How far is Bellevue, WA from Fox Island, WA?

The driving distance from Bellevue, WA to Fox Island, WA is about 53.4 miles (86 km), with a travel time of about 01h 18m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 02h 36m 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
53.47 mi
01h 18m
Flight
31.87 mi
51.29 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
31.87 mi
Kilometers
51.29 km
Flight Time
00h 03m

Driving Distance

Road route
53.47 mi
Kilometers
86.05 km
Drive Time
01h 18m

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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 01h 18m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Fox Island
Thu, Apr 23, 6:21 AM PDT
Return by in Bellevue
Thu, Apr 23, 7:39 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Bellevue
2026-04-23T05:02
Arrive Fox Island
Thu, Apr 23, 6:21 AM PDT
Route Timing
01h 18m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:18 AM to 11:18 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:54 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Bellevue
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
Federal Way
WA

A city in King County, Washington.

From Bellevue
26.7 mi
00h 39m
To Fox Island
26.8 mi
00h 39m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
64°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 6 mph NW
Destination
64°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
2 to 7 mph W

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Bellevue and Fox Island.

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    14 m · 6 sec

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    46 m · 8 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    Turn right onto Bellevue Way Northeast

    656 ft · 23 sec · Bellevue Way Northeast

  4. 4

    Turn right onto Northeast 2nd Street

    1297 ft · 46 sec · Northeast 2nd Street

  5. 5

    Turn left onto 108th Avenue Northeast

    655 ft · 18 sec · 108th Avenue Northeast

  6. 6

    Turn right onto Northeast 4th Street

    1762 ft · 59 sec · Northeast 4th Street

  7. 7

    Take the ramp right toward I 405 South: Renton

    2165 ft · 53 sec

  8. 8

    Merge slight left

    13.2 mi · 16 min

  9. 9

    Take the exit slight right toward I 5 South: Portland

    1446 ft · 49 sec

  10. 10

    Merge slight left

    20.3 mi · 25 min

  11. 11

    Keep slight right

    1.3 mi · 2 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton

    3005 ft · 1 min

  13. 13

    Keep slight left to continue on WA 16 West: Union Avenue

    2518 ft · 46 sec

  14. 14

    Merge slight left

    7.5 mi · 9 min

  15. 15

    Take the exit slight right toward Olympic Drive

    1782 ft · 51 sec

  16. 16

    Turn left onto Olympic Drive

    1.2 km · 1 min · Olympic Drive

  17. 17

    Continue on 56th Street

    1.5 km · 2 min · 56th Street

  18. 18

    Continue on Fillmore Drive Northwest

    1647 ft · 40 sec · Fillmore Drive Northwest

  19. 19

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Wollochet Drive Northwest

    1.1 mi · 2 min · Wollochet Drive Northwest

  20. 20

    Continue on 40th Street Northwest

    1.2 km · 2 min · 40th Street Northwest

  21. 21

    Turn left onto 70th Avenue Northwest

    2617 ft · 1 min · 70th Avenue Northwest

  22. 22

    At the end of the road, turn right onto Warren Drive Northwest

    1 mi · 2 min · Warren Drive Northwest

  23. 23

    Continue on Fox Island Bridge

    1952 ft · 48 sec · Fox Island Bridge

  24. 24

    Continue on 3rd Avenue

    1.1 km · 2 min · 3rd Avenue

  25. 25

    Continue on Island Boulevard

    1.6 km · 2 min · Island Boulevard

  26. 26

    Turn left onto Fox Drive

    2620 ft · 1 min · Fox Drive

  27. 27

    Turn right onto 7th Lane

    2060 ft · 2 min · 7th Lane

  28. 28

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec · 7th Lane

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Highway-focused drive

Most of the mileage stays on named highways, so the important moments are ramps, exits, merges, and the final local approach.

Directions
28 steps
11 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
3 merges, 4 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
52.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
21.9 mi · 41%
I 405 South
13.6 mi · 25%
WA 16 West
8.59 mi · 16%
Wollochet Drive Northwest
1.1 mi · 2%
Olympic Drive
1.08 mi · 2%
Warren Drive Northwest
1.02 mi · 2%
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

20.3 mi · 00h 25m

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
01h 18m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
02h 36m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+21.5 mi
31.9 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Federal Way
00h 39m from Bellevue
Leave By
3:54 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Bellevue and Mostly Sunny near Fox Island.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

How long does it take to drive from Bellevue to Fox Island?

The road trip is about 53.4 miles (86 km) and usually takes 01h 18m 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?

Federal Way is a useful midpoint, sitting about 26.7 miles from Bellevue and 26.8 miles from Fox Island.

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

The direct path is about 31.9 miles (51.3 km), while the road route adds roughly 21.5 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 3:54 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $9.89 one way or $19.78 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 16.8 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Bellevue and Mostly Sunny near Fox Island.

Stop Ideas Near Federal Way

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 Federal Way and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 6.9 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 13.5 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 3.6 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 Normandy Park City Hall
Meeting point 10.5 mi away

City of Normandy Park City Hall

Normandy Park , WA
801 SW 174th St, Normandy Park, WA 98166
Rating 5.0/5 4 reviews City Hall

Transit and Meeting Points

Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Federal Way.

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

12 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Tukwila station

16 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

31 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

33 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Bellevue and Fox Island. Straight-line distance: 31.87 mi (51.29 km).

Bellevue

#1 Bellevue

The most populous city in Washington.

Population148,073
Coordinates47.6103800, -122.2006800
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Fox Island

#2 Fox Island

Census designated place in Washington, United States

Population3,633
Coordinates47.2514900, -122.6290200
Altitude51
CountryUnited States
Start: Bellevue (-122.20068, 47.61038)
End: Fox Island (-122.62902, 47.25149)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 86 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)01h 46m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 20m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 04m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 53m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 45m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 40m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
1.89 gal
7.14 L · about $9.89
Round trip
$19.78
3.78 gal · 14.28 L
Estimated CO2
16.8 kg one way
Round trip: 33.6 kg / 74 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $9.89 $19.78
Mid-grade $5.57 $10.52 $21.04
Premium $5.77 $10.91 $21.81
Diesel $5.47 $10.33 $20.67

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 23, 2026

There is no time difference between Bellevue and Fox Island. The current time is 05:02:45.

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.