Cheney to Marysville is 294.4 miles and takes about 5h 32m via I 90, I 405, and I 5, with a fuel budget near $60 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This mostly highway drive spans within Washington state, connecting the Pacific Coast region. Given its relatively short duration and predominantly highway profile, it's a straightforward trip for a single day. You'll likely find it a practical way to cover ground efficiently, particularly if you're aiming to reach your destination without extensive detours.
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
147.2 miles from Cheney, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 2h 45m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 90
246.8 mi
4h 28m
I 405
18.4 mi
23m
I 5
16.1 mi
20m
Lt. Col. Michael P. Anderson Memorial Highway
9.2 mi
13m
1st Street
1.8 mi
3m
4th Street
0.3 mi
<1m
F Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
State Avenue
<0.1 mi
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Some road-level metrics are being recalculated.
Longest stretch:
I 90
— 246.8 mi, about 4h 28m
Traffic on I-90
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 165 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~1,831 veh/hr typical
· worst 2,544
Quietest
2 AM
~110 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
16.6×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 105 weeks of 2023 FHWA Travel Monitoring Analysis System data. Weekday hours only (Mon–Fri).
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Cheney, WA and Marysville, WA.
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Start on this road
163 ft·17 sec·this road
2
Turn left onto F Street
136 ft·7 sec·F Street
3
Turn right onto WA 904; US 10 Hist
1.8 mi·3 min·1st Street
4
Continue on WA 904; US 10 Hist
9.2 mi·13 min·Lt. Col. Michael P. Anderson Memorial Highway
5
Take the ramp
0.3 mi·33 sec
6
Merge onto I 90; US 395
36 mi·38 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 10Toward I 405: Renton, EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi·59 sec
Toward I 405 North: Everett, BellevueUse 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 ColumbiaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Merge onto I 5
16 mi·20 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
15
Take the exit
0.2 mi·30 sec
Exit 199Toward WA 528 East: MarysvilleUse the straight / slight right lanes.
16
Turn right onto WA 528
0.3 mi·37 sec·4th Street
Use the straight / right lanes.
17
Turn right onto WA 529
24 ft·0 sec·State Avenue
18
Arrive at destination
WA 529
Trip Plan
For this 5.5-hour drive, leaving Cheney in the morning, perhaps around 9 AM, should allow you to arrive in Marysville by mid-afternoon, well before evening. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility; consider a break around the halfway point or closer to the urban areas for more amenities. Keep an eye on your fuel gauge, as the $60 budget is an estimate and prices can fluctuate, especially around major cities. A specific tip for this route: be prepared for increased traffic density and potential slowdowns as you navigate the I 405 and I 5 corridors near Seattle, as this is a common bottleneck.
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 147.2 miles from Cheney, WA, or about 2h 45m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 246.8 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 65 miles or 1h 15m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 147.2 miles or 2h 45m 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 28m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Marysville, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Cheney, 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 Cheney, WA
This is one driving day of about 294.4 miles and 5h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 65 miles from Cheney, 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 246.8 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Place data sourced from public business listings. Hours and availability may vary.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 15
5 decision points cluster between mile 47.1 and 293.9 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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47.1 mi into trip|~56m in|I 90
Keep slight left at fork onto I 90
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
258.1 mi into trip|~4h 46m 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
258.3 mi into trip|~4h 46m 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
277.2 mi into trip|~5h 10m 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...
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293.9 mi into trip|~5h 31m in
Take the exit toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 199
Toward WA 528 East: Marysville
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$62.98 one way
$125.97 round trip
$5.43/gal25.4 MPG avg103 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.68
$65.83
$131.67
premium
$5.89
$68.28
$136.56
diesel
$6.28
$72.74
$145.48
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$63
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$88–$113
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 103 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-10-19.
Driving Electric?
About $31 in charging
· 1 stop
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
88.3
1
$30.91
$14.13
Efficient EV
73.6
0
$25.76
$11.78
EV Truck/SUV
117.8
1
$41.22
$18.84
Gas CO2
103 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 as of Oct 19, 2026
Origin
Cheney, WA
Late night
in Cheney on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
39°F
Cloudy
NE 3 mph3% chanceLive forecast
Destination
Marysville, WA
Late night
in Marysville on Friday
Local time
3:22 AM
PDT
Current temp
42°F
Mostly Cloudy
NE 1 mph3% chanceLive 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 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 32m 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.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
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...
8 mi from route
~20 min detour
Free
near mile 263.9
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is heavily geared towards highway travel, with 96% of the 294.4 miles on major interstates. You'll experience a longest stretch of 246.8 miles primarily on I 90, which means extended periods of consistent cruising. Expect a high volume of exits and merging traffic as you transition between I 90, I 405, and I 5, especially as you approach the Seattle metropolitan area. The final segment will likely involve more local surface roads as you leave the interstate system.
96% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 246.8 mi on I 90.
How Hard Is This Drive?
9/10
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 47.1 miles in near I 90.
Driving Effort9/10
High effort - long or complex enough to need steady focus all day
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 15 significant decision points across 294.4 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 47.1 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 258.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Elevation Profile
Gently rolling terrain
2,557 ft21 ft
Total Climb
1,685 ft
Total Descent
4,019 ft
Highest Point
2,557 ft
~210.1 mi in
Elevation Range
2,536 ft
Notable High Points
2,557 ft at ~210.1 miles+551 ft prominence
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Between Cheney, WA and Marysville, WA, road signs point toward Everett, Bellevue and Vancouver British Columbia.
Marysville is a city in the North Sound region of Washington State, on the north side of the Snohomish River delta. Marysville is across I-5 from Quil Ceda Village, part of the Tulalip Indian Reservation.
Top landmarks
•Marysville Opera House — theater and meeting house in Marysville, Washington, United States
Doable as a same-day drive at 5h 32m. Total distance: 294.4 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
5h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (96%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 246.8 miles on I 90. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 20 rest areas or service plazas within a short detour of the route (from OpenStreetMap). See the Rest Stops tab under Nearby Places for locations and mile markers. Plan to stretch, use the bathroom, and top off fluids every 2–3 hours on longer drives.
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 Marysville, WA before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. There are 20 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 47.1 miles (I 90): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 258.1 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 258.3 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Not recommended in a single day. At 5.5 hours each way, a round trip means 11.1 hours of driving — that is an unsafe level of fatigue for most drivers. Plan at least one night at Marysville, WA before the return drive.
