Trip from Everett, WA to College Place, WA

Drive Time

5h 33m

Distance

291.9 mi

470 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min

4 AM

5h 20m ★

6 AM

5h 34m

8 AM

6h 0m

10 AM

5h 43m

12 PM

5h 40m

3 PM

5h 44m

5 PM

5h 59m

8 PM

5h 26m

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

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College Place, WA

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Trip Overview

Spanning 291.9 miles across Washington, this route from Everett to College Place is a straightforward journey typically taking about 5 hours and 33 minutes. Given the duration, it is perfectly manageable as a single-day trip if you are comfortable with a sustained time behind the wheel. You will spend the vast majority of your time on major corridors, specifically I-90, I-82, and US-12. Budgeting approximately $61 for fuel is a smart way to prepare for the trip's demands. Since the entire drive stays within the state of Washington, you won't need to worry about crossing borders or adjusting for different regional regulations. Overall, this is a practical, highway-focused drive that connects the Pacific Coast region to the interior of the state efficiently.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.

Break Rhythm

1 planned break

Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Midpoint

145.9 miles from Everett, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 48m into the drive .

Drive Character

Expect a trip defined by high-speed efficiency, as 98% of your travel occurs on highways. The road's personality is primarily a steady, interstate grind that keeps you moving toward your destination without the need for complex navigation. You will encounter your longest uninterrupted stretch along a 100.5-mile segment of I-90, which allows you to settle into a consistent driving rhythm. Because the route relies heavily on major thoroughfares, the experience is predictable and well-suited for those prioritizing speed over local backroads. As you transition between these primary roads, the character remains focused on reliable, high-capacity infrastructure that prioritizes the quickest transit possible between Everett and College Place.

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

There are about 23 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.

I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 100.5 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 82. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 291.9 miles, you will need to stay alert — especially through interchange areas and urban stretches. Consider splitting it into segments if you are not comfortable with fast highway navigation.

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 29.5 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

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

29.5 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

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 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle

30 mi into trip | ~39m in

Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight left lane. Toward I 90 East: Spokane

131 mi into trip | ~2h 31m in | US 97

Take the exit onto US 97 toward I 82 East, US 97 South: 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 I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima

233 mi into trip | ~4h 23m in | US 12

Take the exit onto US 12 toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco

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 102 Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco

Towns Along This Route

Between Everett, WA and College Place, WA, road signs point toward Seattle, I‑182 East and Pasco.

Seattle

29.5 mi in | ~38m

I‑182 East

233 mi in | ~4h 23m | via US 12

Pasco

233 mi in | ~4h 23m | via US 12

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	100.5 mi	1h 51m
I 82	64.1 mi	1h 8m
US 12	54.8 mi	1h 2m
US 97	37.8 mi	42m
I 405	18 mi	22m
I 5	9 mi	11m
Wallula Avenue	2.1 mi	3m
Old Highway 12	1.2 mi	2m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 100.5 mi, about 1h 51m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and College Place, WA.

Start on Hewitt Avenue

128 ft · 6 sec · Hewitt Avenue

Turn right onto Broadway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Broadway

Use the none lane.

Take the ramp

156 ft · 3 sec

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 57 sec

Toward I 5 South

Merge onto I 5

9.0 mi · 11 min · I 5

Use the none / straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.9 mi · 1 min

Exit 182 Toward I 405 South: Bellevue, Renton Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 405

0.9 mi · 1 min · I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

17 mi · 21 min · I 405

Use the none lane.

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Exit 11 Toward I 90: Spokane, Seattle Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight left at fork

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward I 90 East: Spokane Use the slight left lane.

Merge onto I 90

101 mi · 1 hr 51 min · I 90

Use the none lane.

