Kirkland, WA Traffic Cameras: 400+ Live Cams

Kirkland WA Traffic Cameras

Access 400+ live traffic cameras covering I-405, SR-520, downtown Kirkland, and the Lake Washington Eastside — completely free, no registration required. Our interactive map provides real-time access to live street feeds and intersection cameras throughout downtown Kirkland and the Totem Lake area.

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Cameras: 400+ | Coverage: Kirkland & Lake Washington Eastside | Sources: WSDOT, City of Kirkland | Access: Free, no registration

Kirkland sits at the heart of the Lake Washington Eastside, where scenic waterfront views meet some of the region's busiest commuter corridors. With over 400 traffic cameras accessible through TrafficVision.Live, you can monitor real-time conditions across Kirkland's highways, downtown streets, and connections to neighboring cities. According to data from the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT), the I-405 corridor through Kirkland handles between 191,000 and 209,000 vehicles daily on a typical weekday, making it one of the most heavily traveled highway segments in the Pacific Northwest.

Home to Google's Puget Sound campus and a thriving downtown waterfront district, Kirkland sees significant traffic from both local residents and tech commuters. Commute times in the region are highly variable; a trip from Downtown Kirkland to Downtown Seattle via the SR 520 Bridge typically takes 16–26 minutes without major impediments, while a commute to Downtown Bellevue via I-405 South averages 18–20 minutes. Traffic cameras in Kirkland WA cover critical routes including the I-405 corridor, SR-520 approaches, and key arterials connecting Totem Lake, Juanita, and downtown Kirkland to Seattle and the broader Eastside region.

I-405 Corridor Coverage

I-405 runs directly through Kirkland, serving as the primary north-south freeway connecting Bellevue, Kirkland, Bothell, and beyond. Kirkland traffic cameras provide comprehensive coverage of this critical corridor.

Research from the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) found that access to real-time traveler information systems can reduce incident-related delays by up to 40% by enabling drivers to divert to alternate routes before becoming trapped in a bottleneck.

Key I-405 Camera Locations

NE 85th Street Interchange — Major exit for downtown Kirkland and Totem Lake
NE 70th Place — Access to Houghton and waterfront areas
NE 116th Street — Totem Lake Mall and commercial district access
NE 124th Street — Northern Kirkland connector to Bothell
SR-520 Interchange — Critical junction for Seattle-bound traffic

Express Toll Lanes

I-405 features express toll lanes through Kirkland. Traffic cameras Kirkland WA help you decide whether the toll lanes are worth it by showing congestion levels in both general purpose and express lanes in real-time.

Check I-405 Conditions

See real-time congestion on I-405 through Kirkland — compare general purpose and express toll lanes before your commute.

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SR-520 Approaches

SR-520 provides the most direct route from Kirkland to Seattle across the Evergreen Point Floating Bridge. Traffic cameras cover the approaches and interchanges.

SR-520 Camera Coverage

108th Avenue NE — Main Kirkland access to SR-520
I-405/SR-520 Interchange — Critical junction point
Westbound approaches — Monitor bridge traffic before committing
Eastbound exits — Track inbound traffic from Seattle

Tip: SR-520 is a toll road with dynamic pricing. Check Kirkland WA traffic cameras during peak hours to see if taking I-90 via Bellevue might be faster and cheaper for your Seattle commute.

Downtown Kirkland & Lake Street

Downtown Kirkland's waterfront district along Lake Street attracts visitors year-round. Traffic cameras cover the main arterials serving this popular destination.

Lake Street: Waterfront access, restaurants, and parks
Central Way: Main downtown corridor and I-405 connector
Market Street: Downtown retail and dining district
Kirkland Way: Google campus area and ferry terminal access
State Street: Peter Kirk Park and residential connections

Totem Lake & Juanita Area

North Kirkland includes the Totem Lake commercial district and the Juanita neighborhood. Kirkland traffic cameras cover these busy areas. Users can also monitor live street feeds along Central Way and Lake Street to check for road-level gridlock near the waterfront shops or local parks.

