Origin
Everett, WA
Afternoon in Everett on Monday
Local time
2:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
44°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Port Townsend, WA
Drive Time
1h 57m
Distance
46.6 mi
75 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$10
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 49m
★
6 AM
1h 57m
8 AM
2h 14m
10 AM
2h 3m
12 PM
2h 2m
3 PM
2h 4m
5 PM
2h 13m
8 PM
1h 52m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Port Townsend, WA
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Trip Overview
The drive from Everett, WA to Port Townsend, WA covers 46.6 miles and takes about 1h 57m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on State Route 525, Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry, State Route 20 for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 22 miles on State Route 525. At current regular gas prices, budget about $9.78 one way before food or hotel costs.
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
23.3 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 53m into the drive .
Drive Character
This is a 1h 57m highway drive covering 46.6 miles, with most of the trip on State Route 525 and Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry. The longest continuous stretch is about 22 miles on State Route 525.
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.
State Route 525 is the longest continuous segment at about 22 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on State Route 525 and Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry. 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
9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
This is a demanding drive. With 16 significant decision points across 46.6 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 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 16 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
5
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
8
3.8 mi into trip
|
~5m in
Take the exit toward WA 99 South, WA 527, WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Ferry, Everett Mall Way
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 189
Toward WA 99 South, WA 527, WA 526 West: Mukilt...
7
4 mi into trip
|
~6m in
Keep slight right at fork toward WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Ferry
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Exit 189
Toward WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Fe...
5
4.7 mi into trip
|
~6m in
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WA 526 / Boeing Freeway
Merge onto WA 526 / Boeing Freeway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
8.7 mi into trip
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~12m in
|
WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
Turn right onto WA 525 / Mukilteo Speedway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Towns Along This Route
On the drive from Everett, WA to Port Townsend, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Whidbey Island Ferry along the way.
Whidbey Island Ferry
3.8 mi in
|
~5m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 525 | 22 mi | 32m |
| Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry | 5.8 mi | 34m |
| State Route 20 | 3.3 mi | 5m |
| Boeing Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry | 3 mi | 20m |
| I 5 | 2.2 mi | 2m |
| Mukilteo Speedway | 1.9 mi | 4m |
| Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 525
— 22 mi, about 32m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Port Townsend, 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
2.2 mi
·
2 min
·
I 5
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
16 sec
Exit 189
Toward WA 99 South, WA 527, WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Ferry, Everett Mall Way
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 189
Toward WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Ferry
8
Merge onto WA 526
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Boeing Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Continue on WA 526
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
10
Continue on WA 526
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
11
Turn right onto WA 525
1.9 mi
·
4 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the right lane.
12
Turn right onto WA 525
0.1 mi
·
14 sec
·
WA 525
Use the straight / right lanes.
13
Turn slight left onto WA 525
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
WA 525
14
Continue on WA 525
3.0 mi
·
20 min
·
Mukilteo-Clinton Ferry
15
Continue on WA 525
0.1 mi
·
40 sec
·
Ferry Dock
16
Continue on WA 525
22 mi
·
32 min
·
State Route 525
Use the straight lane.
17
Turn left onto WA 20
3.3 mi
·
5 min
·
State Route 20
Use the left lane.
18
Continue on WA 20
0.2 mi
·
1 min
·
South Engle Road
19
Continue on Engle Road
235 ft
·
8 sec
·
Engle Road
20
Turn slight right
0.1 mi
·
29 sec
21
Turn left onto WA 20
92 ft
·
1 sec
·
State Route 20
22
Turn straight onto WA 20
5.8 mi
·
34 min
·
Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry
23
Continue on WA 20
0.1 mi
·
38 sec
·
Ferry Dock
Use the left / right lanes.
24
At end of road, turn right onto Water Street
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Water Street
25
Turn left onto Quincy Street
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
·
Quincy Street
26
Continue on Jefferson Street
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
·
Jefferson Street
27
Turn right onto Tyler Street
0.1 mi
·
19 sec
·
Tyler Street
28
Arrive at destination
Tyler Street
Trip Plan
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 23.3 miles from Everett, WA, or about 53m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 22 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 46.6 miles or 1h 57m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 23.3 miles or 53m 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 18m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Port Townsend, 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.
+
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 46.6 miles and 1h 57m.
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 State Route 525 for about 22 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 23.3 mi from Everett, WA · 53m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
23 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 46.6 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 23.3 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Port Townsend, WA
The final approach into Port Townsend, 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 Port Townsend, 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
$9.78 one way
$19.56 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
16 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $10.21 | $20.43 |
| premium | $5.77 | $10.59 | $21.18 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $10.35 | $20.71 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$10
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$35–$60
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 16.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $5 in charging · 0 stops · 69% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 14 | 0 | $4.89 | $2.24 |
| Efficient EV | 11.7 | 0 | $4.08 | $1.86 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 18.6 | 0 | $6.52 | $2.98 |
Gas CO2
16 kg
EV CO2
5 kg (69% 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.
Destination
Port Townsend, WA
Afternoon in Port Townsend on Monday
Local time
2:55 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Chance Light Rain
W 8 mph
37% chance
Live forecast
Winter Storm Watch
Winter Storm Watch issued April 13 at 2:38AM PDT until April 15 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Seattle WA
Winter Storm Watch
Winter Storm Watch issued April 13 at 12:01AM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Portland OR
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
7 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 57m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
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 Port Townsend, WA covers 46.6 miles and takes about 1h 57m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 525, Port Townsend-Coupeville Ferry, State Route 20. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 23.3 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 $9.78 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 16 significant decision points across 46.6 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 3.8 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 4 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Everett, WA to Port Townsend, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Whidbey Island Ferry along the way.
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