Origin
Edmonds, WA
Late night in Edmonds on Friday
Local time
4:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Edmonds, WA to Everett, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 17, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
29m
Distance
18.2 mi
29 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$4
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 27m
★
6 AM
0h 30m
8 AM
0h 35m
10 AM
0h 32m
12 PM
0h 31m
3 PM
0h 32m
5 PM
0h 35m
8 PM
0h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Edmonds, WA
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 18.2-mile drive from Edmonds, WA to Everett, WA takes approximately 29 minutes and is easily manageable as a single-day trip. With a fuel cost estimated at $4, it's an economical option for exploring the Pacific Coast region within Washington state. The route primarily utilizes I-5, making it a highway-focused journey. Given its short duration and minimal stops, you won't need to split this into an overnight stay. It's a quick connection perfect for a brief excursion or for those needing to travel between these two nearby cities.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 29m. Total distance: 18.2 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
29m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (67%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a highway-focused experience for about 67% of this drive, primarily on I-5. The longest continuous stretch you'll encounter is 12.2 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. You'll also navigate sections of 220th Street Southwest and Broadway, which may offer a slight change of pace from the interstate. This route is designed for efficient travel, with minimal deviations from major roadways. It's a practical connection rather than a scenic tour.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 13 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 12.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and 220th Street Southwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.6 miles in near 9th Avenue South.
Driving Effort
7/10
Focused - busy navigation packed into a short drive
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 18.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (9th Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (220th Street Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.6 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
9th Avenue South
Turn right onto 9th Avenue South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
7
1.3 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
220th Street Southwest
Turn sharp left onto 220th Street Southwest
Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
6
3.8 mi into trip
|
~10m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 North
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
Toward I 5 North
8
16.4 mi into trip
|
~26m 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
16.6 mi into trip
|
~26m 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 Edmonds, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port Of Everett and Broadway.
Everett City Center
16.4 mi in
|
~26m
Naval Station
16.4 mi in
|
~26m
Port Of Everett
16.4 mi in
|
~26m
Broadway
16.6 mi in
|
~26m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 12.2 mi | 15m |
| 220th Street Southwest | 2.5 mi | 6m |
| Broadway | 0.9 mi | 1m |
| 9th Avenue South | 0.8 mi | 2m |
| Main Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Bell Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| 7th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 5th Avenue North | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 12.2 mi, about 15m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edmonds, WA and Everett, WA.
1
Start on 5th Avenue North
283 ft
·
8 sec
·
5th Avenue North
2
Turn right onto Bell Street
0.2 mi
·
44 sec
·
Bell Street
3
Turn right onto 7th Avenue North
286 ft
·
13 sec
·
7th Avenue North
4
Turn left onto Main Street
0.2 mi
·
47 sec
·
Main Street
5
Turn right onto 9th Avenue South
0.8 mi
·
2 min
·
9th Avenue South
Use the right lane.
6
Turn sharp left onto 220th Street Southwest
2.5 mi
·
6 min
·
220th Street Southwest
Use the left lane.
7
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
52 sec
Toward I 5 North
Use the left lane.
8
Merge onto I 5
12 mi
·
15 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi
·
1 min
Toward Broadway
Use the slight right lane.
11
Turn straight onto Broadway
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
12
Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
2 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
13
Arrive at destination
Hewitt Avenue
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$3.81 one way
$7.62 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
6 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $3.99 | $7.99 |
| premium | $5.77 | $4.13 | $8.27 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $4.02 | $8.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$4
Estimated CO2 emission: 6.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $2 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 5.5 | 0 | $1.91 | $0.87 |
| Efficient EV | 4.6 | 0 | $1.59 | $0.73 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 7.3 | 0 | $2.55 | $1.16 |
Gas CO2
6 kg
EV CO2
2 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
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
Late night in Everett on Friday
Local time
4:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
41°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 2 to 7 mph
4% chance
Live forecast
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
9 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
29m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Edmonds, WA to Everett, WA covers 18.2 miles and takes about 29m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, 220th Street Southwest, Broadway. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 9.1 miles from Edmonds, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $3.81 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch. Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
This is a short but busy drive. With 10 decision points packed into just 18.2 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 29m.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.6 miles (9th Avenue South): Lane positioning matters here; at 1.3 miles (220th Street Southwest): Sharp turn - reduce speed on approach. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles: Lane positioning matters here.
Between Edmonds, WA and Everett, WA, road signs point toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port Of Everett and Broadway.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled and maintained by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy (Helsinki). Each route is built from authoritative open government and mapping datasets rather than crowdsourced reviews. Distances and geometry come from OSRM over OpenStreetMap. Fuel cost uses EIA weekly regional averages. National park proximity is from the NPS API. Pages are published only after passing our data-quality checks; our methodology page documents refresh cadence, editorial standards, and known limitations.
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