Origin
Bellingham, WA
Afternoon in Bellingham on Sunday
Local time
2:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
59°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Bellingham, WA to Mukilteo, WA
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 28m
Distance
71.3 mi
115 km
Drive Score
7/10
Good drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$15
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 22m
★
6 AM
1h 29m
8 AM
1h 42m
10 AM
1h 34m
12 PM
1h 32m
3 PM
1h 34m
5 PM
1h 42m
8 PM
1h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Bellingham, WA
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Mukilteo, WA
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Trip Overview
Planning a trip from Bellingham, WA to Mukilteo, WA? This 71.3-mile journey is designed for a single day, taking about 1 hour and 28 minutes to complete. You'll primarily be on I-5, the Boeing Freeway, and Mukilteo Speedway, with 93% of the drive being highway travel. The estimated fuel cost for this route is around $15, making it an economical option. This is a straightforward, highway-focused drive that's perfect for a quick trip without the need for an overnight stay.
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 5 | 62.9 mi | 1h 13m |
| Boeing Freeway | 3.3 mi | 4m |
| Mukilteo Speedway | 1.7 mi | 3m |
| 84th Street Southwest | 0.7 mi | 1m |
| West Magnolia Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Dupont Street | 0.5 mi | 1m |
| Lakeway Drive | 0.2 mi | <1m |
| Prospect Street | 0.2 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 62.9 mi, about 1h 13m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Bellingham, WA and Mukilteo, WA.
1
Start on Dupont Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
Dupont Street
2
Continue on Prospect Street
0.2 mi
·
37 sec
·
Prospect Street
3
Turn left onto West Champion Street
352 ft
·
11 sec
·
West Champion Street
4
Continue on West Magnolia Street
0.5 mi
·
1 min
·
West Magnolia Street
5
Turn right onto Ellis Street
0.1 mi
·
26 sec
·
Ellis Street
6
Turn left onto Lakeway Drive
0.2 mi
·
48 sec
·
Lakeway Drive
7
Take the ramp
0.3 mi
·
32 sec
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
8
Merge onto I 5
63 mi
·
1 hr 13 min
·
I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9
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.
10
Keep slight right at fork
0.7 mi
·
50 sec
Exit 189
Toward WA 526 West: Mukilteo, Whidbey Island Ferry
11
Merge onto WA 526
3.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Boeing Freeway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on WA 526
0.3 mi
·
33 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
13
Continue on WA 526
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
84th Street Southwest
Use the right lane.
14
Turn right onto WA 525
1.7 mi
·
3 min
·
Mukilteo Speedway
Use the right lane.
15
Arrive at destination
WA 525
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
36 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 16 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 35.6 miles from Bellingham, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 5 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 62.9 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 105 decision points cluster between mile 0.7 and 64.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0.7 mi into trip
|
~1m in
|
West Champion Street
Turn left onto West Champion Street
Navigation decision point
5
1.4 mi into trip
|
~3m in
|
Lakeway Drive
Turn left onto Lakeway Drive
Navigation decision point
6
1.6 mi into trip
|
~4m in
Take the ramp toward I 5 South: Seattle
Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch
Toward I 5 South: Seattle
8
64.7 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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
64.9 mi into trip
|
~1h 18m 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...
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$14.92 one way
$29.84 round trip
$5.32/gal
25.4 MPG avg
25 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $5.58 | $15.65 | $31.30 |
| premium | $5.77 | $16.19 | $32.38 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $15.74 | $31.48 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$15
Estimated CO2 emission: 24.9 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $7 in charging · 0 stops · 68% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 21.4 | 0 | $7.49 | $3.42 |
| Efficient EV | 17.8 | 0 | $6.24 | $2.85 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 28.5 | 0 | $9.98 | $4.56 |
Gas CO2
25 kg
EV CO2
8 kg (68% 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
Mukilteo, WA
Afternoon in Mukilteo on Sunday
Local time
2:53 PM
PDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
58°F
Mount Vernon, WA
36 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
9 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 28m 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.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a predominantly highway-focused experience on this route, with 93% of the drive utilizing major roadways. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 62.9 miles on I-5, offering a consistent pace. While the initial portion may involve some differing road types, the majority of your time will be spent on the fast-paced I-5 and the connecting Boeing Freeway and Mukilteo Speedway. This drive is characterized by its efficiency and directness, minimizing slower, local road detours.
93% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
15 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 62.9 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Boeing Freeway. You will hit about 10 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 0.7 miles in near West Champion Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 71.3 miles you will encounter 10 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 0.7 miles (West Champion Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (Lakeway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
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 Bellingham, WA to Mukilteo, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Whidbey Island Ferry along the way.
Whidbey Island Ferry
64.7 mi in
|
~1h 18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 28m. Total distance: 71.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 28m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (93%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 62.9 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Mukilteo, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.7 miles (West Champion Street): Navigation decision point; at 1.4 miles (Lakeway Drive): Navigation decision point; at 1.6 miles: Complex interchange - multiple decisions in a short stretch.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park and San Juan Island National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Mukilteo, WA before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner 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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