NE 124th Street: Totem Lake commercial corridor
120th Avenue NE: Major north-south arterial
Juanita Drive NE: Lakefront route to Juanita Beach Park
98th Avenue NE: Residential connector to I-405
Totem Lake Boulevard: Mall and retail district access

The City of Kirkland maintains a Vision Zero dashboard to track traffic safety data, identifying high-crash corridors and prioritizing infrastructure improvements to eliminate fatal and serious injury collisions within city limits.

Explore Kirkland's Neighborhoods

Browse cameras across Totem Lake, Juanita, Houghton, and downtown Kirkland — switch to grid view for side-by-side monitoring.

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How to Use Kirkland Traffic Cameras

Access the Map

Visit TrafficVision.Live and use the interactive map to browse traffic cameras across Kirkland and the Eastside. Cameras are clustered by location — zoom in to see individual cameras.

Filter by Location

Use the search function to find cameras on specific routes. Type "Kirkland," "I-405," "SR-520," or any street name to narrow results to traffic cameras Kirkland WA.

Watch Live Feeds

Click any camera marker to view its live feed. Most Kirkland WA traffic cameras provide real-time video streams showing current road conditions, weather, and congestion levels.

Best Times to Check Kirkland Traffic Cameras

Peak Traffic Hours

Weekday AM Rush: 7:00-9:30 AM (Seattle-bound heaviest)
Weekday PM Rush: 4:00-7:00 PM (Eastside-bound heaviest)
Friday Afternoon: 2:00-7:00 PM (extended evening rush)
Sunday Evening: 4:00-8:00 PM (weekend returns)

Lighter Traffic Windows

Early Morning: Before 6:30 AM
Mid-Day: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Late Evening: After 7:30 PM
Weekends: Generally lighter except downtown waterfront

Camera Sources

TrafficVision.Live aggregates Kirkland traffic cameras from official sources:

WSDOT: Washington State DOT cameras covering I-405, SR-520, and state routes
City of Kirkland: Municipal cameras on arterials and intersections
Regional Partners: King County and neighboring city camera networks

All cameras are publicly accessible and provided by government agencies for public safety and traffic monitoring purposes.

Why Watch Kirkland Traffic Cameras?

Commute Planning

Check I-405 and SR-520 conditions before leaving for Seattle

Accident Avoidance

See incidents in real-time before navigation apps update

Weather Verification

View actual road conditions during Pacific Northwest rain and snow

Event Traffic

Monitor downtown Kirkland during waterfront events and festivals

Express Lane Decisions

Determine if I-405 toll lanes are worth the cost

Alternate Routes

Compare traffic on parallel routes like 108th Ave NE or Juanita Drive

TrafficVision.Live aggregates feeds from 600+ official sources into one seamless interface. Use our interactive map to find cameras by location, switch to grid view for side-by-side monitoring, build custom routes for your commute, or save favorites for instant access. Available 24/7 on any device.

Are Kirkland WA traffic cameras free to use?

Yes. All traffic cameras on TrafficVision.Live are completely free to access with no registration required. The cameras are sourced from public agencies like WSDOT and the City of Kirkland.

How often do Kirkland traffic cameras update?

Most Kirkland traffic cameras provide real-time video streams or refresh every few seconds, giving you an up-to-date view of current road conditions.

Can I view Kirkland traffic cameras on my phone?

Yes. TrafficVision.Live works on any device with a web browser — smartphone, tablet, or desktop. No app download needed.

What highways are covered by Kirkland traffic cameras?

Kirkland traffic cameras cover I-405, SR-520 approaches, and major arterials including NE 85th Street, Central Way, and Juanita Drive NE.

How can traffic cameras help with my Kirkland commute?

Check cameras before leaving to see real-time congestion on I-405 and SR-520. Compare express toll lanes vs. general purpose lanes, and identify alternate routes when incidents cause delays.

Where can I find Kirkland street feeds?

You can find live Kirkland street feeds and intersection cameras by using our interactive map, which aggregates WSDOT and city data for major surface routes like 108th Avenue NE and NE 85th Street.

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Check cameras and city street feeds before you leave and know exactly when traffic clears — no more guessing.

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