Origin
Marysville, WA
Night in Marysville on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
40°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Marysville, WA to West Lake Stevens, WA
Drive Time
12m
Distance
7.5 mi
12 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$2
one way
EV Charging
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station data
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
0h 12m
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6 AM
0h 13m
8 AM
0h 15m
10 AM
0h 14m
12 PM
0h 13m
3 PM
0h 14m
5 PM
0h 15m
8 PM
0h 12m
★
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Marysville, WA
William Jacobs
Trip Overview
If you are looking for a quick transition between Marysville and West Lake Stevens, this 7.5-mile drive is a straightforward local commute. Expect to spend about 12 minutes behind the wheel, making it an ideal candidate for a single-day trip that requires no overnight stay. You will primarily navigate via State Route 9, 64th Street Northeast, and 4th Street to complete your journey. Budgeting approximately $2 for fuel should comfortably cover this short distance. Since both the origin and destination are located within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, the drive maintains a consistent feel throughout. It is a highly practical route for those needing efficient transit between these two communities.
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
3.8 miles from Marysville, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 6m into the drive .
Drive Character
This trip offers a mixed driving profile, balancing regional highway travel with local street navigation. You will spend roughly 56% of your journey on highways, providing a steady pace before you transition into local roads. Your longest uninterrupted stretch covers 4.2 miles on State Route 9, which serves as the primary backbone of the route. As you move from the highway onto 64th Street Northeast and 4th Street, the rhythm of the drive shifts from open road to a more localized driving experience. You can expect a functional, no-nonsense commute that gets you from point A to point B without unnecessary complexity.
Expect a mix of faster highway mileage and slower local approaches near the beginning or end.
There are about 12 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
State Route 9 is the longest continuous segment at about 4.2 miles.
How Hard Is This Drive?
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 9 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3.1 miles in near WA 9 / State Route 9.
Route Complexity
5/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.5 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 3.1 miles (WA 9 / State Route 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (WA 9 / State Route 9): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles (4th Street Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
Critical Maneuvers
5 of 9 key pointsThese are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.
6
3.1 mi into trip
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~5m in
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WA 9 / State Route 9
At end of road, turn right onto WA 9 / State Route 9
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
5
6.6 mi into trip
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~10m in
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WA 9 / State Route 9
Enter roundabout onto WA 9 / State Route 9
Roundabout - know your exit number before entering
5
7.3 mi into trip
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~11m in
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4th Street Southeast
Turn left onto 4th Street Southeast
Lane positioning matters here
Use the left lane.
5
7.4 mi into trip
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~12m in
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95th Drive
Turn left onto 95th Drive
Navigation decision point
5
7.5 mi into trip
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~12m in
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96th Drive Southeast
Turn right onto 96th Drive Southeast
Navigation decision point
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| State Route 9 | 4.2 mi | 6m |
| 64th Street Northeast | 2.7 mi | 4m |
| 4th Street | 0.4 mi | <1m |
| 95th Drive | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| 4th Street Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| 96th Drive Southeast | <0.1 mi | <1m |
| State Avenue | <0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
State Route 9
— 4.2 mi, about 6m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Marysville, WA and West Lake Stevens, WA.
1
Start on WA 529
24 ft
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4 sec
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State Avenue
2
Turn right onto WA 528
0.4 mi
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46 sec
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4th Street
3
Continue on WA 528
2.7 mi
·
4 min
·
64th Street Northeast
Use the none lane.
4
At end of road, turn right onto WA 9
3.4 mi
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4 min
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State Route 9
Use the right lane.
5
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
124 ft
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2 sec
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State Route 9
6
Continue on WA 9
0.1 mi
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11 sec
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State Route 9
7
Enter roundabout onto WA 9
123 ft
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2 sec
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State Route 9
8
Continue on WA 9
0.7 mi
·
1 min
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State Route 9
Use the straight lane.
9
Turn left onto 4th Street Southeast
396 ft
·
22 sec
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4th Street Southeast
Use the left lane.
10
Turn left onto 95th Drive
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
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95th Drive
11
Turn right onto 96th Drive Southeast
30 ft
·
1 sec
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96th Drive Southeast
12
Arrive at destination
96th Drive Southeast
Trip Plan
Because this is a short 12-minute trip, you have maximum flexibility regarding your departure time. You do not need to worry about pacing stops or planning for long-distance fatigue, as the route is designed for efficiency rather than leisure. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge before you head out, though the $2 estimated cost makes this an affordable transit regardless of traffic conditions. Since you are navigating through multiple road types, stay alert for the transition from State Route 9 onto local streets. Taking advantage of the short travel time allows you to easily fit this drive into a larger daily schedule without needing to dedicate a full day to the road.
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 3.8 miles from Marysville, WA, or about 6m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 4.2 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 7.5 miles or 12m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 3.8 miles or 6m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 10m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near West Lake Stevens, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Marysville, 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 Marysville, WA
This is one driving day of about 7.5 miles and 12m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Marysville, 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 9 for about 4.2 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Halfway Point
Midpoint
About 3.8 mi from Marysville, WA · 6m into the drive
Mid-route town
Meal stop
4 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 7.5 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 3.8 miles from Marysville, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Arriving in West Lake Stevens, WA
The final approach into West Lake Stevens, 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 West Lake Stevens, 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
$1.57 one way
$3.15 round trip
$5.33/gal
25.4 MPG avg
3 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.57 | $1.64 | $3.29 |
| premium | $5.77 | $1.70 | $3.41 |
| diesel | $5.64 | $1.67 | $3.33 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$2
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$27–$52
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 2.6 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-06.
Driving Electric?
About $1 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 2.3 | 0 | $0.79 | $0.36 |
| Efficient EV | 1.9 | 0 | $0.66 | $0.30 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 3 | 0 | $1.05 | $0.48 |
Gas CO2
3 kg
EV CO2
1 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.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
West Lake Stevens, WA
Night in West Lake Stevens on Sunday
Local time
9:06 PM
PDT
Current temp
37°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
12m 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 Marysville, WA to West Lake Stevens, WA covers 7.5 miles and takes about 12m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are State Route 9, 64th Street Northeast, 4th Street. Expect a mix of highway and local road driving.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 3.8 miles from Marysville, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $1.57 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 drive requires moderate attention. Across 7.5 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.
The main spots that need attention: at 3.1 miles (WA 9 / State Route 9): Lane positioning matters here; at 6.6 miles (WA 9 / State Route 9): Roundabout - know your exit number before entering; at 7.3 miles (4th Street Southeast): Lane positioning matters here.
The route from Marysville, WA to West Lake Stevens, WA does not surface many named destination signs beyond the main corridor.
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