Everett, WA to Barberton, WA is 191.3 miles and takes about 3h 46m via I 5, I 205, and Broadway, with a fuel budget near $40 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within the Pacific Coast region, making it a straightforward journey without major shifts in scenery or climate. Expect a driving experience that's almost entirely on major highways, so it's a good option if you're looking for efficiency and don't need a lot of detours. With a recommended one-day drive, you'll have plenty of time to get on the road and arrive at your destination without feeling rushed.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
A short stop every 2 to 3 hours is enough for this drive.
Midpoint
95.6 miles from Everett, WA
A natural place for your longest stop of the day
, about 1h 56m into the drive
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Main Roads
Road
Distance
Duration
I 5
184.1 mi
3h 35m
I 205
4.2 mi
5m
Broadway
1.1 mi
1m
Northeast Andresen Road
0.5 mi
<1m
Northeast 72nd Avenue
0.3 mi
<1m
Northeast Padden Parkway
0.2 mi
<1m
Hewitt Avenue
<0.1 mi
<1m
Northeast 99th Street
<0.1 mi
<1m
Longest stretch:
I 5
— 184.1 mi, about 3h 35m
Traffic on I-5
Hour-of-day weekday pattern from 288 FHWA count stations on your route.
Peak
3 PM
~4,819 veh/hr typical
Quietest
2 AM
~476 veh/hr
Peak-to-quiet ratio
10.1×
busier at peak than in the quiet hours
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Averaged across 52 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 Everett, WA and Barberton, WA.
1
Start on Hewitt Avenue
128 ft·6 sec·Hewitt Avenue
2
Turn right onto Broadway
1.1 mi·1 min·Broadway
3
Take the ramp
156 ft·3 sec
4
Keep slight right at fork
0.4 mi·57 sec
Toward I 5 South
5
Merge onto I 5
58 mi·1 hr 12 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
126 mi·2 hr 22 min·I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
Keep slight right at fork onto I 205
4.2 mi·5 min·I 205
Toward I 205 South: SalemUse the straight / slight right lanes.
8
Take the exit
0.3 mi·42 sec
Exit 32Toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen RoadUse the straight / slight right lanes.
9
Turn right onto Northeast Padden Parkway
0.2 mi·22 sec·Northeast Padden Parkway
Use the right lane.
10
Turn right onto Northeast Andresen Road
0.5 mi·50 sec·Northeast Andresen Road
Use the right lane.
11
Continue on Northeast 72nd Avenue
0.3 mi·34 sec·Northeast 72nd Avenue
12
Turn right onto Northeast 99th Street
86 ft·2 sec·Northeast 99th Street
13
Arrive at destination
Northeast 99th Street
Trip Plan
Given the relatively short duration of 3 hours and 46 minutes, this is a very manageable same-day trip. You can comfortably leave in the morning and be at your destination by lunchtime. The longest stretch is over 184 miles, so plan for one significant fuel stop before you depart or about halfway through the drive to ensure you have enough for the $40 estimated fuel cost. Pay attention to the transition from I 205 to Broadway, as this marks the change from interstate speeds to potentially busier surface streets.
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 95.6 miles from Everett, WA, or about 1h 56m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 184.1 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 42 miles or 53m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 95.6 miles or 1h 56m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 5m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Barberton, WA than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Everett, 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 Everett, WA
This is one driving day of about 191.3 miles and 3h 46m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 42 miles from Everett, 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 5 for about 184.1 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 9
5 decision points cluster between mile 59.5 and 190.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
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59.5 mi into trip|~1h 15m in|I 5
Keep slight right at fork onto I 5
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
7
185.7 mi into trip|~3h 38m in|I 205
Keep slight right at fork onto I 205 toward I 205 South: Salem
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Toward I 205 South: Salem
8
190 mi into trip|~3h 43m in
Take the exit toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen Road
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 32
Toward Padden Parkway, Northeast Andresen Road
6
190.3 mi into trip|~3h 44m in|Northeast Padden Parkway
Turn right onto Northeast Padden Parkway
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
6
190.5 mi into trip|~3h 45m in|Northeast Andresen Road
Turn right onto Northeast Andresen Road
Lane positioning matters here
Use the right lane.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$42.39 one way
$84.77 round trip
$5.63/gal25.4 MPG avg67 kg CO2
Fuel Type
$/gal
One Way
Round Trip
midgrade
$5.91
$44.47
$88.95
premium
$6.08
$45.79
$91.58
diesel
$5.35
$40.29
$80.59
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$42
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$67–$92
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 66.9 kg one way.
Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-06-01.
Driving Electric?
About $20 in charging
· 0 stops
· 67% less CO2
Vehicle Type
kWh
Stops
DC Fast
Home Charge
Average EV
57.4
0
$20.09
$9.18
Efficient EV
47.8
0
$16.74
$7.65
EV Truck/SUV
76.5
0
$26.78
$12.24
Gas CO2
67 kg
EV CO2
22 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.
Forecast as of May 23, 2026
Origin
Everett, WA
Afternoon
in Everett on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
52°F
Partly Cloudy
WNW 5 mph1% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 22 at 12:05PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Destination
Barberton, WA
Afternoon
in Barberton on Wednesday
Local time
1:54 PM
PDT
Current temp
51°F
Partly Cloudy
NW 3 to 9 mph0% chanceLive forecast
Flood Warning
Flood Warning issued May 22 at 12:05PM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
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
1 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
3h 46m 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.
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...
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
More Details
What kind of drive is this?
This route is overwhelmingly a highway-focused drive, with 99% of the journey utilizing major roadways like I 5 and I 205. You'll experience long stretches of consistent speed, including one uninterrupted segment of 184.1 miles on I 5. While the primary roads are interstates, the inclusion of Broadway suggests a transition into more local arterial roads as you approach your destination. This means the feel of the drive will be predominantly high-speed travel punctuated by a shift to city-style driving at the end.
99% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
13 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 184.1 mi on I 5.
How Hard Is This Drive?
7/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 5 and I 205. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 59.5 miles in near I 5.
Driving Effort7/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This is a demanding drive. With 9 significant decision points across 191.3 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 59.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.7 miles (I 205): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 190 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
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 3h 46m. Total distance: 191.3 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
3h 46m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (99%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 184.1 miles on I 5. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
Yes — we found about 13 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 Barberton, 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 13 rest areas along the route for bathroom stops.
The main spots that need attention: at 59.5 miles (I 5): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 185.7 miles (I 205): Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here; at 190 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. 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.
Possible but tiring. At 3.8 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 7.5 hours — manageable with a long break at Barberton, WA, but most travelers stay overnight.
