Origin
Everett, WA
Evening in Everett on Friday
Local time
6:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
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
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burley, WA
Mark Stebnicki
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 .
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.
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.
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.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
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
Keep slight left at fork toward WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 302 West: Purdy Key Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
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
| 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 |
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Burley, WA.
Start on Hewitt Avenue
Turn right onto Broadway
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto WA 16
Take the exit
Turn straight onto WA 302
Turn left onto 66th Avenue Northwest
Continue on Bethel Burley Road Southeast
Turn right onto Southeast Pine Road
Arrive at destination
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.
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.
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.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 39.1 mi from Everett, WA · 49m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
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.
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 39.1 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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.
Regular Gas
$16.37 one way
$32.73 round trip
| 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.
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Origin
Evening in Everett on Friday
Local time
6:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Evening in Burley on Friday
Local time
6:19 PM
PDT
Current temp
58°F
Unavailable
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
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
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.
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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