Origin
Everett, WA
Late night in Everett on Saturday
Local time
12:02 AM
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
56m
Distance
40.5 mi
65 km
Drive Score
6/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$8
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Klahanie, WA
Alok Sharma
Everett to Klahanie is 40.5 miles and takes about 56 minutes via I 405 and I 5, with a fuel budget near $8 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This is a straightforward, highway-focused trip connecting two points within Washington's Pacific Coast region. Given its relatively short distance and duration, it's best suited for a single-day journey. You'll primarily be on interstates, so expect a functional drive rather than a scenic tour. Plan this trip for a day when you need to get from point A to point B efficiently.
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 56m. Total distance: 40.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
56m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (83%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
This route is heavily focused on highway driving, with 83% of the journey taking place on major interstates like I 405 and I 5. You'll experience a significant stretch of 18 miles on I 405 without needing to exit, making for a continuous, fast-paced segment. The character of the drive is consistent for most of its length, emphasizing efficient travel over varied scenery. Expect typical interstate conditions, including multiple lanes and moderate to heavy traffic depending on the time of day.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 405 and I 5. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 10.6 miles in.
Focused - lots of decisions in a short distance, but it is over quickly
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a short but busy drive. With 16 decision points packed into just 40.5 miles, you will need to pay attention to lane changes and exits — but the whole thing is over in 56m.
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.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
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
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
Keep slight left at fork toward I 90 East: Spokane
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward Front Street, East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
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 Sammamish, East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Everett, WA and Klahanie, WA, road signs point toward Renton, Seattle, Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast and Sammamish.
Renton
Seattle
Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
Sammamish
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 405 | 18 mi | 22m |
| I 5 | 9 mi | 11m |
| I 90 | 6.6 mi | 8m |
| Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road | 2.1 mi | 4m |
| Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Klahanie Drive Southeast | 0.4 mi | 1m |
| 249th Avenue Southeast | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Klahanie, WA.
Start on Hewitt Avenue
Turn right onto Broadway
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 5
Take the exit
Merge onto I 405
Keep slight right at fork onto I 405
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto I 90
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Turn left onto Front Street North
Continue on East Lake Sammamish Parkway Southeast
Turn right onto Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road
Enter roundabout onto Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road
Continue on Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road
Enter roundabout onto Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road
Continue on Southeast Issaquah Fall City Road
Enter roundabout onto Klahanie Drive Southeast
Continue on Klahanie Drive Southeast
Turn left onto 249th Avenue Southeast
Arrive at destination
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 20.2 mi from Everett, WA · 26m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
20 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 40.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 20.2 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Allow a few extra minutes for the final approach into Klahanie, WA if you are unfamiliar with the area.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$8.48 one way
$16.95 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $8.89 | $17.78 |
| premium | $5.77 | $9.20 | $18.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $8.94 | $17.88 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$8
Estimated CO2 emission: 14.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $4 in charging · 0 stops · 64% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 12.2 | 0 | $4.25 | $1.94 |
| Efficient EV | 10.1 | 0 | $3.54 | $1.62 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 16.2 | 0 | $5.67 | $2.59 |
Gas CO2
14 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (64% 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
Late night in Everett on Saturday
Local time
12:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Late night in Klahanie on Saturday
Local time
12:02 AM
PDT
Current temp
68°F
Unavailable
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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