Origin
Everett, WA
Late night in Everett on Monday
Local time
2:52 AM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Oroville, WA
Drive Time
5h 53m
Distance
259.5 mi
418 km
Drive Score
10/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$54
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
5h 41m
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6 AM
5h 54m
8 AM
6h 20m
10 AM
6h 3m
12 PM
6h 0m
3 PM
6h 4m
5 PM
6h 18m
8 PM
5h 46m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Oroville, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Everett, WA to Oroville, WA covers 259.5 miles and takes about 5h 53m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on US 2, Sunset Highway, US 97 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is mixed drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 105.2 miles on US 2. At current regular gas prices, budget about $54.46 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
129.7 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 3h 4m into the drive .
Drive Character
The drive from Everett, WA to Oroville, WA covers 259.5 miles and takes about 5h 53m, using a mix of highways and local roads.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
US 2 is the longest continuous segment at about 105.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes around 0.8 miles in near US 2.
Route Complexity
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 2): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles (US 2): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 85.2 miles (WA 207 / State Route 207): Navigation decision point.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 10 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
0.8 mi into trip
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~1m in
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US 2
Merge onto US 2
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
24.6 mi into trip
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~36m in
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US 2
Enter roundabout onto US 2
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
4
85.2 mi into trip
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~1h 56m in
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WA 207 / State Route 207
Turn left onto WA 207 / State Route 207
Navigation decision point
4
93.9 mi into trip
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~2h 9m in
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Beaver Valley Road
At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Valley Road
Navigation decision point
4
126.8 mi into trip
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~2h 59m in
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US 2; US 97
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| US 2 | 105.2 mi | 2h 24m |
| Sunset Highway | 89.7 mi | 1h 55m |
| US 97 | 41.2 mi | 55m |
| Chumstick Highway | 11 mi | 16m |
| Beaver Valley Road | 7.7 mi | 13m |
| State Route 207 | 3.8 mi | 5m |
| Hewitt Avenue | 0.6 mi | 1m |
| Chumstick Road | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
US 2
— 105.2 mi, about 2h 24m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Oroville, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
0.6 mi
·
1 min
·
Hewitt Avenue
2
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
25 sec
Toward US 2 East: Snohomish
3
Merge onto US 2
13 mi
·
17 min
·
US 2
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
4
Continue on US 2
11 mi
·
17 min
·
US 2
5
Enter roundabout onto US 2
114 ft
·
2 sec
·
US 2
6
Continue on US 2
60 mi
·
1 hr 19 min
·
US 2
7
Turn left onto WA 207
3.8 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 207
8
Turn right onto Beaver Valley Road
4.9 mi
·
7 min
·
Beaver Valley Road
9
At end of road, turn right onto Beaver Valley Road
2.8 mi
·
5 min
·
Beaver Valley Road
10
Continue on Chumstick Highway
11 mi
·
16 min
·
Chumstick Highway
11
Continue on Chumstick Road
0.2 mi
·
34 sec
·
Chumstick Road
12
Turn left onto US 2
19 mi
·
26 min
·
US 2
13
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
132 ft
·
5 sec
·
US 2; US 97
14
Continue on US 2; US 97
1.8 mi
·
3 min
·
US 2; US 97
15
Turn left onto US 2; US 97
3.0 mi
·
4 min
·
Sunset Highway
16
Enter roundabout onto US 2; US 97
85 ft
·
2 sec
·
Sunset Highway
17
Continue on US 2; US 97
87 mi
·
1 hr 50 min
·
Sunset Highway
18
Continue on US 97; WA 20
41 mi
·
55 min
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US 97; WA 20
19
Arrive at destination
US 97
Trip Plan
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 129.7 miles from Everett, WA, or about 3h 4m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 105.2 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 49m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 129.7 miles or 3h 4m 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 51m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Oroville, 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 259.5 miles and 5h 53m.
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 US 2 for about 105.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 129.7 mi from Everett, WA · 3h 4m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
130 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
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 129.7 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before US 2 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 105.2 miles.
Arriving in Oroville, WA
The final approach into Oroville, 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 Oroville, 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
$54.46 one way
$108.93 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
91 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $56.88 | $113.75 |
| premium | $5.77 | $58.96 | $117.92 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $57.65 | $115.30 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$54
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$79–$104
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 90.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $27 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 77.9 | 0 | $27.25 | $12.46 |
| Efficient EV | 64.9 | 0 | $22.71 | $10.38 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 103.8 | 1 | $36.33 | $16.61 |
Gas CO2
91 kg
EV CO2
30 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
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.
Destination
Oroville, WA
Late night in Oroville on Monday
Local time
2:52 AM
PDT
Current temp
36°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Along the Route
33°F
Waterville, WA
130 mi in
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
8 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 53m 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 Oroville, WA covers 259.5 miles and takes about 5h 53m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are US 2, Sunset Highway, US 97. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 129.7 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 $54.46 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.
This is a straightforward 5h 53m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.8 miles (US 2): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 24.6 miles (US 2): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 85.2 miles (WA 207 / State Route 207): Navigation decision point.
The route from Everett, WA to Oroville, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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