How far is Edmonds, WA from Bellevue, WA?

Fastest route

The route from Edmonds, Washington to Bellevue, Washington is approximately 23.1 miles and takes about 36 minutes via WA-104 E and I-405 S.

Directions

  1. Head southwest on 5th Ave N.
  2. At the traffic circle, take the 2nd exit onto 5th Ave S/Rosalynn Sumners Blvd.
  3. Continue to follow 5th Ave S and merge onto WA-104 E/Edmonds Way.
  4. Continue on WA-104 E and pass by Starbucks (on the left in 0.9 mi).
  5. Follow WA-522 E and I-405 S.
  6. Take exit 13A for NE 4th St.
  7. Turn right onto NE 4th St, then left onto 110th Ave NE.
  8. Finally, turn right onto NE 2nd St and left onto 103rd Ave NE.

Tips & Suggestions

  • 🚗 Plan your trip in advance to avoid traffic congestion.
  • 🗺️ Keep a map or GPS device handy to navigate the route accurately.
  • ⛽ Make sure your vehicle has enough fuel for the journey.
  • 🕑 Consider the time of day and traffic conditions when planning your departure.
  • 🚦 Observe traffic rules and signals along the way for a safe journey.
  • 📱 Avoid using your phone while driving and focus on the road.
  • 🥤 Carry water and snacks for a comfortable travel experience.
Trip Tools

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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
23 mi
00h 32m
Flight
16.09 mi
25.9 km direct

This is an easy same-day return drive.

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
16.09 mi
Kilometers
25.9 km
Flight Time
00h 01m

Driving Distance

Road route
23 mi
Kilometers
37.01 km
Drive Time
00h 32m

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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 32m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bellevue
Thu, Apr 23, 12:52 AM PDT
Return by in Edmonds
Thu, Apr 23, 1:25 AM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Edmonds
2026-04-23T00:19
Arrive Bellevue
Thu, Apr 23, 12:52 AM PDT
Route Timing
00h 32m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT
Leave when it suits your day
Arrive between
7:33 AM to 7:33 PM PDT

This is a short drive, so your comfort window is wide. Traffic and current weather matter more than the clock.

Leave by
7:24 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 01h 30m at the destination.
Back in Edmonds
10:00 PM PDT
Flexible departure

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
Shoreline
WA

Town in Washington

From Edmonds
11 mi
00h 16m
To Bellevue
12 mi
00h 16m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
59°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

Starts
Thu, Apr 23 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 9 mph E
Destination
64°F
Thursday

Mostly Sunny

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

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on 5th Avenue North

    8 m · 2 sec · 5th Avenue North

  2. 2

    Turn right onto Main Street

    10 m · 28 sec · Main Street

  3. 3

    Continue on Main Street

    14 m · 1 sec · Main Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto 5th Avenue South

    1.4 km · 2 min · 5th Avenue South

  5. 5

    Turn straight onto Edmonds Way

    2.6 mi · 6 min · Edmonds Way

  6. 6

    Turn straight onto North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way

    2133 ft · 49 sec · North 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way

  7. 7

    Continue on Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way

    2177 ft · 46 sec · Northeast 205th Street - Lake Ballinger Way

  8. 8

    Take the ramp slight right toward I 5 South: Seattle

    2633 ft · 1 min

  9. 9

    Merge slight left

    9.1 mi · 11 min

  10. 10

    Take the exit slight left toward WA 520 East: Montlake, Bellevue, Kirkland

    2263 ft · 58 sec

  11. 11

    Continue straight

    4 mi · 5 min

  12. 12

    Take the exit slight right toward 84th Avenue Northeast

    956 ft · 23 sec

  13. 13

    Keep slight right to continue on Medina, Clyde Hill

    148 m · 12 sec

  14. 14

    Turn straight onto 84th Avenue Northeast

    1142 ft · 35 sec · 84th Avenue Northeast

  15. 15

    Turn left onto Northeast 24th Street

    1.5 mi · 3 min · Northeast 24th Street

  16. 16

    Turn right onto 108th Avenue Northeast

    1.5 mi · 3 min · 108th Avenue Northeast

  17. 17

    Turn right onto Main Street

    1146 ft · 36 sec · Main Street

  18. 18

    Turn right

    14 m · 3 sec

  19. 19

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

A richer read on the saved driving route between Edmonds 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
19 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
4
1 merges, 3 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
82.6 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
I 5 South
9.56 mi · 42%
WA 520 East
4.47 mi · 19%
Edmonds Way
2.62 mi · 11%
108th Avenue Northeast
1.49 mi · 6%
Northeast 24th Street
1.49 mi · 6%
5th Avenue South
0.86 mi · 4%
Longest Stretch

I 5 South

Merge slight left

9.06 mi · 00h 11m

Route Summary

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

Trip Read

A short regional drive

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

Drive Time
00h 32m
Quick drive
Same-Day Return
01h 06m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+6.9 mi
16.1 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Shoreline
00h 16m from Edmonds
Leave By
7:24 PM PDT
Flexible departure
Weather Watch

Mostly Sunny leaving Edmonds and Mostly Sunny near Bellevue.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 23 miles (37 km) and usually takes 00h 32m in normal driving conditions.

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

This route is short enough to handle as a quick errand, commute, or easy same-day return without much planning overhead.

What is the halfway point on this route?

Shoreline is a useful midpoint, sitting about 11 miles from Edmonds and 12 miles from Bellevue.

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

The direct path is about 16.1 miles (25.9 km), while the road route adds roughly 6.9 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 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM PDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 7:24 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $4.24 one way or $8.48 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 7.2 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

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

Stop Ideas Near Shoreline

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 Shoreline and the surrounding midpoint area.
Tukwila Community Center
Scenic stop 13.6 mi away

Tukwila Community Center

Tukwila , WA
12424 42nd Ave S, Tukwila, WA 98168
Rating 4.5/5 633 reviews City park,Community center
Shoreline City Hall
Nearby stop 4.9 mi away

Shoreline City Hall

Shoreline , WA
17500 Midvale Ave N, Shoreline, WA 98133, United States
Rating 4.0/5 7 reviews City or town hall

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Edmonds station

7 mi away
211 Railroad Ave.
OTHER

Seattle (Ferry - Pier 69), Washington

16 mi away
2701 Alaskan Way
RAIL

King Street Station

17 mi away
303 South Jackson Street
RAIL

Everett Station

27 mi away
3201 Smith Ave.

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Edmonds and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 16.09 mi (25.9 km).

Edmonds

#1 Edmonds

A city in Snohomish County, Washington.

Population42,515
Coordinates47.8106500, -122.3773600
Altitude20
CountryUnited States
Bellevue

#2 Bellevue

The most populous city in Washington.

Population148,073
Coordinates47.6103800, -122.2006800
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: 5th Avenue North (-122.377359, 47.81065)
End: (-122.20084, 47.610293)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 37 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)00h 45m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)00h 34m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)00h 27m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)00h 22m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)00h 19m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 17m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
0.81 gal
3.07 L · about $4.24
Round trip
$8.48
1.62 gal · 6.14 L
Estimated CO2
7.2 kg one way
Round trip: 14.4 kg / 32 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $4.24 $8.48
Mid-grade $5.57 $4.51 $9.02
Premium $5.77 $4.67 $9.35
Diesel $5.47 $4.43 $8.86

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 Edmonds and Bellevue. The current time is 00:19:31.

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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.