Trip from Everett, WA to Enetai, WA

Data updated 2 hours ago

Drive Time

2h 4m

Distance

60.7 mi

98 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min

4 AM

1h 56m ★

6 AM

2h 5m

8 AM

2h 23m

10 AM

2h 11m

12 PM

2h 9m

3 PM

2h 12m

5 PM

2h 22m

8 PM

1h 59m

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

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Enetai, WA

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Trip Overview

This 60.7-mile drive from Everett, WA, to Enetai, WA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-5, Southeast Sedgwick Road, and includes a ferry crossing on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this trip is budget-friendly. The majority of the journey is on highways, offering a mix of driving experiences. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be staying within this familiar coastal landscape for the entire excursion. This straightforward route is perfect for a quick getaway without needing an overnight stay.

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

30.4 miles from Everett, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a mixed drive with 59% of the route on highways, primarily I-5. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on I-5, which means you'll experience a good amount of faster-paced driving. As you transition off the interstate and onto local roads like Southeast Sedgwick Road, the character of the drive will change, offering a different feel before you board the ferry. The ferry segment itself provides a distinct break from driving, adding a unique element to the overall journey.

Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.

There are about 32 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 28.7 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.

Route Complexity 10/10

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

This is a demanding drive. With 18 significant decision points across 60.7 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 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 18 key points

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

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

30.4 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way

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 163A Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way

30.5 mi into trip | ~39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge

55.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward WA 304 East: Bremerton

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

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 36 Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton

56.8 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | WA 304

Take the exit onto WA 304

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

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 5	28.7 mi	35m
Southeast Sedgwick Road	7.2 mi	13m
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry	4.8 mi	29m
State Highway 16 Southwest	3.7 mi	5m
Fauntleroy Way Southwest	3.7 mi	10m
West Seattle Bridge	2.2 mi	3m
State Highway 3 West	1.8 mi	2m
WA 304	1.4 mi	4m

Longest stretch: I 5 — 28.7 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

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

Start on Hewitt Avenue

128 ft · 6 sec · Hewitt Avenue

Turn right onto Broadway

1.1 mi · 1 min · Broadway

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

29 mi · 35 min · I 5

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec

Exit 163A Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way Use the slight right lane.

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec

Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge

Continue on West Seattle Bridge

2.2 mi · 3 min · West Seattle Bridge

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest

3.7 mi · 10 min · Fauntleroy Way Southwest

Use the straight / right lanes.

Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street

171 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Barton Street

Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal

Turn straight onto WA 160

4.8 mi · 29 min · Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry

Continue on WA 160

0.3 mi · 1 min · Southworth Ferry

Continue on WA 160

7.2 mi · 13 min · Southeast Sedgwick Road

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec

Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton

Merge onto WA 16

3.7 mi · 5 min · State Highway 16 Southwest

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Continue on WA 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · State Highway 3 West

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 32 sec

Exit 36 Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on WA 304

1.3 mi · 2 min · Charleston Boulevard

Use the straight / right lanes.

Continue on WA 304

0.1 mi · 19 sec · North Callow Avenue

Take the exit onto WA 304

1.4 mi · 4 min · WA 304

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Turn left onto Washington Avenue

0.3 mi · 55 sec · Washington Avenue

Turn slight right onto Manette Bridge

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Manette Bridge

Enter roundabout onto Harkins Street

62 ft · 1 sec · Harkins Street

Continue on Harkins Street

245 ft · 6 sec · Harkins Street

Turn right onto Pitt Avenue

179 ft · 8 sec · Pitt Avenue

Turn left onto East 11th Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · East 11th Street

Turn left onto Trenton Avenue Northeast

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Trenton Avenue Northeast

Turn right onto Northeast Alder Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Northeast Alder Street

At end of road, turn left onto Jacobson Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Jacobson Boulevard

Continue on Northeast Enetai Beach Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast Enetai Beach Road

Arrive at destination

Northeast Enetai Beach Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider leaving earlier in the day to avoid potential ferry wait times, especially during peak hours. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, you can decide on the fly if you need a break; the longest stretch without a ferry is under 30 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $13 for the entire trip. A practical tip for this route: check the Fauntleroy - Southworth ferry schedule in advance to plan your crossing efficiently and minimize any waiting.

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 30.4 miles from Everett, WA, or about 39m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 60.7 miles or 2h 4m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 30.4 miles or 39m 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 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enetai, 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 60.7 miles and 2h 4m.

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 28.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 30.4 mi from Everett, WA · 39m into the drive

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

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Seattle, WA

30 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 Enetai, WA

31.7 mi · 1h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Bremerton, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 60.7 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seattle, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Arriving in Enetai, WA

The final approach into Enetai, 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 Enetai, 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

$12.70 one way

$25.41 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$13.32	$26.65
premium	$5.77	$13.78	$27.57
diesel	$5.61	$13.40	$26.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	18.2	$6.37	$2.91
Efficient EV	15.2	$5.31	$2.43
EV Truck/SUV	24.3	$8.50	$3.88

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 data refreshed 4 hours ago

Origin

Everett, WA

Late night in Everett on Wednesday

Local time

2:42 AM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Enetai, WA

Late night in Enetai on Wednesday

Local time

2:42 AM

PDT

Current temp

57°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

Very similar conditions

Both ends of the route are sitting at about the same temperature right now.

Road read

2h 4m 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 Enetai, WA covers 60.7 miles and takes about 2h 4m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 5, Southeast Sedgwick Road, Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 30.4 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 $12.70 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.

The route from Everett, WA to Enetai, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.

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