If you are planning to travel from Edgewood to Everett, expect a straightforward 55.1-mile journey that typically takes about 1 hour and 12 minutes. This trip is well-suited for a single-day excursion, as the distance is short enough that no overnight stay is required. You can expect to spend approximately $12 on fuel for the round trip, making it a budget-friendly option. Since both locations are situated within the Pacific Coast region of Washington, you will remain in the same coastal environment throughout the transit. Because this is a compact drive, you have plenty of flexibility to plan your departure time around your personal schedule.
Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
49.4 mi
1h 1m
Enchanted Parkway South
2.4 mi
4m
Broadway
0.9 mi
1m
Meridian Avenue East
0.5 mi
1m
State Route 18
<0.1 mi
<1m
Hewitt Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 49.4 mi, about 1h 1m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Edgewood, WA and Everett, WA.
1
Start on WA 161
0.5 mi·1 min·Meridian Avenue East
2
Continue on WA 161
2.4 mi·4 min·Enchanted Parkway South
3
Turn right onto WA 18
512 ft·12 sec·State Route 18
4
Take the exit
0.1 mi·15 sec
Toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, TacomaUse the straight / slight right lanes.
5
Keep slight left at fork
0.7 mi·1 min
Toward I 5 North: SeattleUse the slight left lane.
6
Merge onto I 5
49 mi·1 hr 1 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Take the exit
0.3 mi·34 sec
Exit 192Toward Everett City Center, Naval Station, Port of EverettUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Keep slight right at fork
0.6 mi·1 min
Toward BroadwayUse the slight right lane.
9
Turn straight onto Broadway
0.9 mi·1 min·Broadway
10
Turn left onto Hewitt Avenue
128 ft·2 sec·Hewitt Avenue
11
Arrive at destination
Hewitt Avenue
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
The midpoint is around 27.6 miles from Edgewood, WA, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
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 6
5 decision points cluster between mile 3 and 53.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
8
3 mi into trip|~5m in
Take the exit toward I 5 North, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma
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, I 5 South: Seattle, Tacoma
7
3.1 mi into trip|~5m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 5 North: Seattle
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Toward I 5 North: Seattle
5
3.8 mi into trip|~7m in|I 5
Merge onto I 5
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
8
53.2 mi into trip|~1h 9m 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
53.5 mi into trip|~1h 9m in
Keep slight right at fork toward Broadway
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward Broadway
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$11.53 one way
$23.06 round trip
$5.32/gal25.4 MPG avg19 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.58
$12.09
$24.19
premium
$5.77
$12.51
$25.02
diesel
$5.61
$12.17
$24.33
No toll roads detected on this route.
Drive Cost (one way)
Fuel
$12
Estimated CO2 emission: 19.3 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $6 in charging
· 0 stops
· 68% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
16.5
0
$5.79
$2.64
Efficient EV
13.8
0
$4.82
$2.20
EV Truck/SUV
22
0
$7.71
$3.53
Gas CO2
19 kg
EV CO2
6 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.
Forecast as of Apr 17, 2026
Origin
Edgewood, WA
Late night
in Edgewood on Tuesday
Local time
2:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
57°F
Mostly Sunny
N 3 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 10:29PM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 10:29PM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Destination
Everett, WA
Late night
in Everett on Tuesday
Local time
2:07 AM
PDT
Current temp
55°F
Mostly Sunny
SW 3 mph2% chanceLive forecast
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 10:29PM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Freeze Warning
Freeze Warning issued April 16 at 10:29PM PDT until April 17 at 9:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
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
2 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 12m on the road
The weather snapshot is not static. If you are leaving later, give both cities one more quick forecast check before departure.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This 55.1-mile route is heavily highway-focused, with 94% of your time spent on high-speed roads. You will spend the vast majority of your time on I-5, which accounts for a 49.4-mile stretch of the trip. While the drive begins on local roads like Enchanted Parkway South, the experience quickly shifts to the interstate grind as you head north. Once you reach the final approach into Everett, you will transition onto Broadway to complete the journey. Expect a functional, efficient drive that prioritizes speed and directness over winding scenic detours.
94% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
11 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 49.4 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
5/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and Enchanted Parkway South. You will hit about 6 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes around 3 miles in.
Driving Effort5/10
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 55.1 miles you will encounter 6 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 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
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 Edgewood, WA to Everett, WA, road signs begin pointing toward Tacoma along the way.
Everett is a city in the Puget Sound region of Washington State, 28 mi (45 km) north of Seattle at the edge of its metropolitan area. The city supports one of Boeing's oldest and largest airplane manufacturing centers, which includes the world's largest building by volume.
Top landmarks
•Future of Flight Aviation Center & Boeing Tour — Boeing
•Equator — 1888 two-masted pygmy trading schooner
•Everett High School — high school in Everett, Washington
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 12m. Total distance: 55.1 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 12m drive, comfortable solo distance.
EV Driver
0 DC fast chargers along the route. Coverage: unknown.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (94%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 49.4 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
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 3 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 3.1 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 3.8 miles (I 5): Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here.
Yes — Klondike Gold Rush - Seattle Unit 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 Everett, WA before heading back.
