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Trip from Everett, WA to Burley, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

1h 41m

Distance

78.2 mi

126 km

Drive Score

7/10

Good drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$16

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 23 min
4 AM
1h 34m ★
6 AM
1h 42m
8 AM
1h 57m
10 AM
1h 47m
12 PM
1h 45m
3 PM
1h 48m
5 PM
1h 56m
8 PM
1h 37m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

Downtown Burley, WA, WA

Burley, WA

Mark Stebnicki

Trip Overview

Everett to Burley is 78.2 miles and takes about 1 hour 41 minutes via I 5 and WA 16, with a fuel budget near $16 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within Washington state, traversing the Pacific Coast region. Expect a drive that is predominantly on major highways, making it a straightforward journey. It's a good option if you're looking for a relatively short, efficient drive between two points without extensive detours. Consider this route for its simplicity and speed.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

39.1 miles from Everett, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 49m into the drive .

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 41m. Total distance: 78.2 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

1h 41m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (92%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Drive Character

This is a highway-focused drive, with 92% of the journey utilizing major roadways. You'll spend the majority of your time on I 5, which forms the longest uninterrupted stretch at 59.2 miles. As you transition to WA 16 and then Purdy Drive Northwest, the character remains largely highway-oriented, though you might experience slightly more local traffic. The drive is characterized by consistent speeds and efficient travel, typical of interstate and state highway systems.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 15 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 59.2 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 8/10

Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers

Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.

This drive requires moderate attention. Across 78.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 10 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

5
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 5 South
5
1.6 mi into trip | ~2m in | I 5

Merge onto I 5

Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
60.9 mi into trip | ~1h 17m in

Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton

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 132B Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
7
61.4 mi into trip | ~1h 18m in

Keep slight left at fork toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
6
74.4 mi into trip | ~1h 34m in

Take the exit toward WA 302 West: Purdy Key Center

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes. Toward WA 302 West: Purdy Key Center

Towns Mentioned on Route Signs

Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.

On the drive from Everett, WA to Burley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bremerton along the way.

Bremerton

60.9 mi in | ~1h 17m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 59.2 mi 1h 14m
WA 16 12.5 mi 15m
Purdy Drive Northwest 1.8 mi 3m
Broadway 1.1 mi 1m
Bethel Burley Road Southeast 1 mi 1m
66th Avenue Northwest 0.4 mi <1m
Hewitt Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Southeast Pine Road <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 59.2 mi, about 1h 14m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Burley, 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

58 mi · 1 hr 12 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Keep slight right at fork onto I 5

1.3 mi · 1 min · I 5
7

Take the exit

0.6 mi · 1 min
Exit 132B Toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 45 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Merge onto WA 16

13 mi · 15 min · WA 16
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
10

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min
Toward WA 302 West: Purdy Key Center Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Turn straight onto WA 302

1.8 mi · 3 min · Purdy Drive Northwest
12

Turn left onto 66th Avenue Northwest

0.4 mi · 43 sec · 66th Avenue Northwest
13

Continue on Bethel Burley Road Southeast

1.0 mi · 1 min · Bethel Burley Road Southeast
14

Turn right onto Southeast Pine Road

56 ft · 2 sec · Southeast Pine Road
15

Arrive at destination

Southeast Pine Road

Trip Plan

Given the short duration of 1 hour and 41 minutes, this trip is easily completed in a single day. You can depart any time of day, but leaving in the morning or late afternoon will help you avoid the busiest commute times on I 5. Since there are no designated stops, you can decide to pull over as needed, perhaps for a quick break or fuel, though the $16 fuel cost suggests minimal stops are required. Keep an eye on traffic conditions, especially around the Seattle metropolitan area, as congestion can impact your travel time.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 39.1 miles from Everett, WA, or about 49m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.2 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 17 miles or 22m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 39.1 miles or 49m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burley, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Everett, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.

Day 1

Settle into the route from Everett, WA

This is one driving day of about 78.2 miles and 1h 41m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Everett, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 59.2 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 39.1 mi from Everett, WA · 49m into the drive

city in and county seat of King County, State of Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Seattle, WA

39 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.

Popular next leg

Seattle, WA to Burley, WA

50.3 mi · 1h 6m

Pacing Suggestions

Shoreline, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seattle, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Burley, WA

The final approach into Burley, 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

$16.37 one way

$32.73 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 27 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $17.16 $34.33
premium $5.77 $17.76 $35.52
diesel $5.61 $17.27 $34.53

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$16

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$41–$66

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 27.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 23.5 0 $8.21 $3.75
Efficient EV 19.6 0 $6.84 $3.13
EV Truck/SUV 31.3 0 $10.95 $5.00

Gas CO2

27 kg

EV CO2

9 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.

Forecast as of Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Everett, WA

Evening in Everett on Friday

Local time

6:19 PM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Burley, WA

Evening in Burley on Friday

Local time

6:19 PM

PDT

Current temp

58°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

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

1 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

1h 41m 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 Burley, WA covers 78.2 miles and takes about 1h 41m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, WA 16, Purdy Drive Northwest. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 39.1 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 $16.37 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 78.2 miles you will encounter 10 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 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

On the drive from Everett, WA to Burley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bremerton along the way.

How this page is built

Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, and EIA for fuel prices. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.

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