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Trip from Everett, WA to Enetai, WA

Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards

Drive Time

2h 4m

Distance

60.7 mi

98 km

Drive Score

9/10

Great drive

Same Day?

Yes, doable

Fuel Cost

$13

one way

EV Charging

Unknown

Best Time to Leave

Save up to 27 min
4 AM
1h 56m ★
6 AM
2h 5m
8 AM
2h 23m
10 AM
2h 11m
12 PM
2h 9m
3 PM
2h 12m
5 PM
2h 22m
8 PM
1h 59m

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

Downtown Enetai, WA, WA

Enetai, WA

Sanket Mishra

Trip Overview

This 60.7-mile drive from Everett, WA, to Enetai, WA, is a manageable one-day trip, taking approximately 2 hours and 4 minutes to complete. The route primarily utilizes I-5, Southeast Sedgwick Road, and includes a ferry crossing on the Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this trip is budget-friendly. The majority of the journey is on highways, offering a mix of driving experiences. Both your origin and destination are within the Pacific Coast region, so you'll be staying within this familiar coastal landscape for the entire excursion. This straightforward route is perfect for a quick getaway without needing an overnight stay.

Trip Pace

Same-day drive is realistic

A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.

Midpoint

30.4 miles from Everett, WA

A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 39m into the drive .

Main Roads

Road Distance Duration
I 5 28.7 mi 35m
Southeast Sedgwick Road 7.2 mi 13m
Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry 4.8 mi 29m
State Highway 16 Southwest 3.7 mi 5m
Fauntleroy Way Southwest 3.7 mi 10m
West Seattle Bridge 2.2 mi 3m
State Highway 3 West 1.8 mi 2m
WA 304 1.4 mi 4m
Longest stretch: I 5 — 28.7 mi, about 35m

Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions

Step-by-step road directions between Everett, WA and Enetai, 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

29 mi · 35 min · I 5
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
6

Take the exit

0.1 mi · 19 sec
Exit 163A Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way Use the slight right lane.
7

Keep slight right at fork

0.4 mi · 50 sec
Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
8

Continue on West Seattle Bridge

2.2 mi · 3 min · West Seattle Bridge
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
9

Continue on Fauntleroy Way Southwest

3.7 mi · 10 min · Fauntleroy Way Southwest
Use the straight / right lanes.
10

Keep slight right at fork onto Southwest Barton Street

171 ft · 2 sec · Southwest Barton Street
11

Turn slight right onto Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal

0.1 mi · 12 sec · Fauntleroy Ferry Terminal
12

Turn straight onto WA 160

4.8 mi · 29 min · Fauntleroy - Southworth Ferry
13

Continue on WA 160

0.3 mi · 1 min · Southworth Ferry
14

Continue on WA 160

7.2 mi · 13 min · Southeast Sedgwick Road
15

Take the ramp

0.3 mi · 38 sec
Toward WA 16 West: Bremerton
16

Merge onto WA 16

3.7 mi · 5 min · State Highway 16 Southwest
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
17

Continue on WA 16

1.8 mi · 2 min · State Highway 3 West
18

Take the exit

0.4 mi · 32 sec
Exit 36 Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton Use the straight / right lanes.
19

Continue on WA 304

1.3 mi · 2 min · Charleston Boulevard
Use the straight / right lanes.
20

Continue on WA 304

0.1 mi · 19 sec · North Callow Avenue
21

Take the exit onto WA 304

1.4 mi · 4 min · WA 304
Use the straight / left / right lanes.
22

Turn left onto Washington Avenue

0.3 mi · 55 sec · Washington Avenue
23

Turn slight right onto Manette Bridge

0.3 mi · 37 sec · Manette Bridge
24

Enter roundabout onto Harkins Street

62 ft · 1 sec · Harkins Street
25

Continue on Harkins Street

245 ft · 6 sec · Harkins Street
26

Turn right onto Pitt Avenue

179 ft · 8 sec · Pitt Avenue
27

Turn left onto East 11th Street

0.3 mi · 41 sec · East 11th Street
28

Turn left onto Trenton Avenue Northeast

0.4 mi · 50 sec · Trenton Avenue Northeast
29

Turn right onto Northeast Alder Street

0.2 mi · 56 sec · Northeast Alder Street
30

At end of road, turn left onto Jacobson Boulevard

0.3 mi · 1 min · Jacobson Boulevard
31

Continue on Northeast Enetai Beach Road

0.5 mi · 1 min · Northeast Enetai Beach Road
32

Arrive at destination

Northeast Enetai Beach Road

Trip Plan

Given the relatively short 2-hour duration, this trip offers plenty of flexibility. You can depart at your leisure, but consider leaving earlier in the day to avoid potential ferry wait times, especially during peak hours. Since there are no designated stops mentioned, you can decide on the fly if you need a break; the longest stretch without a ferry is under 30 miles. Keep an eye on your fuel, as the estimated cost is $13 for the entire trip. A practical tip for this route: check the Fauntleroy - Southworth ferry schedule in advance to plan your crossing efficiently and minimize any waiting.

