Origin
Yacolt, WA
Late night in Yacolt on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
PDT
Current temp
67°F
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Trip from Yacolt, WA to Bellevue, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
3h 27m
Distance
168.6 mi
271 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$35
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
3h 15m
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6 AM
3h 28m
8 AM
3h 52m
10 AM
3h 36m
12 PM
3h 34m
3 PM
3h 37m
5 PM
3h 51m
8 PM
3h 20m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Yacolt, WA
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Trip Overview
This 168.6-mile drive from Yacolt, WA to Bellevue, WA will take approximately 3 hours and 27 minutes. It's a manageable one-day trip, so you won't need to worry about booking overnight stays. The majority of your journey, 85% of it, will be on highways, primarily I-5 and I-405, with a segment on Northeast Cedar Creek Road. Given the estimated fuel cost of $35, this is an economical way to travel between the Pacific Coast regions of Washington. You'll encounter just one recommended stop along the way, making it a straightforward transit.
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
84.3 miles from Yacolt, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 1h 45m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 132 mi | 2h 32m |
| I 405 | 12.1 mi | 15m |
| Northeast Cedar Creek Road | 10.9 mi | 16m |
| Northwest Hayes Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Amboy Road | 4.1 mi | 6m |
| Northeast Hayes Road | 1.3 mi | 1m |
| Main Street | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Atlantic Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 132 mi, about 2h 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Yacolt, WA and Bellevue, WA.
1
Start on East Cushman Street
242 ft
·
10 sec
·
East Cushman Street
2
Turn right onto North Railroad Avenue
361 ft
·
10 sec
·
North Railroad Avenue
3
Turn left onto West Yacolt Road
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
West Yacolt Road
4
Turn right onto North Amboy Road
0.2 mi
·
32 sec
·
North Amboy Road
5
Continue on Northeast Amboy Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Northeast Amboy Road
6
At end of road, turn right onto WA 503
0.5 mi
·
49 sec
·
Northeast 221st Avenue
7
Turn left onto Northeast Cedar Creek Road
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Northeast Cedar Creek Road
8
Continue on Northeast Hayes Road
1.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Northeast Hayes Road
9
Continue on Northwest Hayes Road
4.1 mi
·
6 min
·
Northwest Hayes Road
10
Continue on East CC Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
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East CC Street
11
At end of road, turn left onto WA 503
125 ft
·
6 sec
·
Lewis River Road
Use the left lane.
12
Turn right onto Atlantic Avenue
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Atlantic Avenue
Use the right lane.
13
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
14
Merge onto I 5
111 mi
·
2 hr 6 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
21 mi
·
25 min
·
I 5
Use the slight right lane.
16
Take the exit
448 ft
·
10 sec
Exit 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
18
Merge onto I 405
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
Exit 12
Toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the slight right lane.
20
Keep slight left at fork
0.3 mi
·
36 sec
Toward 116th Avenue Southeast
Use the left / right lanes.
21
Turn left onto 116th Avenue Southeast
0.4 mi
·
1 min
·
116th Avenue Southeast
22
Turn left onto Main Street
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right
45 ft
·
3 sec
24
Arrive at destination
Trip Plan
With a duration of under four hours, this trip is best tackled in a single day. Consider an early morning departure to avoid potential traffic, especially as you approach the Seattle metropolitan area. Your longest stretch without a planned stop is 132 miles, so be sure to fuel up before you leave Yacolt and plan for your single recommended stop strategically. The $35 fuel cost is a good estimate, but always keep an eye on your gauge, particularly during the long highway sections.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 84.3 miles from Yacolt, WA, or about 1h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 132 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 37 miles or 51m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 84.3 miles or 1h 45m 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 47m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Bellevue, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Yacolt, 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 Yacolt, WA
This is one driving day of about 168.6 miles and 3h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 37 miles from Yacolt, 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 5 for about 132 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
84 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 37 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 84.3 miles from Yacolt, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 132 miles.
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 165 decision points cluster between mile 21.5 and 167.3 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
7
21.5 mi into trip
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~33m in
|
WA 503 / Lewis River Road
At end of road, turn left onto WA 503 / Lewis River Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
8
154.5 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
Take the exit toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue
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 154A-B
Toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma...
9
154.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 7m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 154B
Toward I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue
8
167.1 mi into trip
|
~3h 23m 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
167.3 mi into trip
|
~3h 24m 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
$35.29 one way
$70.57 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
59 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $37.01 | $74.01 |
| premium | $5.77 | $38.29 | $76.57 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $37.22 | $74.45 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$35
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$60–$85
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 59 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $18 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 50.6 | 0 | $17.70 | $8.09 |
| Efficient EV | 42.2 | 0 | $14.75 | $6.74 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 67.4 | 0 | $23.60 | $10.79 |
Gas CO2
59 kg
EV CO2
20 kg (66% 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
Late night in Bellevue on Sunday
Local time
12:35 AM
PDT
Current temp
49°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
18 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
3h 27m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
6 mi from route
~15 min detour
Free
near mile 168.7
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a highway-focused drive for 85% of this route, meaning you'll be covering significant distances efficiently. The longest uninterrupted stretch is a substantial 132 miles on I-5, allowing for steady progress. While much of the trip is on major interstates, you'll also experience a section on Northeast Cedar Creek Road, which may offer a slight change of pace before rejoining the main highway system. This route balances consistent speed with brief diversions.
85% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
24 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 132 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 21.5 miles in near WA 503 / Lewis River Road.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 168.6 miles, you will need to stay alert - especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 21.5 miles (WA 503 / Lewis River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 154.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 3h 27m. Total distance: 168.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (85%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 132 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
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.
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 21.5 miles (WA 503 / Lewis River Road): Lane positioning matters here; at 154.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 154.6 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.5 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 6.9 hours — manageable with a long break at Bellevue, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
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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