Trip from Everett, WA to Mead, WA

Data updated 42 minutes ago

Drive Time

5h 56m

Distance

312.6 mi

503 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$65

one way

EV Charging

station data

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 39 min

4 AM

5h 44m ★

6 AM

5h 57m

8 AM

6h 23m

10 AM

6h 6m

12 PM

6h 3m

3 PM

6h 7m

5 PM

6h 21m

8 PM

5h 49m

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

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Mead, WA

Dmytro Glazunov

Trip Overview

This 312.6-mile drive from Everett, WA, to Mead, WA, is a substantial undertaking, estimated to take around 5 hours and 56 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-5, I-405, and I-90, it's a highway-focused journey perfect for a single, albeit long, day trip. With a projected fuel cost of $65, this route offers a straightforward path across Washington state. The entire trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, making for a consistent travel experience without dramatic regional shifts. Given the duration, plan for an early start to comfortably reach your destination.

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

156.3 miles from Everett, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 57m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway experience on this route, with 96% of the drive taking place on major interstates. The longest uninterrupted stretch is an impressive 272.9 miles primarily on I-90, meaning you'll encounter long periods of consistent travel. While largely a high-speed interstate cruise, keep an eye on the road profile as it's described as highway-focused. This suggests a drive characterized by efficient travel rather than winding scenic byways, allowing for steady progress.

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

There are about 28 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 272.9 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 405. 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 20 significant decision points across 312.6 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 10.6 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles (I 405): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 20 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

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

12.4 mi into trip | ~16m in | I 405

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

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

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 Mead, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Seattle along the way.

Seattle

29.5 mi in | ~38m

Main Roads

Road	Distance	Duration
I 90	272.9 mi	4h 57m
I 405	18 mi	22m
I 5	9 mi	11m
North Spokane Corridor	3.3 mi	4m
North Freya Street	1.4 mi	3m
Broadway	1.1 mi	1m
South Freya Street	1 mi	2m
North Market Street	0.6 mi	1m

Longest stretch: I 90 — 272.9 mi, about 4h 57m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Mead, 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

9.0 mi · 11 min · I 5

Use the 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 straight / slight right lanes.

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

268 mi · 4 hr 51 min · I 90

Use the straight / slight right lanes.

Merge onto I 90; US 2; US 395

5.3 mi · 6 min · I 90; US 2; US 395

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 23 sec

Toward Freya Street, Thor Street

Continue on East 3rd Avenue

0.3 mi · 48 sec · East 3rd Avenue

Turn left onto South Freya Street

1.0 mi · 2 min · South Freya Street

Continue on North Freya Way

0.3 mi · 47 sec · North Freya Way

Continue on North Greene Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Greene Street

Turn right onto East Carlisle Avenue

0.3 mi · 55 sec · East Carlisle Avenue

Turn left onto North Freya Street

1.4 mi · 3 min · North Freya Street

Enter roundabout onto East Wellesley Avenue

234 ft · 13 sec · East Wellesley Avenue

Continue on East Wellesley Avenue

408 ft · 17 sec · East Wellesley Avenue

Enter roundabout

17 ft · 0 sec

Continue

0.4 mi · 54 sec

Merge onto Future US 395

3.3 mi · 4 min · North Spokane Corridor

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 1 min

Toward East Parksmith Drive

Turn right onto East Parksmith Drive

0.1 mi · 17 sec · East Parksmith Drive

Turn left onto North Market Street

0.6 mi · 1 min · North Market Street

Arrive at destination

North Market Street

Trip Plan

Given the 5-hour and 56-minute duration, starting your journey from Everett early in the morning is highly recommended to avoid fatigue and maximize daylight. This route involves one significant stretch of 272.9 miles on I-90, so plan your single stop strategically for a break and refueling. While the $65 fuel cost is an estimate, it's wise to factor in a buffer. Since this is a manageable drive for one day, you have flexibility with your departure time, but an early start will make the most of your day.

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 156.3 miles from Everett, WA, or about 2h 57m into the drive.

The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 272.9 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 34m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 156.3 miles or 2h 57m 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 45m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Mead, 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 312.6 miles and 5h 56m.

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 272.9 miles.

Where to Stop

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

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 156.3 mi from Everett, WA · 2h 57m into the drive

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Yakima, WA

156 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

Redmond, 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 156.3 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 272.9 miles.

Arriving in Mead, WA

The final approach into Mead, 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 Mead, 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

$65.42 one way

$130.85 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 109 kg CO₂

Fuel Type	$/gal	One Way	Round Trip
midgrade	$5.58	$68.61	$137.22
premium	$5.77	$70.99	$141.97
diesel	$5.61	$69.02	$138.04

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$65

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$90–$115

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 109.4 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $33 in charging · 1 stop · 66% less CO₂

Vehicle Type	kWh	Stops	DC Fast	Home Charge
Average EV	93.8	1	$32.82	$15.00
Efficient EV	78.2	0	$27.35	$12.50
EV Truck/SUV	125	1	$43.76	$20.01

Gas CO2

109 kg

EV CO2

37 kg (66% 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 1 hour ago

Origin

Everett, WA

Night in Everett on Tuesday

Local time

11:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Mead, WA

Night in Mead on Tuesday

Local time

11:47 PM

PDT

Current temp

54°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

3 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 56m 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 Mead, WA covers 312.6 miles and takes about 5h 56m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.

The main roads are I 90, I 405, I 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.

This is a comfortable same-day trip.

The midpoint is about 156.3 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 $65.42 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.