How far is Alderton, WA from Bellevue, WA?

The driving distance from Alderton, WA to Bellevue, WA is about 34 miles (54.7 km), with a travel time of about 00h 46m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 01h 33m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
  • A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT.
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Quick Snapshot
Road
34.01 mi
00h 46m
Flight
30.49 mi
49.07 km direct

This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
30.49 mi
Kilometers
49.07 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
34.01 mi
Kilometers
54.73 km
Drive Time
00h 46m

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Leave and Arrive Planner

Pick a departure time to see your estimated arrival and same-day return window.

Drive time stays fixed at 00h 46m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bellevue
Wed, Apr 15, 1:44 AM PDT
Return by in Alderton
Wed, Apr 15, 2:30 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Alderton
2026-04-15T00:57
Arrive Bellevue
Wed, Apr 15, 1:44 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 46m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
8:47 AM to 10:47 AM PDT

A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.

Leave by
4:56 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Alderton
9:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best

You are leaving earlier than the recommended window, which gives you extra margin for breaks and traffic.

Halfway Point

A useful midpoint for breaks, coffee, or meeting in the middle.

Mid-route stop
Kent
WA

The fourth most populous city in King County, Washington.

From Alderton
17 mi
00h 23m
To Bellevue
17 mi
00h 23m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
48°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 8 mph SW
Destination
50°F
Wednesday

Showers And Thunderstorms

Starts
Wed, Apr 15 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

The map below follows the saved road route between Alderton and Bellevue.

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Alderton and Bellevue.

  1. 1

    Start on State Route 162

    1.1 mi · 2 min · State Route 162

  2. 2

    Continue on Orting Highway East

    2841 ft · 1 min · Orting Highway East

  3. 3

    Take the ramp left toward WA 410 West: Tacoma

    1496 ft · 23 sec

  4. 4

    Merge slight left

    1.1 mi · 2 min

  5. 5

    Keep slight right to continue on WA 167 North: Seattle

    1749 ft · 43 sec

  6. 6

    Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

    18.7 mi · 23 min · Valley Freeway

  7. 7

    Take the exit slight right toward I 405 North: Bellevue

    1.3 km · 1 min

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    9.5 mi · 12 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward Southeast 8th Street, 116th Avenue Southeast

    933 ft · 23 sec

  10. 10

    Keep slight left to continue on 116th Avenue Southeast

    1400 ft · 36 sec

  11. 11

    Turn left onto 116th Avenue Southeast

    2038 ft · 1 min · 116th Avenue Southeast

  12. 12

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street

  13. 13

    Turn right

    14 m · 3 sec

  14. 14

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Alderton and Bellevue.

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Turn-heavy local drive

The route has frequent decision points for its length, so lane choice and turn timing will matter more than cruising speed.

Directions
14 steps
3 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
6
3 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
41.2 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Valley Freeway
18.7 mi · 55%
I 405 North
10.3 mi · 30%
WA 410 West
1.39 mi · 4%
State Route 162
1.11 mi · 3%
Main Street
0.72 mi · 2%
116th Avenue Southeast
0.65 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

Valley Freeway

Merge slight left onto Valley Freeway

18.7 mi · 00h 23m

Route Summary

A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.

Trip Read

A comfortable day-trip route

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

Drive Time
00h 46m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
01h 34m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+3.5 mi
30.5 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Kent
00h 23m from Alderton
Leave By
4:56 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Showers And Thunderstorms leaving Alderton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellevue.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Alderton to Bellevue?

The road trip is about 34 miles (54.7 km) and usually takes 00h 46m in normal driving conditions.

Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?

This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Kent is a useful midpoint, sitting about 17 miles from Alderton and 17 miles from Bellevue.

How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?

The direct path is about 30.5 miles (49.1 km), while the road route adds roughly 3.5 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.

When is the best time to leave for this route?

A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 4:56 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $6.28 one way or $12.56 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 10.7 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Showers And Thunderstorms around Alderton and Showers And Thunderstorms near Bellevue.

Stop Ideas Near Kent

Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.

Mid-route Guidance
These suggestions come from reviewed places and nearby services around Kent and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 13.5 mi away

Old City Hall Tacoma

Tacoma , WA
625 Commerce St, Tacoma, WA 98402
Rating 4.8/5 5 reviews Coworking space,Restaurant,Retail space rental agency
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 7 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 6 mi away

Auburn Building Permits

Auburn , WA
25 W Main St, Auburn, WA 98001
Rating 4.5/5 2 reviews City government office,Professional services
City of Covington
Meeting point 6 mi away

City of Covington

Covington , WA
16720 SE 271st St, Covington, WA 98042
Rating 4.2/5 5 reviews City Hall,City government office

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Kent.

RAIL

Tukwila station

9 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

21 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

King Street Station

25 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

27 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Alderton and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 30.49 mi (49.07 km).

Photo coming soon

#1 Alderton

Alderton is a place in Washington, United States.

Population0
Coordinates47.1695500, -122.2292800
Altitude27
CountryUnited States
Bellevue

#2 Bellevue

The most populous city in Washington.

Population148,073
Coordinates47.6103800, -122.2006800
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: State Route 162 (-122.229334, 47.16955)
End: (-122.20084, 47.610293)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 55 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 07m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 51m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 40m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 34m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 29m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 25m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.2 gal
4.54 L · about $6.28
Round trip
$12.56
2.4 gal · 9.08 L
Estimated CO2
10.7 kg one way
Round trip: 21.3 kg / 47 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $6.28 $12.56
Mid-grade $5.57 $6.68 $13.36
Premium $5.77 $6.93 $13.85
Diesel $5.47 $6.56 $13.12

Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.

Prices in Washington · Apr 15, 2026

There is no time difference between Alderton and Bellevue. The current time is 00:57:39.

Distance to Other Cities

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How did we calculate? Place names are translated into coordinates. The Haversine formula calculates straight-line distance; driving distance uses road network data.