Origin
Everett, WA
Night in Everett on Thursday
Local time
9:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Last recalculated Apr 17, 2026
Drive Time
1h 37m
Distance
76.1 mi
123 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$16
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Purdy, WA
Harrison Reilly
This 76.1-mile drive from Everett, WA to Purdy, WA is a straightforward, single-day trip, taking about 1 hour and 37 minutes. Primarily utilizing I-5 and WA 16, with a brief segment on Purdy Drive Northwest, the journey offers a highway-focused experience. With an estimated fuel cost of $16, this route is an efficient option for a quick getaway or a simple transit between these Pacific Coast communities. You won't need to break this drive up, making it an excellent choice for a day trip.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.1 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 48m into the drive .
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 37m. Total distance: 76.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 37m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 76.1-mile journey. You'll spend about 94% of your time on major roadways, including a significant 59.2-mile stretch on I-5. This means consistent speeds and minimal traffic disruptions for much of the trip. As you transition to WA 16 and then Purdy Drive Northwest, the character may shift slightly, but the overall feel remains geared towards efficient travel.
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and WA 16. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.1 miles you will encounter 9 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 1.6 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here; at 60.9 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South
Highway fork - watch signs carefully
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 16 West: Gig Harbor, Bremerton
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 WA 16 West: Union Avenue
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Take the exit toward WA 302 West: Purdy Key Center
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Everett, WA to Purdy, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bremerton along the way.
Bremerton
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 59.2 mi | 1h 14m |
| WA 16 | 12.5 mi | 15m |
| Purdy Drive Northwest | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 1.1 mi | 1m |
| 144th Street Northwest | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| Hewitt Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Purdy, WA.
Start on Hewitt Avenue
Turn right onto Broadway
Take the ramp
Keep slight right at fork
Merge onto I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Take the exit
Keep slight left at fork
Merge onto WA 16
Take the exit
Turn straight onto WA 302
Turn right onto 144th Street Northwest
Arrive at destination
Given the relatively short 1 hour and 37-minute duration, you have plenty of flexibility for when to depart. Leaving mid-morning can help you avoid the worst of rush hour traffic on I-5. While this route doesn't necessitate frequent stops, be aware that the longest uninterrupted stretch is 59.2 miles on I-5, so plan for a fuel or rest break before or after that segment if needed. The $16 fuel cost is quite manageable for this distance, making it an economical choice.
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.
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 17 miles or 22m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.1 miles or 48m 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 22m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Purdy, WA than in the middle of the route.
Open the route before leaving Everett, WA so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Everett, WA
This is one driving day of about 76.1 miles and 1h 37m.
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 38.1 mi from Everett, WA · 48m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 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 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
The midpoint is around 38.1 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
The final approach into Purdy, WA usually feels slower than the middle of the drive, so avoid planning your tightest schedule at the very end.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Regular Gas
$15.93 one way
$31.85 round trip
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $16.70 | $33.41 |
| premium | $5.77 | $17.28 | $34.56 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.80 | $33.60 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$16
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$41–$66
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 22.8 | 0 | $7.99 | $3.65 |
| Efficient EV | 19 | 0 | $6.66 | $3.04 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.4 | 0 | $10.65 | $4.87 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% 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
Night in Everett on Thursday
Local time
9:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Destination
Night in Purdy on Thursday
Local time
9:09 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
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
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.
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