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Trip from Medical Lake, WA to Everett, WA

Data updated 4 hours ago

Drive Time

5h 28m

Distance

290.2 mi

467 km

Drive Score

8/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$61

one way

EV Charging

None

0 DC fast

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 40 min
4 AM
5h 15m ★
6 AM
5h 28m
8 AM
5h 55m
10 AM
5h 38m
12 PM
5h 35m
3 PM
5h 39m
5 PM
5h 54m
8 PM
5h 20m

Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.

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Downtown Medical Lake, WA, WA

Medical Lake, WA

JOHN CALLERY

Trip Overview

This 290.2-mile journey from Medical Lake, WA, to Everett, WA, is designed for a single day of travel, taking approximately 5 hours and 28 minutes. You'll primarily be on interstates, with a 97% highway share, making it a focused drive. The estimated fuel cost for this trip is around $61. Given its manageable duration and highway-focused profile, it’s a straightforward route that can be completed comfortably in one go. This drive connects two points within the Pacific Coast region, offering a consistent travel experience throughout.

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

145.1 miles from Medical Lake, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 43m into the drive .

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Drive Character

Expect a predominantly highway-focused drive for this 290.2-mile trip. The vast majority, 97%, of your mileage will be on major interstates like I-90, I-405, and I-5. You'll encounter one substantial, uninterrupted stretch of 253.4 miles primarily on I-90, indicating long periods of consistent driving. While the route is efficient, be prepared for the nature of interstate travel, which prioritizes speed and directness over varied scenery.

Most of the miles stay on highways, which makes pacing and fuel planning easier than turn-by-turn city driving.
There are about 19 navigation steps in the underlying route data, so the final approach matters more than the middle miles.
I 90 is the longest continuous segment at about 253.4 miles.

How Hard Is This Drive?

This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 90 and I 405. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 259.7 miles in.

Route Complexity 9/10

High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day

This is a demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 290.2 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 259.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 259.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

Critical Maneuvers

5 of 14 key points

These are the spots where you need to pay the most attention. Preview them before you drive.

8
259.7 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Take the exit toward I 405: Renton, Everett

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 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett
8
259.9 mi into trip | ~4h 48m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue
7
278.7 mi into trip | ~5h 12m in

Take the exit toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia

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. Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Co...
8
288.4 mi into trip | ~5h 24m in

Take the exit toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of Everett

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 192 Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port...
7
288.6 mi into trip | ~5h 25m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Broadway

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here

Use the slight right lane. Toward Broadway

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 Medical Lake, WA to Everett, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.

Bellevue

259.9 mi in | ~4h 48m

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 90 253.4 mi 4h 35m
I 405 18.4 mi 23m
I 5 9.1 mi 11m
South Salnave Road 4.1 mi 7m
South Lefevre Street 1.1 mi 2m
Broadway 0.9 mi 1m
State Route 902 0.8 mi 1m
Hewitt Avenue <0.1 mi <1m
Longest stretch: I 90 — 253.4 mi, about 4h 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Medical Lake, WA and Everett, WA.

1

Start on East Lake Street

125 ft · 11 sec · East Lake Street
2

Turn left onto WA 902

1.1 mi · 2 min · South Lefevre Street
3

Continue on WA 902

0.8 mi · 1 min · State Route 902
4

Continue on WA 902

4.1 mi · 7 min · South Salnave Road
5

Take the ramp

0.2 mi · 28 sec
Toward Seattle
6

Merge onto I 90; US 395

42 mi · 45 min · I 90; US 395
7

Keep slight left at fork onto I 90

211 mi · 3 hr 50 min · I 90
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8

Take the exit

0.2 mi · 27 sec
Exit 10 Toward I 405: Renton, Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Keep slight right at fork

0.5 mi · 59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, Bellevue Use the slight right lane.
10

