This 80.3-mile journey from Everett, WA, to Indianola, WA, is designed for a single day, taking approximately 2 hours and 27 minutes to complete. You'll primarily navigate I-5 and State Highway 3 Northwest, with a portion on Southeast Sedgwick Road. With a highway share of 63%, expect a focused driving experience. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $17, making it an economical option for a day excursion. Both your starting and ending points are within the Pacific Coast region, offering a cohesive drive through familiar territory.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
40.2 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 15m into the drive
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Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 27m. Total distance: 80.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
2h 27m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (63%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Drive Character
This route is largely highway-focused, with 63% of the drive taking place on faster roads. You'll encounter a longest uninterrupted stretch of 28.7 miles on I-5, providing a chance to settle into a steady pace. As you transition to State Highway 3 Northwest and Southeast Sedgwick Road, the character may shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel. Expect a driving experience that prioritizes covering ground effectively.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 26 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 is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and State Highway 3 Northwest. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 30.4 miles in.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 80.3 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 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; at 71.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 14 key points
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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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
6
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
7
71.1 mi into trip|~2h 9m in
Take the exit toward WA 305 South: Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island
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 WA 305 South: Poulsbo, Bainbridge Island
6
74.5 mi into trip|~2h 16m in|Northeast Gunderson Road
Turn right onto Northeast Gunderson Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
76.8 mi into trip|~2h 20m in|Miller Bay Road Northeast
At end of road, turn left onto Miller Bay Road Northeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
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 Indianola, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bainbridge Island along the way.
Bainbridge Island
71.1 mi in|~2h 9m
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
28.7 mi
35m
State Highway 3 Northwest
15.8 mi
19m
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
Indianola Road Northeast
3.3 mi
6m
Bond Road Northeast
2.4 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 Indianola, 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
29 mi·35 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.1 mi·19 sec
Exit 163AToward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian WayUse the slight right lane.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·50 sec
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
8
Continue on West Seattle Bridge
2.2 mi·3 min·West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest
3.7 mi·10 min·Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
10
Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street
171 ft·2 sec·Southwest Barton Street
11
Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
0.1 mi·12 sec·Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
12
Turn straight onto WA 160
4.8 mi·29 min·Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
13
Continue on WA 160
0.3 mi·1 min·Southworth Ferry
14
Continue on WA 160
7.2 mi·13 min·Southeast Sedgwick Road
15
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·38 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
16
Merge onto WA 16
3.7 mi·5 min·State Highway 16 Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17
Continue on WA 16
2.0 mi·3 min·State Highway 3 West
Use the straight / right lanes.
18
Continue on WA 3
16 mi·19 min·State Highway 3 Northwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
19
Take the exit
0.3 mi·44 sec
Toward WA 305 South: Poulsbo, Bainbridge IslandUse the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Keep slight right at fork
218 ft·5 sec
21
Turn straight onto WA 305
0.6 mi·1 min·State Highway 305 Northeast
22
Turn left onto WA 307
2.4 mi·4 min·Bond Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
23
Turn right onto Northeast Gunderson Road
2.3 mi·4 min·Northeast Gunderson Road
Use the right lane.
24
At end of road, turn left onto Miller Bay Road Northeast
0.3 mi·33 sec·Miller Bay Road Northeast
Use the left lane.
25
Turn right onto Indianola Road Northeast
3.3 mi·6 min·Indianola Road Northeast
Use the right lane.
26
Arrive at destination
Indianola Road Northeast
Trip Plan
Given the manageable 2-hour 27-minute duration, this trip is ideal for a single day with plenty of flexibility. Consider departing in the morning to maximize daylight and allow for spontaneous stops if desired, though none are specifically noted on this route. The fuel cost is estimated at just $17, so keep an eye on your gauge, but you shouldn't face significant refueling concerns. A practical tip for this route: pay attention to your transition from I-5 to State Highway 3 Northwest, as this is where the driving pace will change most notably.
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 40.2 miles from Everett, WA, or about 1h 15m 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 18 miles or 23m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 40.2 miles or 1h 15m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 2h 6m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Indianola, 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 80.3 miles and 2h 27m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 18 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 28.7 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 40.2 mi from Everett, WA
· 1h 15m into the drive
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...
Points of interest from OpenStreetMap contributors. Listings may not reflect current hours or availability.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$16.81 one way
$33.61 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg28 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$17.62
$35.25
premium
$5.77
$18.24
$36.47
diesel
$5.61
$17.73
$35.46
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$17
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$42–$67
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 28.1 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
24.1
0
$8.43
$3.85
Efficient EV
20.1
0
$7.03
$3.21
EV Truck/SUV
32.1
0
$11.24
$5.14
Gas CO2
28 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (68% 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
5:02 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Destination
Indianola, WA
Evening
in Indianola on Friday
Local time
5:02 PM
PDT
Current temp
45°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
12 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
2h 27m 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 Indianola, WA covers 80.3 miles and takes about 2h 27m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, State Highway 3 Northwest, Southeast Sedgwick Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 40.2 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 $16.81 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 80.3 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.
The main spots that need attention: 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; at 71.1 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 Indianola, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bainbridge Island along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
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, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
