Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| 437th Avenue Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Cedar Falls Road Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 22.2 mi, about 25m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Riverbend, WA and Bellevue, WA.
1
Start on Southeast 149th Place
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Southeast 149th Place
2
Turn right onto 441st Avenue Southeast
292 ft
·
18 sec
·
441st Avenue Southeast
3
Turn left onto Southeast 149th Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Southeast 149th Street
4
Continue on 437th Avenue Southeast
0.2 mi
·
43 sec
·
437th Avenue Southeast
5
Turn right onto Cedar Falls Road Southeast
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Cedar Falls Road Southeast
6
Continue on 436th Avenue Southeast
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
436th Avenue Southeast
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
45 sec
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 90
22 mi
·
25 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
12
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the slight right lane.
13
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the left / right lanes.
14
Turn left onto 116th Avenue Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
116th Avenue Southeast
15
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
16
Turn right
45 ft
·
3 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 25.8 — 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
|
441st Avenue Southeast
Turn right onto 441st Avenue Southeast
Navigation decision point
8
23.9 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
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 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
24.1 mi into trip
|
~30m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
8
25.6 mi into trip
|
~32m in
Take the exit toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast
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 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue South...
8
25.8 mi into trip
|
~33m in
Keep slight left at fork toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left / right lanes.
Toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$5.67 one way
$11.34 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
10 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $5.95 | $11.90 |
| premium | $5.77 | $6.15 | $12.31 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $5.98 | $11.97 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$6
Estimated CO2 emission: 9.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $3 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 8.1 | 0 | $2.85 | $1.30 |
| Efficient EV | 6.8 | 0 | $2.37 | $1.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 10.8 | 0 | $3.79 | $1.73 |
Gas CO2
9 kg
EV CO2
3 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.
Destination
Bellevue, WA
Morning in Bellevue on Tuesday
Local time
8:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°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
4 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
36m 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?
This route is predominantly highway-focused, with 85% of the drive on high-speed roads. You'll experience a substantial uninterrupted stretch of 22.2 miles on I 90, allowing for a consistent pace. The use of I 405 and Main Street indicates a transition towards more urban environments as you approach Bellevue. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes efficiency and direct travel over leisurely sightseeing.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
17 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 22.2 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near 441st Avenue Southeast.
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 12 decision points packed into just 27.1 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 36m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (441st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 23.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 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.
Between Riverbend, WA and Bellevue, WA, road signs point toward Everett and 116Th Avenue Southeast.
Everett
23.9 mi in
|
~30m
116Th Avenue Southeast
25.6 mi in
|
~32m
About the Cities
Arriving in Bellevue, WA
Full guide →Bellevue is a city in the Puget Sound region of Washington state, just across Lake Washington from Seattle. Bellevue had a population of 150,000 in 2021, making it the largest city on the Eastside of King County. Bellevue is perhaps the most ritzy part of the Seattle metro area, mainly due to the presence of Microsoft at nearby Redmond and other tech companies occupying the downtown office towers. The dense downtown has much of the region's upscale and luxury retail. It also has many neighborhoods comprised of large houses, and excellent vistas of the water for the lucky few. It is generally considered more pleasant and safe than Seattle, if blander, though the influx of international tech workers has led to a vibrant Chinese community. === Local information === Bellevue City Council website
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 36m. Total distance: 27.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
36m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 22.2 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 Bellevue, 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 0.1 miles (441st Avenue Southeast): Navigation decision point; at 23.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 24.1 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 Bellevue, 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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