Origin
Benton City, WA
Evening in Benton City on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Benton City, WA to Everett, WA
Drive Time
4h 21m
Distance
228.9 mi
368 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 8m
★
6 AM
4h 21m
8 AM
4h 48m
10 AM
4h 31m
12 PM
4h 28m
3 PM
4h 32m
5 PM
4h 46m
8 PM
4h 13m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Benton City, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
Connecting Benton City to Everett, this 228.9-mile journey across Washington is a straightforward trek that typically takes about 4 hours and 21 minutes. Because it is a highway-focused drive, you can easily complete the trip in a single day without needing an overnight stay. Expect to spend approximately $48 on fuel, making it a manageable expense for a direct transit. The route relies heavily on major arteries, including I-82, US 97, and I-405, ensuring a consistent pace throughout the Pacific Coast region. Whether you are heading toward the Puget Sound or returning to the interior, this path offers a reliable, no-nonsense connection between these two Washington hubs.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
114.5 miles from Benton City, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a highly efficient transit, as 98% of this route consists of highways designed for steady cruising. The character of the drive is defined by its speed and consistency, particularly during the longest uninterrupted segment of 101.4 miles on US 97. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major infrastructure, which keeps the flow of traffic predictable. While you won't encounter technical local roads, the transition between interstate systems and regional highways provides a functional change of pace. It is an ideal route for drivers who prefer a disciplined, highway-centric experience over slow, winding backroads.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 20 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 97 is the longest continuous segment at about 101.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on US 97 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 97 miles in near US 97.
Route Complexity
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 228.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 97 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 198.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
7
97 mi into trip
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~1h 47m in
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US 97
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97 toward I 90 West
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
Toward I 90 West
8
198.4 mi into trip
|
~3h 40m in
Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
198.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 41m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
7
217.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 5m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...
8
227.1 mi into trip
|
~4h 17m in
Take the exit toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of Everett
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 192
Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port...
Towns Along This Route
Between Benton City, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
Bellevue
198.6 mi in
|
~3h 41m
Vancouver British Columbia
217.5 mi in
|
~4h 5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 97 | 101.4 mi | 1h 53m |
| I 82 | 95.4 mi | 1h 43m |
| I 405 | 18.4 mi | 23m |
| I 5 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| Broadway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| Babs Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| 1st Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 9th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 97
— 101.4 mi, about 1h 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Benton City, WA and Everett, WA.
1
Start on WA 225
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
·
9th Street
2
Continue on WA 225
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Babs Avenue
3
Turn straight onto WA 225
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
·
1st Street
4
Enter roundabout
29 ft
·
0 sec
5
Continue
0.3 mi
·
19 sec
6
Merge onto I 82; US 12
64 mi
·
1 hr 10 min
·
I 82; US 12
7
Continue on I 82; US 97
31 mi
·
33 min
·
I 82; US 97
8
Keep slight left at fork onto US 97
101 mi
·
1 hr 53 min
·
US 97
Toward I 90 West
Use the none lane.
9
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
11
Merge onto I 405
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the none lane.
12
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
13
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
14
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Merge onto I 5
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
I 5
Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.
16
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Exit 192
Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Broadway
Use the slight right lane.
18
Turn straight onto Broadway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
Use the none lane.
19
Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
20
Arrive at destination
Hewitt Avenue
Trip Plan
To make the most of your 4-hour and 21-minute drive, plan for at least one dedicated stop to stretch your legs and refresh. Since the route is almost entirely highway-based, check traffic conditions on I-405 before you depart, as congestion can impact your travel time significantly. Aim to fuel up before hitting the longer stretches to avoid fluctuating prices along the more isolated segments. Given the 228.9-mile distance, you have the flexibility to leave in the morning and reach your destination well before evening. Use that one scheduled stop strategically to break up the 101.4-mile stretch on US 97, ensuring you stay alert behind the wheel.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 114.5 miles from Benton City, WA, or about 2h 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 101.4 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 80 miles or 1h 28m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 114.5 miles or 2h 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 29m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Everett, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Benton City, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Benton City, WA
This is one driving day of about 228.9 miles and 4h 21m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Benton City, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on US 97 for about 101.4 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 114.5 mi from Benton City, WA · 2h 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
114 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 114.5 miles from Benton City, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 97 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 101.4 miles.
Arriving in Everett, WA
The final approach into Everett, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
Try to arrive with enough fuel left to skip an immediate station stop unless you already know the area around Everett, WA.
After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$48.04 one way
$96.08 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $50.17 | $100.34 |
| premium | $5.77 | $52.01 | $104.01 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $50.85 | $101.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$48
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$73–$98
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 80.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.7 | 0 | $24.03 | $10.99 |
| Efficient EV | 57.2 | 0 | $20.03 | $9.16 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 91.6 | 1 | $32.05 | $14.65 |
Gas CO2
80 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (66% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Everett, WA
Evening in Everett on Sunday
Local time
6:38 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
52°F
Monroe, WA
114 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
6 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 21m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Benton City, WA to Everett, WA covers 228.9 miles and takes about 4h 21m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 97, I 82, I 405. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 114.5 miles from Benton City, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $48.04 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 228.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 97 miles (US 97): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 198.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 198.6 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Benton City, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
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