How far is Tenino, WA from Bellevue, WA?

The driving distance from Tenino, WA to Bellevue, WA is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km), with a travel time of about 01h 30m by car.

  • The straight-line flight distance is about 60.4 miles (97.2 km).
  • For a round trip, plan for roughly 03h 00m 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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Reverse Route
Quick Snapshot
Road
76.87 mi
01h 30m
Flight
60.4 mi
97.2 km direct

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

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Flight Distance

Direct air line
60.4 mi
Kilometers
97.2 km
Flight Time
00h 07m

Driving Distance

Road route
76.87 mi
Kilometers
123.71 km
Drive Time
01h 30m

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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 30m.

Arrival Snapshot
Arrive in Bellevue
Wed, Apr 22, 5:58 PM PDT
Return by in Tenino
Wed, Apr 22, 7:28 PM PDT
Useful when you're deciding between a quick errand, a day trip, or a longer stop.
Leave Tenino
2026-04-22T16:28
Arrive Bellevue
Wed, Apr 22, 5:58 PM PDT
Route Timing
01h 30m
One way by road
Best Departure Window
8:00 AM to 10:00 AM PDT
Aim for a morning departure
Arrive between
9:30 AM to 11:30 AM PDT

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

Leave by
3:30 PM PDT
Keeps a same-day return open with about 03h 00m at the destination.
Back in Tenino
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
Parkland
WA

City in Broward County, Florida, United States

From Tenino
38.4 mi
00h 45m
To Bellevue
38.5 mi
00h 45m

Route Weather Snapshot

Check the forecast at both ends before you head out.

Origin
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
7 to 12 mph SW
Destination
56°F
Wednesday

Light Rain Likely

Starts
Wed, Apr 22 6:00 AM PDT
Wind
6 to 10 mph SSW

Driving Route Map

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

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

  1. 1

    Start on the route

    38 m · 14 sec

  2. 2

    At the end of the road, turn left onto Central Avenue West

    40 m · 10 sec · Central Avenue West

  3. 3

    Turn left onto South Olympia Street

    92 m · 12 sec · South Olympia Street

  4. 4

    Turn right onto West Sussex Avenue

    1615 ft · 1 min · West Sussex Avenue

  5. 5

    Turn left onto Old Highway 99 North

    811 ft · 16 sec · Old Highway 99 North

  6. 6

    Continue on Old Highway 99 Southeast

    8.9 mi · 14 min · Old Highway 99 Southeast

  7. 7

    Continue on Capitol Boulevard South East

    1.9 mi · 4 min · Capitol Boulevard South East

  8. 8

    Enter the roundabout and take exit 3 toward Trosper Road Southwest

    55 m · 4 sec · Trosper Road Southwest

  9. 9

    Exit the roundabout onto Trosper Road Southwest

    61 m · 4 sec · Trosper Road Southwest

  10. 10

    Take the ramp slight right

    1633 ft · 40 sec

  11. 11

    Merge slight left

    30.4 mi · 38 min

  12. 12

    Keep slight right

    20.7 mi · 26 min

  13. 13

    Take the exit slight right toward WA 518 West, I 405 North: Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Bellevue

    136 m · 11 sec

  14. 14

    Keep slight right to continue on I 405 North: Renton, Bellevue

    2062 ft · 50 sec

  15. 15

    Merge slight left

    12.1 mi · 15 min

  16. 16

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

    933 ft · 23 sec

  17. 17

    Keep slight left to continue on 116th Avenue Southeast

    1400 ft · 36 sec

  18. 18

    Turn left onto 116th Avenue Southeast

    2038 ft · 1 min · 116th Avenue Southeast

  19. 19

    Turn left onto Main Street

    1.2 km · 2 min · Main Street

  20. 20

    Turn right

    14 m · 3 sec

  21. 21

    Arrive at your destination

    0 m · 1 sec

Car Route Details

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

OSRM road route
Drive Character

Interchange-aware route

The drive includes several ramps, exits, or merges, so checking the next few maneuvers before busy interchanges is useful.

