Origin
Everett, WA
Night in Everett on Friday
Local time
11:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Everett, WA to Sudden Valley, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 18, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 17m
Distance
58.1 mi
94 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$12
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 12m
★
6 AM
1h 18m
8 AM
1h 30m
10 AM
1h 22m
12 PM
1h 21m
3 PM
1h 23m
5 PM
1h 29m
8 PM
1h 14m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Sudden Valley, WA
Ken Cheatham
Trip Overview
The drive from Everett, WA to Sudden Valley, WA covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m behind the wheel. This route is realistic as a one-day drive if you keep your stops efficient.
The route leans on I 5, South Lake Whatcom Boulevard, Alger Cain Lake Road for much of the mileage, and the overall profile is highway-focused drive. The longest uninterrupted segment is about 46.4 miles on I 5. At current regular gas prices, budget about $12.16 one way before food or hotel costs.
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 17m. Total distance: 58.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 17m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Straightforward navigation.
Drive Character
This is a 1h 17m highway drive covering 58.1 miles, with most of the trip on I 5 and South Lake Whatcom Boulevard. The longest continuous stretch is about 46.4 miles on I 5.
Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 16 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 5 is the longest continuous segment at about 46.4 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and South Lake Whatcom Boulevard. There are only a few real navigation decisions along the way. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Broadway.
Driving Effort
3/10
Easy - simple navigation with a manageable amount of wheel time
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a straightforward 1h 17m 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: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WA 529 / Everett Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: 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 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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Broadway
Turn left onto Broadway
Navigation decision point
4
0.2 mi into trip
|
~0m in
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WA 529 / Everett Avenue
Turn right onto WA 529 / Everett Avenue
Navigation decision point
5
1 mi into trip
|
~1m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
Navigation decision point
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
5
1.2 mi into trip
|
~2m in
|
I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
5
53.4 mi into trip
|
~1h 6m in
|
South Lake Whatcom Boulevard
At end of road, turn left onto South Lake Whatcom Boulevard
Navigation decision point
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 Sudden Valley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Alger along the way.
Alger
47.6 mi in
|
~55m
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 46.4 mi | 53m |
| South Lake Whatcom Boulevard | 3.5 mi | 6m |
| Alger Cain Lake Road | 2.8 mi | 4m |
| Cain Lake Road | 2.1 mi | 3m |
| Sudden Valley Drive | 1 mi | 4m |
| Everett Avenue | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Lake Samish Road | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| Broadway | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 46.4 mi, about 53m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Sudden Valley, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
128 ft
·
9 sec
·
Hewitt Avenue
2
Turn left onto Broadway
0.2 mi
·
22 sec
·
Broadway
3
Turn right onto WA 529
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Everett Avenue
4
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
34 sec
Toward I 5 North: Vancouver British Columbia
5
Merge onto I 5
46 mi
·
53 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
30 sec
Toward Alger
7
Turn right onto Lake Samish Road
0.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Lake Samish Road
8
Continue on Alger Cain Lake Road
2.8 mi
·
4 min
·
Alger Cain Lake Road
9
Continue on Cain Lake Road
2.1 mi
·
3 min
·
Cain Lake Road
10
At end of road, turn left onto South Lake Whatcom Boulevard
3.5 mi
·
6 min
·
South Lake Whatcom Boulevard
11
Turn left onto Sudden Valley Drive
169 ft
·
10 sec
·
Sudden Valley Drive
12
Continue on Sudden Valley Drive
0.3 mi
·
1 min
·
Sudden Valley Drive
13
Continue on Sudden Valley Drive
0.7 mi
·
2 min
·
Sudden Valley Drive
14
Turn left onto Lost Fork Lane
0.2 mi
·
40 sec
·
Lost Fork Lane
15
Turn right onto Tawny Circle
280 ft
·
6 sec
·
Tawny Circle
16
Arrive at destination
Tawny Circle
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 29.1 mi from Everett, WA · 34m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
29 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 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 29.1 miles from Everett, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in Sudden Valley, WA
The final approach into Sudden Valley, 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.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.16 one way
$24.32 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
20 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $12.75 | $25.50 |
| premium | $5.77 | $13.19 | $26.39 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $12.83 | $25.66 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 20.3 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 65% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 17.4 | 0 | $6.10 | $2.79 |
| Efficient EV | 14.5 | 0 | $5.08 | $2.32 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 23.2 | 0 | $8.13 | $3.72 |
Gas CO2
20 kg
EV CO2
7 kg (65% 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
Sudden Valley, WA
Night in Sudden Valley on Friday
Local time
11:15 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Burlington, WA
29 mi in
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
5 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
1h 17m on the road
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
The drive from Everett, WA to Sudden Valley, WA covers 58.1 miles and takes about 1h 17m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 5, South Lake Whatcom Boulevard, Alger Cain Lake Road. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 29.1 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 $12.16 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 straightforward 1h 17m drive. You will face about 10 decision points, but nothing that requires special attention if you follow navigation.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Broadway): Navigation decision point; at 0.2 miles (WA 529 / Everett Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 1 miles: Navigation decision point.
On the drive from Everett, WA to Sudden Valley, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Alger along the way.
Yes. Nearby national parks include Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park.
How this page is built
Compiled by the Trip.ovh planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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