Origin
Connell, WA
Night in Connell on Thursday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Connell, WA to Everett, WA
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
4h 39m
Distance
227.1 mi
366 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$48
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 26m
★
6 AM
4h 39m
8 AM
5h 6m
10 AM
4h 49m
12 PM
4h 46m
3 PM
4h 50m
5 PM
5h 5m
8 PM
4h 31m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Connell, WA
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Trip Overview
This 227.1-mile drive from Connell, WA, to Everett, WA, will take you approximately 4 hours and 39 minutes, making it a feasible day trip for most travelers. The route primarily utilizes I-90, WA-26, and I-405, with 94% of the journey on highways. Expect a fuel cost of around $48 for this Pacific Coast to Pacific Coast journey within Washington state. The drive offers a straightforward, highway-focused experience, ideal for those prioritizing direct travel. With only one recommended stop, it's a route that allows for flexibility and can be completed in a single day.
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
113.6 miles from Connell, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 27m into the drive .
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 39m. Total distance: 227.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 39m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This is largely a highway-focused drive, with 94% of the 227.1 miles spent on high-speed roads. You'll experience a significant uninterrupted stretch of 127.9 miles on I-90, offering a consistent pace. While the majority of the route is on interstates, the transition through WA-26 and onto I-405 may introduce slight variations in traffic and road type. The character is one of efficient travel, minimizing complex turns and maximizing forward progress across the Pacific Coast region.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 127.9 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and WA 26. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 196.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 227.1 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 196.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 15 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
196.6 mi into trip
|
~3h 58m 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
196.8 mi into trip
|
~3h 59m 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
215.7 mi into trip
|
~4h 23m 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
225.3 mi into trip
|
~4h 35m 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...
7
225.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 36m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Broadway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Broadway
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Connell, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
Bellevue
196.8 mi in
|
~3h 59m
Vancouver British Columbia
215.7 mi in
|
~4h 23m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 90 | 127.9 mi | 2h 21m |
| WA 26 | 57.4 mi | 1h 19m |
| I 405 | 18.4 mi | 23m |
| I 5 | 9.1 mi | 11m |
| Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway | 4.5 mi | 4m |
| South Roxboro Road | 2.6 mi | 4m |
| Lind-Hatton Road | 1.3 mi | 2m |
| North Columbia Avenue | 1 mi | 2m |
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 127.9 mi, about 2h 21m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Connell, WA and Everett, WA.
1
Start on East Clark Street
46 ft
·
6 sec
·
East Clark Street
2
Turn right onto North Columbia Avenue
259 ft
·
8 sec
·
North Columbia Avenue
3
Continue on North Columbia Avenue
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
North Columbia Avenue
4
Continue on Lind Road
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Lind Road
5
Turn left onto US 395
4.5 mi
·
4 min
·
Thomas S. Foley Memorial Highway
6
Turn left onto Muse Road
0.8 mi
·
1 min
·
Muse Road
7
At end of road, turn right onto South Roxboro Road
2.6 mi
·
4 min
·
South Roxboro Road
8
Continue on Lind-Hatton Road
0.3 mi
·
28 sec
·
Lind-Hatton Road
9
Continue on 1st Avenue
386 ft
·
7 sec
·
1st Avenue
10
Turn slight right onto Bronson Street
0.3 mi
·
29 sec
·
Bronson Street
11
Continue on Lind-Hatton Road
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Lind-Hatton Road
12
Turn left onto WA 26
57 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
WA 26
13
Continue on this road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
this road
Toward I 90 West: Seattle
14
Merge onto I 90
128 mi
·
2 hr 21 min
·
I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
27 sec
Exit 10
Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
Use the slight right lane.
17
Merge onto I 405
8.1 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
18
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
8.4 mi
·
10 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
1.9 mi
·
2 min
·
I 405
20
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
21
Merge onto I 5
9.1 mi
·
11 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
22
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.
23
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Broadway
Use the slight right lane.
24
Turn straight onto Broadway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
25
Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
26
Arrive at destination
Hewitt Avenue
Trip Plan
Consider departing early in the morning to maximize daylight hours and minimize potential traffic, especially as you approach Everett. The 4-hour and 39-minute duration means you can comfortably complete this in one day, but plan for at least one stop to stretch your legs and refuel. The longest stretch is 127.9 miles on I-90, so ensure you're fueled up before embarking on that segment. With a fuel cost estimated at $48, it's a budget-friendly option for a day trip.
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 113.6 miles from Connell, WA, or about 2h 27m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 127.9 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 50 miles or 1h 11m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 113.6 miles or 2h 27m 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 47m
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 Connell, 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 Connell, WA
This is one driving day of about 227.1 miles and 4h 39m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 50 miles from Connell, 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 I 90 for about 127.9 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 113.6 mi from Connell, WA · 2h 27m 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 50 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 113.6 miles from Connell, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 127.9 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
$47.53 one way
$95.06 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
80 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $49.85 | $99.69 |
| premium | $5.77 | $51.57 | $103.14 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $50.14 | $100.28 |
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: 79.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 66% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 68.1 | 0 | $23.85 | $10.90 |
| Efficient EV | 56.8 | 0 | $19.87 | $9.08 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 90.8 | 1 | $31.79 | $14.53 |
Gas CO2
79 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
Night in Everett on Thursday
Local time
9:04 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
59°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
18 degrees cooler at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 39m 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 Connell, WA to Everett, WA covers 227.1 miles and takes about 4h 39m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, WA 26, 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 113.6 miles from Connell, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $47.53 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 15 significant decision points across 227.1 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 196.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 196.8 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 215.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Connell, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
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