Origin
Everett, WA
Night in Everett on Thursday
Local time
10:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Bonney Lake, WA
Compiled by the Trip.ovh editorial team · Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026 · Methodology
Drive Time
1h 22m
Distance
63.5 mi
102 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 16m
★
6 AM
1h 23m
8 AM
1h 35m
10 AM
1h 27m
12 PM
1h 26m
3 PM
1h 28m
5 PM
1h 35m
8 PM
1h 19m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bonney Lake, WA
JOHN CALLERY
Trip Overview
This 63.5-mile drive from Everett, WA to Bonney Lake, WA is easily manageable as a single-day trip, taking approximately 1 hour and 22 minutes. The journey is primarily highway-focused, with 93% of the route on major freeways like I-405 and I-5. With an estimated fuel cost of $13, this is an economical option for a quick transit between two points within the Pacific Coast region. You'll find this drive to be a straightforward connection, ideal for those prioritizing efficiency over extensive sightseeing. No specific overnight stays are suggested, making it a flexible option for your travel plans.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 22m. Total distance: 63.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 22m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience for this 63.5-mile journey. The vast majority of your travel, 93%, will be on major interstates, including a significant 26.7-mile stretch on I-405. This means you'll encounter consistent freeway speeds for most of the drive. While not a winding scenic route, the transition between I-405, Valley Freeway, and I-5 offers a clear and direct path. The character remains that of a functional, high-speed connection throughout, designed for efficient travel between Everett and Bonney Lake.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 17 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 405 is the longest continuous segment at about 26.7 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and Valley Freeway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in.
Driving Effort
10/10
Demanding - stay alert through the decision-heavy sections
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 13 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
8
10.6 mi into trip
|
~14m in
Take the exit toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
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 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
6
12.4 mi into trip
|
~16m in
|
I 405
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
38.2 mi into trip
|
~48m in
Take the exit toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue Sou...
7
38.7 mi into trip
|
~49m in
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
7
58.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 14m in
Take the exit toward WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
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 WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Everett, WA and Bonney Lake, WA, road signs point toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South and Yakima.
Renton
10.6 mi in
|
~14m
Rainier Avenue South
38.2 mi in
|
~48m
Yakima
58.4 mi in
|
~1h 14m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 26.7 mi | 33m |
| Valley Freeway | 19.2 mi | 24m |
| I 5 | 9 mi | 11m |
| WA 410 | 4.4 mi | 6m |
| Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Veterans Memorial Drive East | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hewitt Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 405
— 26.7 mi, about 33m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Bonney Lake, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
6 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
2
Turn right onto Broadway
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
Broadway
3
Take the ramp
156 ft
·
3 sec
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi
·
57 sec
Toward I 5 South
5
Merge onto I 5
9.0 mi
·
11 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.9 mi
·
1 min
Exit 182
Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Merge onto I 405
0.9 mi
·
1 min
·
I 405
8
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
26 mi
·
32 min
·
I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 2
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn, Rainier Avenue South
Use the slight right lane.
10
Keep slight left at fork
0.5 mi
·
57 sec
Toward WA 167 South: Auburn
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Merge onto WA 167
19 mi
·
24 min
·
Valley Freeway
Use the straight / right lanes.
12
Take the exit
0.6 mi
·
47 sec
Toward WA 410 East: Sumner, Yakima
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Continue on WA 410
4.4 mi
·
6 min
·
WA 410
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn left onto Veterans Memorial Drive East
280 ft
·
13 sec
·
Veterans Memorial Drive East
Use the left lane.
15
Turn right
46 ft
·
4 sec
16
Turn right
111 ft
·
8 sec
17
Arrive at destination
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 31.8 mi from Everett, WA · 40m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
32 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 14 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 31.8 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Bonney Lake, WA
The final approach into Bonney Lake, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$13.29 one way
$26.58 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
22 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $13.94 | $27.88 |
| premium | $5.77 | $14.42 | $28.84 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $14.02 | $28.04 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$13
Estimated CO2 emission: 22.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.67 | $3.05 |
| Efficient EV | 15.9 | 0 | $5.56 | $2.54 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 25.4 | 0 | $8.89 | $4.06 |
Gas CO2
22 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (68% 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
Bonney Lake, WA
Night in Bonney Lake on Thursday
Local time
10:57 PM
PDT
Current temp
46°F
Unavailable
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
11 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
1h 22m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Everett, WA to Bonney Lake, WA covers 63.5 miles and takes about 1h 22m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 405, Valley Freeway, I 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 31.8 miles from Everett, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $13.29 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 63.5 miles you will encounter 13 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
The main spots that need attention: at 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 38.2 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Between Everett, WA and Bonney Lake, WA, road signs point toward Renton, Rainier Avenue South and Yakima.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
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