Take the exit onto US 97

38 mi · 42 min · US 97

Toward I 82 East, US 97 South: Yakima Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Keep slight left at fork onto I 82; US 12

64 mi · 1 hr 8 min · I 82; US 12

Take the exit onto US 12

55 mi · 1 hr 2 min · US 12

Exit 102 Toward I‑182 east, US 12 east: Richland, Pasco Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Turn right onto Spalding Road

0.2 mi · 24 sec · Spalding Road

Turn left onto Old Highway 12

1.2 mi · 2 min · Old Highway 12

Turn right onto Wallula Avenue

2.1 mi · 3 min · Wallula Avenue

Enter roundabout

17 ft · 0 sec

Continue

103 ft · 4 sec

Continue on North College Avenue

0.2 mi · 23 sec · North College Avenue

At end of road, turn right onto North College Avenue

0.3 mi · 40 sec · North College Avenue

Turn left onto East Whitman Drive

61 ft · 1 sec · East Whitman Drive

Arrive at destination

East Whitman Drive

Trip Plan

To make the most of your 5-hour and 33-minute journey, plan for at least one dedicated stop to break up the monotony of the interstate. Leaving early in the morning is your best bet to avoid potential traffic congestion, especially when navigating the busier sections of the highway. Keep a close eye on your fuel gauge during the long stretches on I-90; while the route is well-traveled, anticipating your stops ensures you stay within your $61 fuel budget without unnecessary detours. Since you have a single recommended stop, use that time to stretch your legs and refresh before tackling the final leg of the drive. The flexibility of this one-day itinerary means you can easily adjust your pace to suit your personal comfort level.

Morning Departure

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

Evening Departure

A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

You can normally do this drive in one day.

Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.

The halfway point lands around 145.9 miles from Everett, WA, or about 2h 48m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 100.5 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 80 miles or 1h 35m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 145.9 miles or 2h 48m in

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

Final approach

Final hour starts around 4h 30m

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

Before You Leave

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

Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.

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 291.9 miles and 5h 33m.

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.

Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.

The longest stretch is on I 90 for about 100.5 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 145.9 mi from Everett, WA · 2h 48m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yakima, WA

146 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

Monroe, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yakima, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 145.9 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 100.5 miles.

Arriving in College Place, WA

The final approach into College Place, 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 College Place, WA.

After long uninterrupted mileage, take five minutes before the last urban segment to reset and refocus on exits, merges, and city traffic.

These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$61.26 one way

$122.53 round trip

$5.33/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.57	$63.98	$127.95
premium	$5.77	$66.32	$132.64
diesel	$5.64	$64.85	$129.70

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$61

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 102.1 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.

Driving Electric?

About $31 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	87.6	1	$30.65	$14.01
Efficient EV	73	0	$25.54	$11.68
EV Truck/SUV	116.8	1	$40.87	$18.68

Gas CO2

102 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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 data refreshed 3 days ago

Origin

Everett, WA

Evening in Everett on Sunday

Local time

6:08 PM

PDT

Current temp

44°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

College Place, WA

Evening in College Place on Sunday

Local time

6:08 PM

PDT

Current temp

37°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

7 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

5h 33m on the road

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.

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 College Place, WA covers 291.9 miles and takes about 5h 33m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 82, US 12. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 145.9 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 $61.26 one way. This estimate uses 25.4 MPG — your actual cost will vary with your vehicle's fuel efficiency and current gas prices.

An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left. A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.

Plan about 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, or rest. Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.

Between Everett, WA and College Place, WA, road signs point toward Seattle, I‑182 East and Pasco.

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Trip from Everett, WA to College Place, WA

Best Time to Leave

Trip Overview

Drive Character

How Hard Is This Drive?

Critical Maneuvers

Towns Along This Route

Main Roads

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Trip Plan

Before You Leave

Where to Stop

Pacing Suggestions

Arriving in College Place, WA

Fuel & Cost

Travel Intel

Everett, WA

College Place, WA

Same local time

7 degrees cooler at arrival

5h 33m on the road

Frequently Asked Questions

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