Merge onto I 405

8.1 mi · 10 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

8.4 mi · 10 min · I 405
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12

Keep slight right at fork onto I 405

1.9 mi · 2 min · I 405
13

Take the exit

0.5 mi · 48 sec
Toward I 5 North: Everett, Vancouver British Columbia Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14

Merge onto I 5

9.1 mi · 11 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15

Take the exit

0.3 mi · 34 sec
Exit 192 Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of Everett Use the straight / slight right lanes.
16

Keep slight right at fork

0.6 mi · 1 min
Toward Broadway Use the slight right lane.
17

Turn straight onto Broadway

0.9 mi · 1 min · Broadway
18

Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue

128 ft · 2 sec · Hewitt Avenue
19

Arrive at destination

Hewitt Avenue

Trip Plan

For this 5-hour, 28-minute drive, departing in the morning will allow you to reach Everett with plenty of daylight. With a longest stretch of 253.4 miles on I-90, plan for at least one substantial stop roughly midway to stretch your legs and refuel. The $61 fuel estimate is helpful for budgeting. While no specific rest areas are mandated, staying aware of your fuel gauge is always wise on longer interstate segments. This route is best tackled as a single-day trip, so flexibility in your departure time is your biggest advantage.

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 145.1 miles from Medical Lake, WA, or about 2h 43m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 253.4 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 32m in

Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.

Halfway reset

Around 145.1 miles or 2h 43m 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 24m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Everett, WA than in the middle of the route.

Before You Leave

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Open the route before leaving Medical Lake, 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 Medical Lake, WA

This is one driving day of about 290.2 miles and 5h 28m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 80 miles from Medical Lake, 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 I 90 for about 253.4 miles.

Where to Stop

Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.

Halfway Point

Midpoint

About 145.1 mi from Medical Lake, WA · 2h 43m into the drive

city in Snohomish County, Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Monroe, WA

145 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

Waterville, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 80 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Yakima, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 145.1 miles from Medical Lake, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.

Before the longest stretch

Fuel check

Top up before I 90 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 253.4 miles.

Arriving in Everett, WA

The final approach into Everett, 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 Everett, 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.

National Parks Near This Route

Worth a detour if your schedule allows.

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park

National Historical Park

Seattle flourished during and after the Klondike Gold Rush. Merchants supplied people from around the world passing through this port city on their way to a remarkable adventure in the Yukon Territory...

7 mi from route ~18 min detour Free near mile 260.2
View on nps.gov

Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$60.74 one way

$121.47 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 102 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $63.70 $127.39
premium $5.77 $65.90 $131.80
diesel $5.61 $64.07 $128.15

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$61

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$86–$111

Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.

Estimated CO2 emission: 101.5 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $30 in charging · 1 stop · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 87.1 1 $30.47 $13.93
Efficient EV 72.6 0 $25.39 $11.61
EV Truck/SUV 116.1 1 $40.63 $18.57

Gas CO2

102 kg

EV CO2

34 kg (67% less)

Plan for 1 charging stop. A 30-minute DC fast charge mid-route should be enough to complete the trip comfortably.

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.

Forecast data refreshed 5 days ago

Origin

Medical Lake, WA

Night in Medical Lake on Tuesday

Local time

10:34 PM

PDT

Current temp

31°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Everett, WA

Night in Everett on Tuesday

Local time

10:34 PM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

59°F

Monroe, WA

145 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

26 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

5h 28m 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 Medical Lake, WA to Everett, WA covers 290.2 miles and takes about 5h 28m without stops. Add 15-30 minutes for a fuel or rest stop on longer drives.
The main roads are I 90, I 405, I 5. Most of the drive stays on highways, so watch for ramps and exits.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
The midpoint is about 145.1 miles from Medical Lake, WA. Look for rest areas, gas stations, or food options near the halfway mark.
At current regular gas prices, expect to spend about $60.74 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 demanding drive. With 14 significant decision points across 290.2 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 259.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 259.9 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 278.7 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
On the drive from Medical Lake, WA to Everett, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Bellevue along the way.

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