Directions
21 steps
9 turns on the saved route
Ramps & Exits
7
2 merges, 5 ramps or exits
Navigation Density
27.3 / 100 mi
Decision points by distance
Main Roads
Trosper Road Southwest
51.4 mi · 67%
I 405 North
12.5 mi · 16%
Old Highway 99 Southeast
8.94 mi · 12%
Capitol Boulevard South East
1.87 mi · 2%
Main Street
0.72 mi · 1%
116th Avenue Southeast
0.65 mi · 1%
Longest Stretch

Trosper Road Southwest

Merge slight left

30.4 mi · 00h 38m

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 30m
Day trip friendly
Same-Day Return
03h 00m
Round-trip wheel time
Road vs Air
+16.5 mi
60.4 mi direct line
Halfway Stop
Parkland
00h 45m from Tenino
Leave By
3:30 PM PDT
Morning start is best
Weather Watch

Light Rain Likely leaving Tenino and Light Rain Likely near Bellevue.

Trip Questions

Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.

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

The road trip is about 76.9 miles (123.7 km) and usually takes 01h 30m 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?

Parkland is a useful midpoint, sitting about 38.4 miles from Tenino and 38.5 miles from Bellevue.

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

The direct path is about 60.4 miles (97.2 km), while the road route adds roughly 16.5 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 3:30 PM PDT.

How much will gas cost for this route?

Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $14.18 one way or $28.36 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 24.1 kg one way.

What should you check before leaving?

Before you leave, expect Light Rain Likely around Tenino and Light Rain Likely near Bellevue.

Stop Ideas Near Parkland

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 Parkland and the surrounding midpoint area.
Old City Hall Tacoma
Food stop 4.5 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
Stop photo coming soon
Practical stop 13.5 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
Lakewood City Hall
Meeting point 3.4 mi away

Lakewood City Hall

Parkland
6000 Main St SW, Lakewood, WA 98499
Rating 3.8/5 19 reviews City Hall
Auburn Community & Event Center
Nearby stop 13.7 mi away

Auburn Community & Event Center

Auburn , WA
Parks, Arts & Recreation Administration Building, 910 9th St SE, Auburn, WA 98002
Rating 4.5/5 84 reviews Event venue

Transit and Meeting Points

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

RAIL

Tacoma Dome Station

10 mi away
1001 Puyallup Avenue
RAIL

Centennial Station

33 mi away
6600 Yelm Highway S.E.
RAIL

Tukwila station

37 mi away
7301 South 158th St.
RAIL

King Street Station

50 mi away
303 South Jackson Street

Flight Path Map

This map shows the direct air route between Tenino and Bellevue. Straight-line distance: 60.4 mi (97.2 km).

Tenino

#1 Tenino

City in Thurston County, Washington, United States

Population1,867
Coordinates46.8567700, -122.8529100
Altitude87
CountryUnited States
Bellevue

#2 Bellevue

The most populous city in Washington.

Population148,073
Coordinates47.6103800, -122.2006800
Altitude26
CountryUnited States
Start: (-122.852948, 46.856832)
End: (-122.20084, 47.610293)

Estimated Travel Time

Distance: 124 km by road

SpeedTime
30 mph (48.3 km/h)02h 33m
40 mph (64.37 km/h)01h 55m
50 mph (80.47 km/h)01h 32m
60 mph (96.56 km/h)01h 16m
70 mph (112.65 km/h)01h 05m
80 mph (129 km/h)00h 57m

Fuel, Round Trip and CO2

Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.

One-way fuel
2.71 gal
10.27 L · about $14.18
Round trip
$28.36
5.42 gal · 20.54 L
Estimated CO2
24.1 kg one way
Round trip: 48.2 kg / 106 lb CO2, using regular gasoline.
Fuel$/galOne wayRound trip
Regular gas $5.23 $14.18 $28.36
Mid-grade $5.57 $15.09 $30.17
Premium $5.77 $15.64 $31.28
Diesel $5.47 $14.82 $29.63

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 22, 2026

There is no time difference between Tenino and Bellevue. The current time is 16:28:17.

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.