Morning Departure

Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.

Evening Departure

Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.

You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 30.4 miles from Everett, WA, or about 39m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 28.7 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 13 miles or 17m in

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

Halfway reset

Around 30.4 miles or 39m in

This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.

Final approach

Final hour starts around 1h 44m

Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Enetai, 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 60.7 miles and 2h 4m.

Your first comfortable stop window is around 13 miles from Everett, WA.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 5 for about 28.7 miles.

Where to Stop

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

city in and county seat of King County, State of Washington, United States

Mid-route town

Meal stop

Seattle, WA

30 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.

Popular next leg

Seattle, WA to Enetai, WA

31.7 mi · 1h 29m

Pacing Suggestions

Shoreline, WA

Fuel and coffee

A short stop after about 13 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.

Seattle, WA

Meal break

The midpoint is around 30.4 miles from Everett, 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 18

5 decision points cluster between mile 1.2 and 56.8 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.

5
1.2 mi into trip | ~2m in

Keep slight right at fork toward I 5 South

Highway fork - watch signs carefully

Toward I 5 South
8
30.4 mi into trip | ~38m in

Take the exit toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Use the slight right lane. Exit 163A Toward West Seattle Bridge, Columbian Way
6
30.5 mi into trip | ~39m in

Keep slight right at fork toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge

Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one

Toward Spokane Street, West Seattle Bridge
7
55.1 mi into trip | ~1h 49m in

Take the exit toward WA 304 East: Bremerton

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / right lanes. Exit 36 Toward WA 304 East: Bremerton
6
56.8 mi into trip | ~1h 53m in | WA 304

Take the exit onto WA 304

Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here

Use the straight / left / right lanes.

Fuel & Cost

Regular Gas

$12.70 one way

$25.41 round trip

$5.32/gal 25.4 MPG avg 21 kg CO2
Fuel Type $/gal One Way Round Trip
midgrade $5.58 $13.32 $26.65
premium $5.77 $13.78 $27.57
diesel $5.61 $13.40 $26.80

No toll roads detected on this route.

Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)

Fuel

$13

Meals

$25–$50

Total

$38–$63

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

Estimated CO2 emission: 21.2 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.

Driving Electric?

About $6 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2

Vehicle Type kWh Stops DC Fast Home Charge
Average EV 18.2 0 $6.37 $2.91
Efficient EV 15.2 0 $5.31 $2.43
EV Truck/SUV 24.3 0 $8.50 $3.88

Gas CO2

21 kg

EV CO2

7 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 Apr 15, 2026

Origin

Everett, WA

Late night in Everett on Sunday

Local time

12:47 AM

PDT

Current temp

57°F

Unavailable

Live forecast

Destination

Enetai, WA

Late night in Enetai on Sunday

Local time

12:47 AM

PDT

Current temp

66°F

Unavailable

Live 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

9 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

2h 4m 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.

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...

1 mi from route ~2 min detour Free near mile 29.3
View on nps.gov

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

What kind of drive is this?

Expect a mixed drive with 59% of the route on highways, primarily I-5. The longest uninterrupted stretch you'll encounter is 28.7 miles on I-5, which means you'll experience a good amount of faster-paced driving. As you transition off the interstate and onto local roads like Southeast Sedgwick Road, the character of the drive will change, offering a different feel before you board the ferry. The ferry segment itself provides a distinct break from driving, adding a unique element to the overall journey.

59% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
32 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 28.7 mi on I 5.

How Hard Is This Drive?

10/10

This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 1.2 miles in.

Driving Effort 10/10

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 18 significant decision points across 60.7 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 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.

About the Cities

Starting in Everett, WA

Full guide →

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.

City content from Wikivoyage (CC BY-SA 4.0) and Wikidata (CC0).

Who Is This Route For?

Weekend Trip

Doable as a same-day drive at 2h 4m. Total distance: 60.7 miles.

Family Friendly

Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.

Solo Traveler

2h 4m drive, comfortable solo distance.

First-Time Driver

Mostly highway driving (59%). Some complex stretches to watch for.

Scenic Drive

Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.

Frequently Asked Questions

The longest stretch is about 28.7 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 Enetai, 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. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.

The main spots that need attention: at 1.2 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully; at 30.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 30.5 miles: Highway fork - watch signs carefully. 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.

Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Enetai, 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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