Origin
Everett, WA
Evening in Everett on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Burlington, WA
Drive Time
46m
Distance
38.1 mi
61 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 43m
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6 AM
0h 47m
8 AM
0h 55m
10 AM
0h 50m
12 PM
0h 49m
3 PM
0h 50m
5 PM
0h 54m
8 PM
0h 45m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Burlington, WA
Troy Tumbin
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Everett and Burlington, this 38.1-mile drive offers a straightforward connection within the Pacific Coast region. You can easily complete the trip in about 46 minutes, making it a perfect one-day excursion that requires no overnight stay. With a modest fuel budget of approximately $8, the route is highly economical for solo travelers or families. You will primarily navigate via I-5, which keeps the journey efficient and predictable. Since the drive is short, it serves as a reliable link for those moving between these two Washington locations without the need for extensive travel planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
0 planned breaks
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
19 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 23m into the drive .
Drive Character
Expect a focused, highway-heavy experience as you traverse this route, with roughly 93% of your time spent on main thoroughfares. I-5 dominates the journey, providing a long, uninterrupted stretch of 35.5 miles that allows for steady cruising. While you will start and end on local roads like Everett Avenue and East Fairhaven Avenue, the vast majority of your time behind the wheel is dedicated to the interstate. The road maintains a consistent, functional personality that prioritizes speed and directness over technical curves or winding backroads. It is a practical, efficiency-minded drive that gets you from point A to point B with minimal complexity.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 10 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 35.5 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Everett Avenue. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 8 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Broadway
Turn left onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
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~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Navigation decision point
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
5
1.2 mi into trip
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~2m in
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I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the none lane.
5
36.7 mi into trip
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~43m in
Take the exit toward SR 20: Anacortes, Burlington
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Toward SR 20: Anacortes, Burlington
5
37.3 mi into trip
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~45m in
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WA 20 / South Burlington Boulevard
Turn left onto WA 20 / South Burlington Boulevard
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 35.5 mi | 41m |
| Everett Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| East Fairhaven Avenue | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| South Burlington Boulevard | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| West Rio Vista Avenue | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Hewitt Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 35.5 mi, about 41m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Burlington, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
9 sec
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Hewitt Avenue
2
Turn left onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
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Broadway
3
Turn right onto WA 529
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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Everett Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
5
Merge onto I 5
35 mi
·
41 min
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I 5
Use the none lane.
6
Take the exit
0.4 mi
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1 min
Toward SR 20: Anacortes, Burlington
7
Turn right onto WA 20
0.2 mi
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30 sec
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West Rio Vista Avenue
8
Turn left onto WA 20
0.3 mi
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28 sec
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South Burlington Boulevard
9
Turn right onto East Fairhaven Avenue
0.5 mi
·
1 min
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East Fairhaven Avenue
10
Arrive at destination
East Fairhaven Avenue
Trip Plan
Because this drive is so brief, you have plenty of flexibility regarding your departure time, though you should always check for typical traffic patterns on I-5. Since there are zero planned stops along this 46-minute route, ensure you are fueled up and ready to go before you hit the interstate. You do not need to worry about splitting the trip into multiple days, as the duration is manageable in a single sitting. To make the most of your travel, keep an eye on the transition from the city streets of Everett onto the highway, as these segments are where you will encounter the most variation in traffic flow. This short distance is ideal for those who prefer a no-fuss commute between destinations.
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 19 miles from Everett, WA, or about 23m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 35.5 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 38.1 miles or 46m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 19 miles or 23m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 38m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Burlington, 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.
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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 Everett, WA
This is one driving day of about 38.1 miles and 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Everett, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
You may only need one short stretch stop if conditions stay smooth.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 35.5 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 19 mi from Everett, WA · 23m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
19 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 38.1 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 19 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Burlington, WA
The final approach into Burlington, 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 Burlington, WA.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$8.00 one way
$15.99 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
13 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $8.35 | $16.70 |
| premium | $5.77 | $8.66 | $17.31 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $8.46 | $16.93 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$8
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$33–$58
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 13.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 11.4 | 0 | $4.00 | $1.83 |
| Efficient EV | 9.5 | 0 | $3.33 | $1.52 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 15.2 | 0 | $5.33 | $2.44 |
Gas CO2
13 kg
EV CO2
4 kg (69% 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
Burlington, WA
Evening in Burlington on Sunday
Local time
7:46 PM
PDT
Current temp
38°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
6 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
46m 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 Burlington, WA covers 38.1 miles and takes about 46m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, Everett Avenue, East Fairhaven Avenue. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 19 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 $8.00 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 straightforward 46m drive. You will face about 8 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point; at 1.2 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Everett, WA to Burlington, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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